Noarlunga Downs

SA 5168 • Greater Adelaide

4,031
Population (2021)
$33,696
Median Income
4.31 km²
Area
4m
Elevation

About Noarlunga Downs

Noarlunga Downs is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in South Australia, located within the Onkaparinga (City) area. With a population of 4,031 and a median income of $33,696, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 4.31 km² at an elevation of 4m, 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. Noarlunga Downs combines affordability with quality of life.

Noarlunga Downs falls under postcode 5168 and is governed by Onkaparinga Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Kaurna electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
5168
Urban Area
Onkaparinga - North Coast
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-35.16°, 138.50°
Statistical Area
Greater Adelaide
Area
4.31 km²
Elevation
4m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$250
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,352
Avg Household Size
2.3 people
Median Age
39 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,846
Census 2021
4,031
4.8% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$27,508
Income 2021
$33,696
22.5% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,956
Born Overseas 892

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 378
  • 2. New Zealand 46
  • 3. Scotland 45
  • 4. India 35
  • 5. Germany 31
  • 6. Philippines 31
  • 7. Netherlands 23
  • 8. Poland 17
  • 9. Italy 14
  • 10. Thailand 12
  • 11. Vietnam 12
  • 12. Singapore 11
  • 13. United States 10
  • 14. Egypt 9
  • 15. Nepal 9

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,901
Australian 1,531
Scottish 348
Irish 305
German 255
Australian Aboriginal 132
Dutch 108
Italian 105
Greek 50
Polish 50

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,090
Both parents born in Australia
1,181
Both parents born overseas
561
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
56.3%
Christianity
34.3%
Hinduism
0.8%
Buddhism
0.7%
Islam
0.4%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
219 (5.4%)
5-14 years
523 (13.0%)
15-19 years
222 (5.5%)
20-24 years
260 (6.5%)
25-34 years
522 (12.9%)
35-44 years
501 (12.4%)
45-54 years
510 (12.7%)
55-64 years
531 (13.2%)
65-74 years
445 (11.0%)
75-84 years
246 (6.1%)
85+ years
56 (1.4%)

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