Northfield
SA 5085 • Greater Adelaide
About Northfield
Northfield is a major urban suburb located approximately 10 kilometres north of the Adelaide CBD, within the City of Port Adelaide Enfield. With a population of 5,043 and a median age of 35, the suburb is home to a predominantly younger demographic drawn from a highly diverse range of cultural backgrounds. The median household income of approximately $1,420 per week sits modestly below the national average, reflecting a working and middle-class community character.
Northfield is one of metropolitan Adelaide's more culturally diverse suburbs, with significant communities from India, Afghanistan, the Philippines, and Vietnam contributing to a vibrant multicultural atmosphere. The suburb is well-connected to central Adelaide via bus services and arterial roads, offering convenient access to the city and nearby employment hubs. Covering just 2.5 square kilometres, Northfield offers a range of housing options at accessible price points, making it an appealing choice for families and newcomers settling in the northern metropolitan area.
Northfield falls under postcode 5085 and is governed by Port Adelaide Enfield Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Enfield electorate.
Location
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Clarice Avenue
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496 Regency Road
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17 Whittington Street
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North Avenue
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215-233 Fosters Road
Housing 2021 Census
95 state housing + 177 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)
Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census
School Sector Breakdown
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. India 773
- 2. Afghanistan 140
- 3. England 106
- 4. Philippines 94
- 5. Vietnam 83
- 6. China 78
- 7. Iran 49
- 8. Nepal 48
- 9. Pakistan 42
- 10. New Zealand 32
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)