Kings Park

SA 5034 • South Australia

574
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
0.26 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
EstablishedAffluentFamily-FriendlyLeafyCBD-Adjacent

About Kings Park

Kings Park is a small, prestigious suburb of Adelaide located within the City of Unley, approximately 4.5 kilometres south of the Adelaide city centre. Covering just 0.26 square kilometres, it is one of Adelaide's most compact and tightly held residential pockets, with a population of around 574 residents. The suburb is characterised by leafy streets, well-maintained period homes, and an established residential character that appeals to families and professionals seeking proximity to the city in a refined, low-density setting.

Kings Park residents benefit from excellent access to public transport, with both Millswood and Unley Park railway stations located on the suburb's boundaries, providing fast connections to Adelaide CBD on the Belair Line. The surrounding Unley precinct offers a wealth of dining, boutique shopping, and community amenities along streets such as Unley Road and King William Road. The suburb's exceptional stability — with one of the lowest property turnover rates in South Australia — speaks to the strong community loyalty and desirability of this inner-southern Adelaide address.

Kings Park falls under postcode 5034 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Unley electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
5034
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Locality
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-34.96°, 138.59°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
0.26 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Millswood
0.3 km
4 min
Unley Park
0.4 km
5 min

Bus Services

  • City of Unley bus services — Adelaide CBD 15-20 min

Commute to Adelaide CBD

Distance
4.5 km
By Train
10-12 min to Adelaide Station via Belair Line from Millswood
By Car (Peak)
10-20 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
8-12 min

🛣️ Exceptional rail access; two stations border the suburb

Walkability Very Walkable

Most errands and local amenities are accessible on foot or via nearby rail stations, with King William Road and Unley Road shopping strips close by

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
574
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 Kings Park SA known for? +

Kings Park SA is known for being one of Adelaide's most tightly held and prestigious suburbs, with an exceptionally low property turnover rate of around 1.3 percent. Its desirability stems from its leafy streets, proximity to the city, and excellent rail access.

How far is Kings Park SA from Adelaide CBD? +

Kings Park is approximately 4.5 kilometres south of the Adelaide city centre, a 10–20 minute drive depending on traffic, or around 10–12 minutes by train from nearby Millswood station.

Does Kings Park SA have public transport? +

Kings Park has outstanding public transport access, with Millswood and Unley Park railway stations — both on the Belair Line — located on the suburb's northern and south-eastern boundaries respectively.

What is the population of Kings Park SA? +

According to the 2021 Census, Kings Park (SA) has a population of approximately 574 residents across a very compact area of 0.26 square kilometres, making it one of Adelaide's densest and most intimate residential pockets.

Is Kings Park SA a good place to live? +

Kings Park is highly regarded for its established, leafy character, excellent transport links, and proximity to Adelaide's dining and retail precincts, making it well-suited to professionals and families who value inner-city convenience with a quiet residential feel.

What is the postcode for Kings Park SA? +

The postcode for Kings Park, South Australia is 5034, shared with parts of the City of Unley area.