Kersbrook

SA 5231 • Greater Adelaide

1,116
Population (2021)
$45,552
Median Income
77.64 km²
Area
$300/wk
Median Rent
Adelaide HillsSemi-RuralFamily-FriendlyScenic

About Kersbrook

Kersbrook is a township in the Adelaide Hills, about 35-40 km north-east of Adelaide, with a population just over one thousand. The area combines village-scale living with surrounding farmland, reservoirs and bushland. It has a semi-rural character and a long history tied to orcharding, grazing and hills communities. Kersbrook functions as a local service centre for nearby localities in the northern Adelaide Hills.

Lifestyle in Kersbrook is family-oriented and outdoors focused, with local schools, sporting clubs and community facilities supporting day-to-day life. Residents enjoy access to nearby reservoirs, trails and scenic drives while still being within commuting distance of metropolitan Adelaide. Public transport options are limited compared with the city, so private vehicles are commonly used. The town appeals to households seeking hills living with a strong community feel.

Kersbrook falls under postcode 5231 and is governed by Adelaide Hills Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Schubert electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
5231
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Rural
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-34.74°, 138.87°
Statistical Area
Greater Adelaide
Area
77.64 km²
Elevation
299m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Adelaide Metro Link services (limited frequency) — Tea Tree Plaza / Gawler / nearby hills centres Varies by route and transfer

Commute to Adelaide CBD

Distance
38 km
By Train
No direct train in Kersbrook; rail access via outer metro stations
By Bus
~70-95 min with transfers
By Car (Peak)
45-65 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
40-55 min

🛣️ Car is the most practical mode for commuting and errands.

Walkability Low-Moderate

Town centre is walkable for local needs, but many trips to larger services require driving.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$300
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,733
Avg Household Size
2.7 people
Median Age
46 years

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,093
Census 2021
1,116
2.1% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$35,620
Income 2021
$45,552
27.9% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 882
Born Overseas 179

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 124
  • 2. Netherlands 6
  • 3. Scotland 6
  • 4. South Africa 6
  • 5. France 3
  • 6. New Zealand 3
  • 7. Philippines 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 581
Australian 456
Scottish 116
German 92
Irish 78
Italian 36
Dutch 24
Australian Aboriginal 9
Russian 9
Hungarian 8

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

650
Both parents born in Australia
263
Both parents born overseas
151
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
54.8%
Christianity
36.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
58 (5.2%)
5-14 years
139 (12.5%)
15-19 years
60 (5.4%)
20-24 years
62 (5.6%)
25-34 years
112 (10.0%)
35-44 years
114 (10.2%)
45-54 years
171 (15.3%)
55-64 years
198 (17.7%)
65-74 years
113 (10.1%)
75-84 years
67 (6.0%)
85+ years
23 (2.1%)

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