🔍

Port Adelaide

SA 5015 • Greater Adelaide

1,338
Population (2021)
$39,208
Median Income
4.73 km²
Area
$293/wk
Median Rent
HistoricInner CityMulticulturalAffordable

About Port Adelaide

Port Adelaide is a historic inner suburb located approximately 14 kilometres north-west of the Adelaide CBD, in the City of Port Adelaide Enfield LGA. Once the maritime heart of South Australia, the suburb has a population of around 4,500 and is defined by its rich colonial heritage, sandstone warehouses, and the working waterfront along the Port River estuary. The suburb retains strong Indigenous connections and was among the first European settlements in the state, founded in 1837.

Today Port Adelaide is undergoing a creative renaissance, with heritage buildings repurposed into galleries, breweries, restaurants, and boutique shops along Commercial Road and St Vincent Street. The precinct hosts the South Australian Maritime Museum, the Port Adelaide Football Club, and regular markets, making it a growing destination for day-trippers and young professionals. A diverse, working-class community coexists with an emerging arts scene, giving the suburb a gritty yet vibrant character that distinguishes it from Adelaide's southern suburbs.

Port Adelaide falls under postcode 5015 and is governed by Port Adelaide Enfield Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Port Adelaide electorate.

📍 Location

State
South Australia
Postcode
5015
Urban Area
Port Adelaide - Enfield - Port
LGA / Council
Port Adelaide Enfield
Federal Electorate
Hindmarsh
State Electorate
Port Adelaide
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-34.84°, 138.51°
Statistical Area
Greater Adelaide
Area
4.73 km²
Elevation
7m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Port Adelaide Station
0.4 km
5 min

Bus Services

  • 153, 154, 155 — Adelaide CBD 35-45 min

Commute to Adelaide CBD

Distance
14 km
By Train
35 min to Adelaide Station
By Car (Peak)
25-35 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
20 min

🛣️ Outer Harbor Line direct to Adelaide Station

Walkability Very Walkable

Heritage precinct and waterfront area are very walkable; good footpaths throughout

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Coles
    Old Port Canal Shopping Centre Cnr Church Street & Leadenhall Street Port Adelaide 5015 SA
  • ALDI
    Commercial Road 200 - 220, Port Adelaide SA 5015

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$293
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,672
Avg Household Size
1.9 people
Median Age
45 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
21%

126 state housing + 8 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,224
Census 2021
1,338
▲ 9.3% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$27,300
Income 2021
$39,208
▲ 43.6% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 939
Born Overseas 317

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 75
  • 2. New Zealand 20
  • 3. Vietnam 18
  • 4. Afghanistan 16
  • 5. China 15
  • 6. Italy 12
  • 7. Scotland 12
  • 8. Philippines 11
  • 9. United States 10
  • 10. Germany 9

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 514
Australian 393
Irish 122
Scottish 103
German 96
Italian 77
Chinese 45
Australian Aboriginal 43
Dutch 25
Vietnamese 21

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

659
Both parents born in Australia
413
Both parents born overseas
183
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
49.7%
Christianity
36.1%
Islam
2.6%
Buddhism
2.2%
Hinduism
0.4%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
31 (2.3%)
5-14 years
96 (7.2%)
15-19 years
55 (4.1%)
20-24 years
104 (7.8%)
25-34 years
198 (14.8%)
35-44 years
181 (13.5%)
45-54 years
194 (14.5%)
55-64 years
237 (17.7%)
65-74 years
170 (12.7%)
75-84 years
58 (4.3%)
85+ years
16 (1.2%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What train line serves Port Adelaide? +

Port Adelaide is served by the Outer Harbor Line (and LeFevre Peninsula Line), with trains running directly to Adelaide Station in approximately 35 minutes.

What is Port Adelaide known for? +

Port Adelaide is known for its rich maritime heritage, sandstone colonial architecture, the South Australian Maritime Museum, and a thriving arts and bar scene along Commercial Road and St Vincent Street.

Is Port Adelaide a good place to live? +

Port Adelaide appeals to those seeking affordable housing in a suburb with strong heritage character and growing amenities. It offers good train access to the CBD and a vibrant local culture, though some parts are still transitioning.

What LGA is Port Adelaide in? +

Port Adelaide is in the City of Port Adelaide Enfield local government area.