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Ridgehaven

SA 5097 • Greater Adelaide

4,304
Population (2021)
$35,776
Median Income
2.11 km²
Area
$320/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyAffordableYoung Families

About Ridgehaven

Ridgehaven is an established suburban locality in the City of Tea Tree Gully, situated in the northern foothills of Adelaide approximately 16 kilometres north-east of the CBD. With a population of around 4,304 and a land area of 2.1 square kilometres, Ridgehaven sits at an elevation of 157 metres, offering pleasant views across the Adelaide Plains. The suburb is bordered by Para Hills West and Modbury Heights and developed predominantly during the 1960s and 1970s.

Ridgehaven is a quiet, predominantly owner-occupied suburb that appeals to families and long-term Adelaide residents looking for affordable living with good amenities nearby. The suburb has local reserves and walking trails connecting to the broader Tea Tree Gully trail network, and is served by shopping centres and schools in adjacent Modbury. Public transport includes bus services connecting to the O-Bahn busway at Modbury Interchange, providing fast access to Adelaide CBD.

Ridgehaven falls under postcode 5097 and is governed by Tea Tree Gully Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Newland electorate.

📍 Location

State
South Australia
Postcode
5097
Urban Area
Tea Tree Gully
LGA / Council
Tea Tree Gully
Federal Electorate
Makin
State Electorate
Newland
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-34.82°, 138.71°
Statistical Area
Greater Adelaide
Area
2.11 km²
Elevation
157m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Modbury Interchange (O-Bahn)
1.8 km
22 min

Bus Services

  • 540, 543 — Modbury Interchange / Tea Tree Plaza 5-10 min

Commute to Adelaide CBD

Distance
16 km
By Train
No train - O-Bahn bus from Modbury approx 25 min to CBD
By Car (Peak)
30-40 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
20-25 min

🛣️ O-Bahn Busway at Modbury provides fast express bus service to Adelaide CBD

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Good footpaths in residential areas; most shopping requires driving to Modbury or Tea Tree Plaza

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🌳 Parks & Reserves

There are 5 parks and reserves in Ridgehaven.

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$320
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,436
Avg Household Size
2.3 people
Median Age
43 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
1.9%

31 state housing + 3 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
4,008
Census 2021
4,304
▲ 7.4% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$30,108
Income 2021
$35,776
▲ 18.8% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,137
Born Overseas 1,040

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 330
  • 2. India 130
  • 3. China 43
  • 4. Philippines 39
  • 5. Germany 36
  • 6. Scotland 36
  • 7. Italy 33
  • 8. New Zealand 27
  • 9. Sri Lanka 23
  • 10. Netherlands 21

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,884
Australian 1,463
Scottish 377
German 350
Irish 343
Italian 260
Indian 104
Dutch 91
Chinese 87
Filipino 66

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,134
Both parents born in Australia
1,426
Both parents born overseas
604
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
44.3%
Christianity
43.8%
Hinduism
2.4%
Sikhism
1.5%
Buddhism
1.3%
Islam
0.7%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
246 (5.7%)
5-14 years
451 (10.5%)
15-19 years
195 (4.5%)
20-24 years
211 (4.9%)
25-34 years
596 (13.8%)
35-44 years
537 (12.5%)
45-54 years
529 (12.3%)
55-64 years
425 (9.9%)
65-74 years
470 (10.9%)
75-84 years
448 (10.4%)
85+ years
202 (4.7%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Ridgehaven SA located? +

Ridgehaven is in the City of Tea Tree Gully, about 16 kilometres north-east of Adelaide CBD in the northern foothills.

How do residents of Ridgehaven commute to Adelaide CBD? +

Most residents drive or take local buses to Modbury Interchange, then catch the O-Bahn express bus to Adelaide CBD in about 25 minutes.

What schools are near Ridgehaven SA? +

Ridgehaven Primary School is located within the suburb, and Modbury High School and Valley View Secondary School are nearby for secondary education.

Is Ridgehaven SA affordable? +

Yes, Ridgehaven is considered an affordable suburb with house prices below the Adelaide metropolitan median, making it popular with first-home buyers and young families.

What parks are in Ridgehaven SA? +

Ridgehaven has several local reserves including Jordan Reserve, Dale Reserve, Chinner Reserve, Dewer Reserve and Hazel Reserve, plus connections to Tea Tree Gully walking trails.