Paradise

SA 5075 • Greater Adelaide

7,217
Population (2021)
$36,920
Median Income
3.57 km²
Area
$330/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyMulticulturalEstablishedSuburbanMid-Range

About Paradise

Paradise is a well-established suburban locality in Adelaide's eastern foothills, approximately 8 kilometres north-east of the CBD within the City of Campbelltown. With a population of 7,217 across 3.57 square kilometres, the suburb sits at an elevation of 68 metres, offering a comfortable residential character with pleasant hillside surroundings. The median age of 43 and median household income of around $72,000 per year reflect a mature, stable community of families and retirees who have long called the area home.

Paradise has a notably multicultural character, with significant Italian, English, and Indian communities contributing to a rich cultural fabric — nearly half of residents have parents born overseas. The suburb is well served by local schools, parks, and everyday shopping along Newton Road and Lower North East Road, with bus services connecting residents to the Adelaide CBD. Its leafy setting in the eastern suburbs, proximity to the Adelaide Hills, and quiet residential streets make it a popular choice for families seeking a relaxed yet accessible lifestyle.

Paradise falls under postcode 5075 and is governed by Campbelltown Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Hartley electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
5075
Urban Area
Campbelltown
LGA / Council
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-34.87°, 138.68°
Statistical Area
Greater Adelaide
Area
3.57 km²
Elevation
68m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$330
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,597
Avg Household Size
2.4 people
Median Age
43 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
5%

91 state housing + 50 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
6,773
Census 2021
7,217
6.6% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$29,536
Income 2021
$36,920
25.0% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,524
Born Overseas 2,440

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. India 408
  • 2. Italy 394
  • 3. China 256
  • 4. England 241
  • 5. Malaysia 92
  • 6. Sri Lanka 58
  • 7. Greece 57
  • 8. Germany 50
  • 9. Hong Kong 49
  • 10. Iran 45

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,808
Italian 1,780
Australian 1,499
Chinese 514
Scottish 403
Indian 377
Irish 358
German 356
Greek 287
Dutch 86

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,616
Both parents born in Australia
3,536
Both parents born overseas
779
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
53.6%
No Religion
30.3%
Sikhism
3.5%
Hinduism
3.3%
Islam
2.0%
Buddhism
2.0%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
323 (4.5%)
5-14 years
668 (9.3%)
15-19 years
357 (4.9%)
20-24 years
493 (6.8%)
25-34 years
1,033 (14.3%)
35-44 years
857 (11.9%)
45-54 years
856 (11.9%)
55-64 years
875 (12.1%)
65-74 years
750 (10.4%)
75-84 years
661 (9.2%)
85+ years
350 (4.8%)

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