Huntfield Heights
SA 5163 • Greater Adelaide
About Huntfield Heights
Huntfield Heights is a residential suburb in Adelaide's southern corridor, situated approximately 28 kilometres south of the Adelaide CBD within the City of Onkaparinga local government area. With a population of 4,199 and a median age of 37, the suburb accommodates a mix of families and older residents, with median household incomes of around $1,239 per week sitting below the South Australian average. A notable 12 per cent of dwellings are social housing, reflecting the suburb's role as an affordable residential area within Greater Adelaide's southern growth zone.
Residents have convenient access to the Noarlunga Centre retail precinct and Colonnades Shopping Centre in nearby Noarlunga, as well as rail connections to the city via the Seaford Line. Local schools, parks, and community services support the predominantly family-oriented population, and the suburb's predominantly English and Australian heritage character gives it a settled, established feel. Affordability and proximity to Adelaide's southern employment centres make Huntfield Heights a practical choice for first-home buyers and those seeking value in the greater Adelaide market.
Huntfield Heights falls under postcode 5163 and is governed by Onkaparinga Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Hurtle Vale electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- Adelaide Metro Route 751 — Noarlunga Centre / Adelaide CBD (Grenfell St) 45-55 min
Commute to Adelaide CBD
🛣️ Southern Expressway provides a fast commute; park-and-ride at Christie Downs station
A car is needed for most daily errands; local buses provide some access to Noarlunga Centre
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Collins Parade
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50 Glynville Drive
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78 Melsetter Road
Housing 2021 Census
152 state housing + 40 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)
Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census
School Sector Breakdown
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. England 324
- 2. Philippines 51
- 3. New Zealand 45
- 4. Scotland 36
- 5. Germany 31
- 6. Poland 21
- 7. Netherlands 20
- 8. Fiji 13
- 9. Ireland 12
- 10. Lebanon 12
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)