Kensington Park
SA 5068 • Greater Adelaide
About Kensington Park
Kensington Park is an established inner-eastern suburb of Adelaide within the City of Burnside, around 5 km from the CBD. It has a stable population, leafy streets and predominantly detached housing with pockets of heritage character. The suburb is well positioned between key arterial roads and local shopping precincts. Its overall character is residential, mature and highly connected to central Adelaide.
Lifestyle in Kensington Park is convenient and amenity-rich, with strong access to schools, cafes, parks and nearby retail centres such as The Parade at Norwood. Residents benefit from frequent bus services to the city and surrounding eastern suburbs, reducing car dependence for many trips. The area attracts professionals, families and long-term residents seeking a high-quality inner-suburban environment. Cultural and recreational options across Adelaide's eastern belt are close at hand.
Kensington Park falls under postcode 5068 and is governed by Burnside Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Dunstan electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Adelaide Metro routes along Kensington/Magill Roads (e.g., H20/H30 corridor and local feeders) — Adelaide CBD, Norwood and eastern suburbs 15-30 min to CBD
- Cross-suburban bus routes — Marion/Paradise interchanges via transfers Varies by connection
Commute to Adelaide CBD
🛣️ High bus availability and short distance make city commuting straightforward.
Good pedestrian access to local shops, schools, parks and frequent bus routes.
Supermarkets Nearby
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ALDIMagill Road 398, Kensington Park SA 5068
Schools
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342 The Parade
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3 Shipsters Road
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Dankel Avenue
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10-14 High Street
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46 Bridge Street
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316 Portrush Road
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Kensington Road
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160 Portrush Road
Housing 2021 Census
12 state housing + 4 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. China 184
- 2. England 111
- 3. India 61
- 4. Malaysia 49
- 5. Italy 48
- 6. Sri Lanka 35
- 7. Vietnam 32
- 8. New Zealand 27
- 9. South Korea 22
- 10. Hong Kong 21
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)