Hove

SA 5048 • Greater Adelaide

3,189
Population (2021)
$40,456
Median Income
1.18 km²
Area
$328/wk
Median Rent
CoastalFamily-FriendlyAdelaide MetroEstablished Suburb

About Hove

Hove is an established coastal suburb in Adelaide's south-west, between Brighton and North Brighton in the City of Holdfast Bay. It has a moderate population and a mix of family homes, townhouses and medium-density housing close to the coast. The suburb combines beachside amenity with strong transport links and access to nearby commercial centres. Its character is residential, convenient and highly connected to metropolitan Adelaide.

Lifestyle in Hove is popular with families, professionals and downsizers who value coastal living near city services. Residents have easy access to beaches, local cafes, shopping at nearby Marion, and a range of schools and community facilities. Public transport is a key strength, with rail and bus links supporting commuting to central Adelaide and surrounding suburbs. The suburb suits households seeking a balance of seaside lifestyle and urban convenience.

Hove falls under postcode 5048 and is governed by Holdfast Bay Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Gibson electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
5048
Urban Area
Holdfast Bay
LGA / Council
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-35.01°, 138.52°
Statistical Area
Greater Adelaide
Area
1.18 km²
Elevation
15m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Hove Station
0.8 km
10 min
Brighton Station
1.2 km
15 min
Warradale Station
1.6 km
20 min

Bus Services

  • 262, 263, 265 — Adelaide CBD via Glenelg/Marion corridor 35-55 min to CBD
  • H30 and local feeder routes — Westfield Marion and nearby suburbs 10-25 min

Commute to Adelaide CBD

Distance
14 km
By Train
~25-35 min from Hove/Brighton stations
By Bus
~35-55 min depending on route
By Car (Peak)
25-40 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
20-30 min

🛣️ Strong multi-modal access with frequent metro rail and bus services.

Walkability High

Good pedestrian access to rail, shops, beach and community amenities supports a highly walkable lifestyle.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$328
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,991
Avg Household Size
2.2 people
Median Age
51 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
4.3%

33 state housing + 24 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,009
Census 2021
3,189
6.0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$34,788
Income 2021
$40,456
16.3% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,386
Born Overseas 699

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 276
  • 2. India 32
  • 3. Scotland 27
  • 4. United States 25
  • 5. China 24
  • 6. South Africa 22
  • 7. Ireland 20
  • 8. New Zealand 20
  • 9. Brazil 18
  • 10. Germany 14

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,477
Australian 1,155
Irish 361
Scottish 342
German 207
Italian 104
Chinese 58
Dutch 58
Greek 37
Indian 34

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,836
Both parents born in Australia
856
Both parents born overseas
400
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
47.1%
Christianity
45.3%
Buddhism
0.8%
Hinduism
0.7%
Islam
0.6%
Sikhism
0.3%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
110 (3.4%)
5-14 years
343 (10.8%)
15-19 years
183 (5.7%)
20-24 years
153 (4.8%)
25-34 years
215 (6.7%)
35-44 years
321 (10.1%)
45-54 years
409 (12.8%)
55-64 years
391 (12.3%)
65-74 years
463 (14.5%)
75-84 years
340 (10.7%)
85+ years
267 (8.4%)

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