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Prospect

SA 5082 • Greater Adelaide

14,584
Population (2021)
$49,608
Median Income
4.97 km²
Area
35m
Elevation
HeritageFamily-FriendlyMulticulturalWestern SydneyAffordable

About Prospect

Prospect is a historic suburban locality in Western Sydney, situated within the City of Blacktown approximately 36 kilometres west of the Sydney CBD. Home to around 5,200 residents with a median age of 38, the suburb has a multicultural character with strong Catholic and Orthodox communities. It is known for Prospect Reservoir, a heritage-listed water supply landmark, and several state-listed colonial-era buildings.

The suburb offers a quieter, semi-rural feel compared to surrounding Blacktown areas, with generous block sizes and established gardens. Families are drawn to its relatively affordable housing, local Woolworths, and proximity to the M4 Western Motorway for commuting. Heritage sites like Prospect Hill and St Bartholomew's Anglican Church add historical charm to this evolving community.

Prospect falls under postcode 5082 and is governed by Prospect Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Adelaide electorate.

📍 Location

State
South Australia
Postcode
5082
Urban Area
Prospect - Walkerville
LGA
Prospect
Federal Electorate
Adelaide
State Electorate
Adelaide
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-34.88°, 138.59°
Statistical Area
Greater Adelaide
Area
4.97 km²
Elevation
35m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Seven Hills
3.5 km
42 min
Blacktown
4.2 km
50 min
Westmead
5 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • 711 — Blacktown to Parramatta via Prospect Hwy 25-35 min
  • 752 — Blacktown to Merrylands 20-30 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
36 km
By Train
50-60 min (from Seven Hills)
By Bus
N/A direct
By Car (Peak)
55-75 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
35-45 min

🛣️ Most residents drive to Seven Hills or Blacktown station. M4 Motorway provides car access to CBD.

Walkability Car-Dependent

A car is useful for most errands, though local shops on Flushcombe Road are accessible on foot for nearby residents.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Coles
    Prospect Road Prospect 5082 SA
  • Woolworths
    Northpark Shopping Centre, 264 Main Rd Prospect 5082 SA
  • ALDI
    106 Main North Road, Prospect SA 5082

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$350
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,929
Avg Household Size
2.5 people
Median Age
37 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
13,280
Census 2021
14,584
▲ 9.8% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$37,804
Income 2021
$49,608
▲ 31.2% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 9,836
Born Overseas 4,301

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. India 852
  • 2. England 461
  • 3. Vietnam 386
  • 4. Italy 257
  • 5. China 247
  • 6. Greece 242
  • 7. Philippines 141
  • 8. New Zealand 101
  • 9. Malaysia 94
  • 10. Pakistan 79
  • 11. Afghanistan 66
  • 12. Nepal 65
  • 13. Bangladesh 64
  • 14. Sri Lanka 61
  • 15. Germany 59

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 4,222
Australian 3,681
Italian 1,534
Irish 1,224
Greek 1,014
Scottish 941
German 930
Chinese 746
Indian 724
Vietnamese 676

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

6,080
Both parents born in Australia
6,166
Both parents born overseas
1,822
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
42.8%
No Religion
40.0%
Hinduism
4.3%
Islam
3.0%
Buddhism
2.9%
Sikhism
1.8%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
752 (5.2%)
5-14 years
1,792 (12.3%)
15-19 years
708 (4.9%)
20-24 years
1,118 (7.7%)
25-34 years
2,443 (16.8%)
35-44 years
2,176 (14.9%)
45-54 years
1,799 (12.3%)
55-64 years
1,710 (11.7%)
65-74 years
1,189 (8.2%)
75-84 years
568 (3.9%)
85+ years
331 (2.3%)

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