Nailsworth

SA 5083 • Greater Adelaide

2,235
Population (2021)
$48,100
Median Income
0.79 km²
Area
58m
Elevation

About Nailsworth

Nailsworth is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in South Australia, located within the Prospect (City) area. With a population of 2,235 and a median income of $48,100, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 0.79 km² at an elevation of 58m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Greater Adelaide.

As part of Greater Adelaide, the suburb offers excellent value and a relaxed South Australian lifestyle. Residents enjoy access to local amenities, wine regions, and beautiful beaches within easy reach. Nailsworth combines affordability with quality of life.

Nailsworth falls under postcode 5083 and is governed by Prospect Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Enfield electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
5083
Urban Area
Prospect - Walkerville
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-34.88°, 138.61°
Statistical Area
Greater Adelaide
Area
0.79 km²
Elevation
58m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$300
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,995
Avg Household Size
2.6 people
Median Age
39 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,149
Census 2021
2,235
4.0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$42,796
Income 2021
$48,100
12.4% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,628
Born Overseas 568

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. India 125
  • 2. England 88
  • 3. China 35
  • 4. Vietnam 32
  • 5. Italy 28
  • 6. Greece 21
  • 7. Malaysia 19
  • 8. New Zealand 18
  • 9. Philippines 14
  • 10. Thailand 14
  • 11. Germany 11
  • 12. Pakistan 10
  • 13. Poland 10
  • 14. Turkey 8
  • 15. Scotland 7

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 729
Australian 669
Irish 218
Italian 198
Scottish 196
German 165
Indian 114
Chinese 100
Greek 84
Vietnamese 75

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,057
Both parents born in Australia
831
Both parents born overseas
294
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
42.9%
No Religion
42.6%
Hinduism
5.8%
Buddhism
2.4%
Islam
1.4%
Sikhism
0.8%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
132 (5.9%)
5-14 years
293 (13.1%)
15-19 years
150 (6.7%)
20-24 years
132 (5.9%)
25-34 years
270 (12.1%)
35-44 years
314 (14.0%)
45-54 years
341 (15.3%)
55-64 years
297 (13.3%)
65-74 years
205 (9.2%)
75-84 years
74 (3.3%)
85+ years
28 (1.3%)

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