Plympton Park
SA 5038 • Greater Adelaide
About Plympton Park
Plympton Park is an established residential suburb in Adelaide's southern inner ring, located within the City of Marion approximately 7 km south-west of the Adelaide CBD. At the 2016 census, the suburb had a population of around 3,247, with a character typical of post-war suburban Adelaide — quiet streets of detached homes, flat terrain, and a mature community feel. It sits adjacent to Plympton and is well-positioned between the beach suburb of Glenelg (approximately 5 km west) and Marion's major shopping district to the south. The suburb is predominantly owner-occupied, with a mix of young families and long-term residents.
Plympton Park offers convenient access to major amenities without the premium price tags of beachside suburbs. Marion Shopping Centre, one of Adelaide's largest retail precincts, is a short drive away, and the suburb has its own local shops along Morphett Road. The suburb is well-served by bus routes connecting to the Adelaide CBD, Glenelg, and Marion, with limited-stop services making city commutes quick and easy. Parks and schools are readily accessible, and the flat terrain makes cycling practical. It appeals to families, professionals, and first-home buyers seeking value in Adelaide's inner south-west.
Plympton Park falls under postcode 5038 and is governed by Marion Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Badcoe electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- 17, 18 — Adelaide CBD via Anzac Highway ~20–25 min
- 270, 271 — Glenelg and Marion interchange ~15 min
Commute to Adelaide CBD
🛣️ Well-served by bus; nearest train station is Woodlands Park (~1.5 km walk). Tram access at Glenelg possible via cross-suburb bus.
Local shops and parks accessible on foot; flat terrain ideal for cycling. Most services require a short bus or car trip to Plympton, Marion, or Glenelg.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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21A Errington Street
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19 Owen Street
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342 Anzac Highway
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7 Lynton Avenue
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80 Thomas Street
Housing 2021 Census
165 state housing + 47 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 210
- 2. China 116
- 3. England 113
- 4. Nepal 97
- 5. Philippines 62
- 6. Malaysia 44
- 7. New Zealand 40
- 8. Vietnam 26
- 9. Hong Kong 25
- 10. South Africa 23
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)