Munno Para West

SA 5115 • Greater Adelaide

7,577
Population (2021)
$43,368
Median Income
3.40 km²
Area
38m
Elevation
Growth SuburbAffordableFirst-Home BuyersModern Estates

About Munno Para West

Munno Para West is a growing northern suburb of Adelaide, located approximately 35 kilometres from the CBD within the City of Playford. With a population of 7,577, this relatively new suburb has expanded significantly since 2010, featuring modern housing estates. The suburb is bounded by the Northern Expressway to the west, providing excellent road connectivity to Adelaide and surrounding regions.

Life in Munno Para West appeals to young families and first-home buyers seeking affordable new homes in a developing area. The Playford Alive urban renewal project nearby is bringing new shops, schools, and community facilities. While amenities are still establishing, residents benefit from competitive house prices and modern infrastructure. The suburb attracts those who prioritise space and value over established amenities.

Munno Para West falls under postcode 5115 and is governed by Playford Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Light electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
5115
Urban Area
Playford - West
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-34.66°, 138.67°
Statistical Area
Greater Adelaide
Area
3.40 km²
Elevation
38m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Munno Para Centre Interchange
2.5 km
30 min
Elizabeth Interchange
5 km
N/A
Smithfield Interchange
3.5 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • 443 — Elizabeth Interchange (loop) 15-20 min
  • J7, J8 — Adelaide CBD via Elizabeth 65-75 min

Commute to Adelaide CBD

Distance
35 km
By Train
55-65 min (bus to Elizabeth, then train)
By Bus
70-80 min (via interchanges)
By Car (Peak)
40-50 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
30-35 min

🛣️ Northern Expressway provides fast road access west

Walkability Car-Dependent

New suburb with developing infrastructure; car essential

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$315
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,319
Avg Household Size
2.8 people
Median Age
27 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
5,909
Census 2021
7,577
28.2% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$35,568
Income 2021
$43,368
21.9% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 6,162
Born Overseas 1,177

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 259
  • 2. India 93
  • 3. New Zealand 66
  • 4. Philippines 55
  • 5. Scotland 24
  • 6. Nepal 17
  • 7. Zimbabwe 17
  • 8. South Africa 16
  • 9. Netherlands 15
  • 10. United States 15
  • 11. Pakistan 14
  • 12. Germany 13
  • 13. Italy 13
  • 14. Vietnam 12
  • 15. Afghanistan 11

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 3,366
Australian 3,028
Scottish 570
Irish 494
German 467
Italian 346
Australian Aboriginal 287
Dutch 133
Filipino 97
Greek 74

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

4,226
Both parents born in Australia
1,968
Both parents born overseas
1,109
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
59.1%
Christianity
30.9%
Islam
1.3%
Sikhism
1.2%
Hinduism
1.0%
Buddhism
1.0%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
886 (11.7%)
5-14 years
1,332 (17.6%)
15-19 years
455 (6.0%)
20-24 years
622 (8.2%)
25-34 years
1,745 (23.0%)
35-44 years
1,032 (13.6%)
45-54 years
653 (8.6%)
55-64 years
489 (6.5%)
65-74 years
259 (3.4%)
75-84 years
91 (1.2%)
85+ years
12 (0.2%)

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