Hawthorndene

SA 5051 • Greater Adelaide

3,389
Population (2021)
$48,256
Median Income
5.47 km²
Area
286m
Elevation

About Hawthorndene

Hawthorndene is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in South Australia, located within the Mitcham (City) area. With a population of 3,389 and a median income of $48,256, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 5.47 km² at an elevation of 286m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Greater Adelaide.

The area offers a peaceful rural lifestyle with open spaces, local farms, and a tight-knit community atmosphere. Residents enjoy the tranquility of country living while still having access to essential amenities. Hawthorndene is ideal for those seeking a slower pace of life away from the urban hustle.

Hawthorndene falls under postcode 5051 and is governed by Mitcham Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Waite electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
5051
Urban Area
N/A
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Rural
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-35.03°, 138.64°
Statistical Area
Greater Adelaide
Area
5.47 km²
Elevation
286m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$400
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,842
Avg Household Size
2.8 people
Median Age
41 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,299
Census 2021
3,389
2.7% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$38,844
Income 2021
$48,256
24.2% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,708
Born Overseas 626

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 277
  • 2. New Zealand 30
  • 3. Germany 24
  • 4. South Africa 22
  • 5. China 21
  • 6. United States 21
  • 7. Scotland 19
  • 8. Netherlands 18
  • 9. France 11
  • 10. Iran 11
  • 11. Indonesia 8
  • 12. Ireland 8
  • 13. South Korea 7
  • 14. Malaysia 7
  • 15. Canada 6

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,675
Australian 1,302
Scottish 415
Irish 346
German 323
Italian 108
Dutch 106
Polish 62
Chinese 49
Welsh 42

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,970
Both parents born in Australia
799
Both parents born overseas
547
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
58.9%
Christianity
35.7%
Buddhism
0.9%
Islam
0.3%
Hinduism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
182 (5.4%)
5-14 years
496 (14.6%)
15-19 years
237 (7.0%)
20-24 years
165 (4.9%)
25-34 years
319 (9.4%)
35-44 years
439 (13.0%)
45-54 years
510 (15.0%)
55-64 years
407 (12.0%)
65-74 years
354 (10.4%)
75-84 years
238 (7.0%)
85+ years
50 (1.5%)

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