Glenside

SA 5065 • Greater Adelaide

2,852
Population (2021)
$39,572
Median Income
1.12 km²
Area
78m
Elevation

About Glenside

Glenside is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in South Australia, located within the Burnside (City) area. With a population of 2,852 and a median income of $39,572, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 1.12 km² at an elevation of 78m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Greater Adelaide.

As part of Greater Adelaide, the suburb offers excellent value and a relaxed South Australian lifestyle. Residents enjoy access to local amenities, wine regions, and beautiful beaches within easy reach. Glenside combines affordability with quality of life.

Glenside falls under postcode 5065 and is governed by Burnside Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Bragg electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
5065
Urban Area
Burnside
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-34.94°, 138.63°
Statistical Area
Greater Adelaide
Area
1.12 km²
Elevation
78m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Coles
    Burnside Village Shopping Centre Portbush Road Glenside 5065 SA

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$326
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,842
Avg Household Size
2.1 people
Median Age
43 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,422
Census 2021
2,852
17.8% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$31,668
Income 2021
$39,572
25.0% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,621
Born Overseas 1,140

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. China 228
  • 2. India 168
  • 3. England 97
  • 4. Sri Lanka 74
  • 5. Malaysia 66
  • 6. Hong Kong 35
  • 7. Bangladesh 32
  • 8. South Korea 31
  • 9. Vietnam 31
  • 10. Iran 30
  • 11. Philippines 25
  • 12. Pakistan 22
  • 13. Germany 21
  • 14. New Zealand 18
  • 15. Nepal 15

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 865
Australian 597
Chinese 437
Scottish 226
Irish 190
Indian 181
German 157
Italian 136
Greek 53
Sri Lankan 37

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,057
Both parents born in Australia
1,400
Both parents born overseas
277
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
42.0%
Christianity
38.5%
Hinduism
5.4%
Buddhism
5.0%
Islam
3.8%
Sikhism
0.4%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
106 (3.7%)
5-14 years
305 (10.7%)
15-19 years
152 (5.3%)
20-24 years
167 (5.9%)
25-34 years
354 (12.4%)
35-44 years
403 (14.1%)
45-54 years
323 (11.3%)
55-64 years
241 (8.5%)
65-74 years
294 (10.3%)
75-84 years
297 (10.4%)
85+ years
207 (7.3%)

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