Oakden
SA 5086 • Greater Adelaide
About Oakden
Oakden is a well-established residential suburb located approximately 9 kilometres northeast of Adelaide's CBD in the City of Port Adelaide Enfield local government area. With a population of around 3,580 (2021 census), the suburb covers just under 2 square kilometres and is characterised by a mix of established homes and well-maintained parklands. Oakden is conveniently positioned near major arterial roads providing easy access to both the city and Adelaide's northern suburbs.
The suburb offers a family-friendly environment with good access to schools including Heritage College and Cedar College, along with the nearby North Eastern Community Hospital. Green spaces account for nearly 13% of the suburb's area, providing ample parks for outdoor recreation. Shopping is available at nearby Windsor Gardens and Modbury, while public transport links via Dry Creek train station (5.7km) and local bus routes connect residents to central Adelaide.
Oakden falls under postcode 5086 and is governed by Port Adelaide Enfield Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Torrens electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- 171,172,173 — Adelaide CBD via Gilles Plains / Modbury ~30-35min to city
- 182 — Modbury / Tea Tree Plaza ~15min
Commute to Adelaide CBD
🛣️ Well-served by bus routes; nearest train station is Dry Creek about 5.7km away. Main Road and Grand Junction Road provide direct car access to the city.
Local amenities within reach; bus routes provide good connectivity but a car makes daily life more convenient.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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52 - 56 Wandana Avenue
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792 Grand Junction Road
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2-12 Cowra Avenue
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Muller Road
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76-80 Princes Road
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Beatty Avenue
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Condamine Street
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Heritage Court
Housing 2021 Census
66 state housing + 156 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 205
- 2. China 166
- 3. England 150
- 4. Vietnam 58
- 5. Poland 45
- 6. Hong Kong 36
- 7. Italy 36
- 8. South Korea 36
- 9. Malaysia 32
- 10. New Zealand 29
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)