Lobethal

SA 5241 • Greater Adelaide

2,534
Population (2021)
$39,468
Median Income
26.19 km²
Area
434m
Elevation

About Lobethal

Lobethal is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in South Australia, located within the Adelaide Hills (District Council) area. With a population of 2,534 and a median income of $39,468, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 26.19 km² at an elevation of 434m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Greater Adelaide.

The area offers a peaceful rural lifestyle with open spaces, local farms, and a tight-knit community atmosphere. Residents enjoy the tranquility of country living while still having access to essential amenities. Lobethal is ideal for those seeking a slower pace of life away from the urban hustle.

Lobethal falls under postcode 5241 and is governed by Adelaide Hills Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Kavel electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
5241
Urban Area
N/A
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Rural
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-34.90°, 138.88°
Statistical Area
Greater Adelaide
Area
26.19 km²
Elevation
434m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$310
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,473
Avg Household Size
2.5 people
Median Age
43 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,527
Census 2021
2,534
0.3% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$33,228
Income 2021
$39,468
18.8% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,032
Born Overseas 368

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 145
  • 2. Philippines 27
  • 3. Germany 25
  • 4. New Zealand 22
  • 5. Vietnam 22
  • 6. United States 13
  • 7. Scotland 10
  • 8. South Africa 9
  • 9. Italy 8
  • 10. Poland 8
  • 11. Canada 7
  • 12. Netherlands 5
  • 13. China 4
  • 14. India 3
  • 15. Wales 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,078
Australian 995
German 456
Irish 201
Scottish 179
Italian 90
Dutch 63
Polish 48
Filipino 31
Vietnamese 30

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,573
Both parents born in Australia
508
Both parents born overseas
316
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
46.1%
No Religion
45.4%
Buddhism
0.9%
Islam
0.2%
Hinduism
0.2%
Sikhism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
137 (5.4%)
5-14 years
336 (13.3%)
15-19 years
147 (5.8%)
20-24 years
100 (3.9%)
25-34 years
291 (11.5%)
35-44 years
299 (11.8%)
45-54 years
320 (12.6%)
55-64 years
376 (14.8%)
65-74 years
261 (10.3%)
75-84 years
191 (7.5%)
85+ years
79 (3.1%)

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