Northgate
SA 5085 • Greater Adelaide
About Northgate
Northgate is an established inner-northern suburb of Adelaide, located approximately 8 kilometres north of the CBD within the City of Port Adelaide Enfield. Covering just over 2 square kilometres, it had a 2021 census population of 3,184 residents with a median age of 38. The suburb is notably multicultural, with significant communities of Indian, Chinese, Vietnamese, Italian, and Polish heritage reflecting the diverse waves of migration that have shaped northern Adelaide over recent decades.
Northgate offers a comfortable suburban lifestyle with good access to everyday amenities including a Woolworths supermarket on the corner of Folland Avenue and Fosters Road. The suburb is well-connected to Adelaide's CBD by bus and is close to schools, parks, and the commercial centres of neighbouring Northfield and Gepps Cross. A mix of established families, professionals, and multicultural communities creates a friendly, community-oriented neighbourhood. Median household income of around ,200 per week and median rent of 95 per week reflect its position as a solid, affordable mid-ring suburb.
Northgate falls under postcode 5085 and is governed by Port Adelaide Enfield Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Enfield electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- 151,152,153 — Adelaide CBD via Main North Rd approx. 25-35 min
- 241,242 — Elizabeth City Centre / Tea Tree Gully cross-suburban
Commute to Adelaide CBD
🛣️ Good bus connectivity to CBD. Kilburn and Blair Athol train stations are accessible by a short drive or cycle.
Local shops, parks and schools within walking distance. Bus stops well-distributed throughout the suburb.
Supermarkets Nearby
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WoolworthsCnr Folland Avenue And Fosters Road Northgate 5085 SA
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
11 state housing + 14 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 242
- 2. China 154
- 3. England 99
- 4. Vietnam 91
- 5. Malaysia 49
- 6. South Africa 46
- 7. Hong Kong 43
- 8. Philippines 33
- 9. Poland 30
- 10. Afghanistan 24
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)