Hindmarsh

SA 5007 • South Australia

232
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
0.88 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
Inner-CityEstablishedHistoricCBD-Adjacent

About Hindmarsh

Hindmarsh is an inner suburb of Adelaide, South Australia, located approximately 3.5 kilometres north-west of the Adelaide city centre within the City of Charles Sturt local government area. Covering less than one square kilometre, it is a compact, mixed-use suburb bounded by South Road to the west, the River Torrens to the south, and the Grange and Outer Harbor railway lines to the north-east. With a population of 232, Hindmarsh is among Adelaide's smaller inner suburbs, named in honour of South Australia's first Governor, Sir John Hindmarsh. The suburb has an established feel with a median household income of around 0,500.

Hindmarsh is home to the Adelaide Entertainment Centre, one of South Australia's premier entertainment and concert venues, which anchors much of the suburb's identity. The area is well-served by Adelaide Metro bus routes connecting to the CBD and surrounding suburbs, and is close to the Grange and Outer Harbor train lines at nearby stations. Residents benefit from proximity to the inner-city amenities of neighbouring Bowden and Brompton, including cafés, the Bowden village precinct, and the River Torrens Linear Park walking and cycling trails. Its inner-city location makes it appealing to those seeking accessible, established living close to Adelaide's CBD.

Hindmarsh falls under postcode 5007 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the West Torrens electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
5007
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Locality
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-34.90°, 138.57°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
0.88 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Bowden
0.6 km
8 min
Brompton
0.8 km
10 min

Bus Services

  • Routes 117, 118, 150, 155, 157, 286, 287 — Adelaide CBD (King William Street) 10-15 min

Commute to Adelaide CBD

Distance
3.5 km
By Train
Approx. 8-10 min via Grange Line from Bowden Station
By Car (Peak)
10-20 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
8-12 min

🛣️ Multiple bus and rail options; South Road provides direct arterial access to the city

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Inner-city location with bus access and nearby shopping in Bowden, though a car is useful for larger errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
232
0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
N/A
Income 2021
N/A
0% increase

Income Comparison

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

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hindmarsh known for? +

Hindmarsh is best known as the home of the Adelaide Entertainment Centre, one of South Australia's largest entertainment and concert venues. The suburb is also historically significant as one of Adelaide's earliest settled areas, named after the colony's first Governor.

How far is Hindmarsh from Adelaide CBD? +

Hindmarsh is approximately 3.5 kilometres north-west of the Adelaide city centre, a 10-20 minute drive depending on traffic, or around 10 minutes by train from nearby Bowden Station.

Does Hindmarsh have public transport? +

Yes — Hindmarsh is well-served by multiple Adelaide Metro bus routes (including 117, 118, 150, 155, 157) and is within walking distance of Bowden Station on the Grange Line and Brompton Station on the Outer Harbor Line.

What is the population of Hindmarsh? +

According to the 2021 Census, Hindmarsh has a population of 232 residents. It is one of Adelaide's smaller inner suburbs, covering an area of less than one square kilometre in the City of Charles Sturt.

Is Hindmarsh a good place to live? +

Hindmarsh offers an accessible inner-city lifestyle close to Adelaide's CBD, with good public transport, proximity to the River Torrens, and the amenity of the Bowden village precinct next door. It suits those who want an established inner-suburb location without the premium price tags of nearby North Adelaide.

What is the postcode for Hindmarsh? +

The postcode for Hindmarsh, SA is 5007.