Magill

SA 5072 • Greater Adelaide

9,693
Population (2021)
$40,612
Median Income
3.50 km²
Area
121m
Elevation
HistoricWine RegionFamily-FriendlyUniversity SuburbAdelaide Hills Gateway

About Magill

Magill is a charming eastern suburb of Adelaide, straddling the City of Burnside and City of Campbelltown, approximately 7 kilometres from the CBD. With nearly 10,000 residents, the suburb has evolved from its 1838 origins as farmland into a desirable residential area with historic character. Nestled at the foot of the Mount Lofty Ranges, Magill offers a blend of heritage architecture, leafy streets, and proximity to renowned wineries including the famous Penfolds.

Magill offers a relaxed yet connected lifestyle that appeals to families, students, and wine enthusiasts alike. The University of South Australia's Magill campus adds a youthful energy, while historic village shops and cafes along Magill Road create a neighbourhood feel. The suburb is known for quality schools, including Norwood International High School, and easy access to the Adelaide Hills. Residents enjoy the best of both worlds — suburban tranquility with city convenience.

Magill falls under postcode 5072 and is governed by Burnside Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Hartley electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
5072
Urban Area
Burnside
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-34.91°, 138.68°
Statistical Area
Greater Adelaide
Area
3.50 km²
Elevation
121m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Multiple routes via Magill Road — Adelaide CBD, Norwood, Paradise 15-25 min to CBD
  • Stop 41, Paradise Interchange — O-Bahn access nearby 12 min O-Bahn to city

Commute to Adelaide CBD

Distance
7 km
By Train
N/A (no train station)
By Bus
20-30 min via Magill Road routes
By Car (Peak)
15-25 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
12-18 min

🛣️ No direct rail; O-Bahn accessible from Paradise (~3km away); bus services frequent along Magill Road

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot in village area

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$341
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,950
Avg Household Size
2.4 people
Median Age
40 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
8,861
Census 2021
9,693
9.4% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$31,096
Income 2021
$40,612
30.6% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 5,744
Born Overseas 3,699

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. China 683
  • 2. India 416
  • 3. England 360
  • 4. Italy 273
  • 5. Malaysia 242
  • 6. Sri Lanka 137
  • 7. South Korea 108
  • 8. Iran 103
  • 9. Hong Kong 92
  • 10. South Africa 80
  • 11. Philippines 73
  • 12. Vietnam 72
  • 13. Greece 57
  • 14. New Zealand 55
  • 15. Germany 47

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 2,650
Australian 2,115
Chinese 1,358
Italian 1,254
Irish 677
Scottish 644
German 556
Indian 466
Greek 308
Korean 141

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

3,453
Both parents born in Australia
4,882
Both parents born overseas
1,067
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
42.5%
No Religion
40.9%
Hinduism
3.7%
Buddhism
3.5%
Islam
2.6%
Sikhism
1.3%
Judaism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
461 (4.8%)
5-14 years
1,191 (12.3%)
15-19 years
563 (5.8%)
20-24 years
648 (6.7%)
25-34 years
1,238 (12.8%)
35-44 years
1,427 (14.7%)
45-54 years
1,291 (13.3%)
55-64 years
1,031 (10.6%)
65-74 years
857 (8.8%)
75-84 years
619 (6.4%)
85+ years
371 (3.8%)

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