Ridleyton
SA 5008 • Greater Adelaide
About Ridleyton
Ridleyton is a small inner-northern suburb of Adelaide, South Australia, situated approximately 4.3 kilometres north-west of the Adelaide city centre in the City of Charles Sturt. With a population of around 1,180 as of the 2021 Census, it is one of Adelaide's more compact suburbs, covering just 0.4 square kilometres. The suburb was established in 1873 and is named after John Ridley, inventor of the mechanical grain stripper. Its quiet residential streets, heritage stobie poles, and proximity to the city give it a characterful, established feel.
Ridleyton offers a mix of older cottages and post-war homes typical of Adelaide's inner suburbs, with tree-lined streets and a relaxed neighbourhood atmosphere. The suburb benefits from good public transport connections via Torrens Road bus routes and is a short drive or cycle to Adelaide's inner-west amenities in nearby Hindmarsh and Croydon. Greenshields Reserve provides local green space for residents. The community is a blend of long-term residents and younger newcomers attracted by its quiet character and convenient location.
Ridleyton falls under postcode 5008 and is governed by Charles Sturt Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Croydon electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- 225, 226 — Adelaide CBD 15-20 min
Commute to Adelaide CBD
🛣️ Bus routes via Torrens Road provide regular CBD access
Flat inner suburb with footpaths and easy cycling distance to CBD
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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3 Eldon Street
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Napier Street
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22a Cedar Avenue
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Jane Street
Housing 2021 Census
76 state housing + 29 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. Vietnam 48
- 2. England 38
- 3. China 22
- 4. India 20
- 5. Croatia 14
- 6. Italy 14
- 7. Afghanistan 13
- 8. Greece 13
- 9. Malaysia 12
- 10. Germany 11
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)