Old Reynella
SA 5161 • Greater Adelaide
About Old Reynella
Old Reynella is an established residential suburb in Adelaide's southern corridor, approximately 20 kilometres from the Adelaide CBD within the City of Onkaparinga council area. Situated at an elevation of 103 metres on the gentle foothills above the Southern Vales, the suburb covers 2.2 square kilometres and is home to 3,458 residents, with a median age of 42 and a median household income of $1,387 per week. The demographic is predominantly Anglo-Australian with strong English, Scottish, and Irish heritage, reflecting Old Reynella's position as one of the earliest settled areas in the Reynella district.
Old Reynella retains a quiet, leafy character with established gardens, mature street trees, and a strong sense of neighbourhood community. The Southern Expressway provides direct access to Adelaide CBD, and bus services connect residents to the nearby Noarlunga Centre shopping and transit hub. The suburb sits at the northern fringe of the McLaren Vale wine region, with wineries, cellar doors, and scenic reserves within easy reach to the south. Local schools, parks, and the Reynella shopping precinct provide everyday conveniences, making Old Reynella a comfortable and affordable choice for families and retirees.
Old Reynella falls under postcode 5161 and is governed by Onkaparinga Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Reynell electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- Route 722, 724 (Main South Road / Sherriffs Road) — Noarlunga Centre (transit hub) 10-15 min
Commute to Adelaide CBD
🛣️ Southern Expressway provides fast off-peak access; Noarlunga Centre is the main nearby transit hub
Mostly car-dependent suburban layout; some walking possible to local parks and nearby Reynella shops
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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55-63 Concord Drive
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63 Malbeck Drive
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119-135 Sherriffs Road
Housing 2021 Census
3 state housing + 22 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. England 289
- 2. Philippines 60
- 3. Scotland 53
- 4. India 46
- 5. New Zealand 31
- 6. South Africa 28
- 7. Poland 25
- 8. China 23
- 9. Germany 23
- 10. United States 17
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)