Pooraka
SA 5095 • Greater Adelaide
About Pooraka
Pooraka is a northern suburb of Adelaide located approximately 12 kilometres from the CBD within the City of Salisbury. With a population of around 7,600, it is a diverse and well-established residential area. The suburb offers a mix of older homes and newer developments, providing affordable housing options relative to inner Adelaide suburbs.
Pooraka is well-positioned for families and working professionals, with convenient access to major shopping centres including the nearby Ingle Farm and Mawson Lakes precincts. The suburb sits along Main North Road, providing a direct corridor to the city. Residents enjoy local parks, sporting facilities, and a multicultural community atmosphere with a range of dining and retail options nearby.
Pooraka falls under postcode 5095 and is governed by Salisbury Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Florey electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- 222, 223, 229F — Adelaide CBD via Main North Rd 30-40 min
- 400, 401 — Salisbury Interchange / Tea Tree Plaza 15-20 min
Commute to Adelaide CBD
🛣️ Direct bus services run every 15-20 minutes along Main North Road.
Some local amenities are accessible on foot, but a car is needed for most errands. Bus stops are well-distributed along main roads.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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85 Mawson Lakes Boulevarde
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Garden Terrace
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11 South Terrace
Housing 2021 Census
198 state housing + 37 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 486
- 2. Vietnam 452
- 3. Afghanistan 314
- 4. England 248
- 5. Philippines 141
- 6. Pakistan 89
- 7. China 75
- 8. Iraq 63
- 9. Poland 63
- 10. Italy 55
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)