Heathfield

SA 5153 • Greater Adelaide

1,062
Population (2021)
$44,876
Median Income
5.33 km²
Area
488m
Elevation

About Heathfield

Heathfield is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in South Australia, located within the Adelaide Hills (District Council) area. With a population of 1,062 and a median income of $44,876, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 5.33 km² at an elevation of 488m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Greater Adelaide.

Situated at an elevation of 488m, the suburb enjoys cooler temperatures and scenic views. The area features local parks, community facilities, and easy access to surrounding regions. Heathfield offers a balanced lifestyle with a mix of residential comfort and natural beauty.

Heathfield falls under postcode 5153 and is governed by Adelaide Hills Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Heysen electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
5153
Urban Area
Adelaide Hills
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Urban
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-35.03°, 138.72°
Statistical Area
Greater Adelaide
Area
5.33 km²
Elevation
488m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$450
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,075
Avg Household Size
2.8 people
Median Age
46 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
996
Census 2021
1,062
6.6% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$39,260
Income 2021
$44,876
14.3% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 850
Born Overseas 171

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 83
  • 2. New Zealand 18
  • 3. Germany 10
  • 4. Scotland 9
  • 5. United States 6
  • 6. Canada 5
  • 7. India 5
  • 8. Ireland 4
  • 9. Malaysia 4
  • 10. Netherlands 4
  • 11. Singapore 4
  • 12. Japan 3
  • 13. South Africa 3
  • 14. Thailand 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 551
Australian 385
Scottish 162
German 105
Irish 103
Dutch 30
Italian 28
Greek 13
Hungarian 11
Welsh 10

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

644
Both parents born in Australia
218
Both parents born overseas
153
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
55.3%
Christianity
38.1%
Buddhism
0.6%
Judaism
0.6%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
43 (4.0%)
5-14 years
143 (13.5%)
15-19 years
81 (7.6%)
20-24 years
61 (5.7%)
25-34 years
76 (7.2%)
35-44 years
113 (10.6%)
45-54 years
142 (13.4%)
55-64 years
172 (16.2%)
65-74 years
132 (12.4%)
75-84 years
67 (6.3%)
85+ years
41 (3.9%)

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