Rostrevor

SA 5073 • Greater Adelaide

8,452
Population (2021)
$40,716
Median Income
4.58 km²
Area
146m
Elevation
FoothillsLeafy & GreenFamily-FriendlyElevated

About Rostrevor

Rostrevor is a leafy eastern suburb of Adelaide, nestled in the picturesque foothills of the Mount Lofty Ranges approximately 10 kilometres from the CBD. With around 8,500 residents and a median income of about $46,500, it spans the Adelaide Hills Council and City of Campbelltown. The elevated terrain at 146 metres provides cooler temperatures and stunning views across the Adelaide plains.

The suburb is known for quality family homes set among established gardens and native bushland. Rostrevor College, a well-regarded boys' school, anchors the community. Local reserves provide walking trails into the hills, while nearby Newton and Magill offer shopping and dining. Rostrevor attracts families and professionals seeking peaceful, elevated living with easy city access. It's Adelaide's foothills at their most accessible.

Rostrevor falls under postcode 5073 and is governed by Adelaide Hills Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Morialta electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
5073
Urban Area
Campbelltown
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-34.89°, 138.69°
Statistical Area
Greater Adelaide
Area
4.58 km²
Elevation
146m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$380
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,950
Avg Household Size
2.7 people
Median Age
41 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
7,743
Census 2021
8,452
9.2% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$31,044
Income 2021
$40,716
31.2% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 5,081
Born Overseas 3,143

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. China 481
  • 2. Italy 472
  • 3. India 353
  • 4. England 273
  • 5. Malaysia 192
  • 6. South Korea 90
  • 7. Hong Kong 81
  • 8. Sri Lanka 81
  • 9. Iran 80
  • 10. Germany 67
  • 11. New Zealand 53
  • 12. Vietnam 50
  • 13. South Africa 48
  • 14. Greece 43
  • 15. Philippines 41

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,982
Australian 1,841
Italian 1,788
Chinese 943
Scottish 509
Irish 487
German 407
Indian 397
Greek 317
Korean 121

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,909
Both parents born in Australia
4,377
Both parents born overseas
949
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
50.2%
No Religion
33.9%
Hinduism
3.6%
Buddhism
3.0%
Islam
2.1%
Sikhism
1.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
437 (5.2%)
5-14 years
1,117 (13.2%)
15-19 years
466 (5.5%)
20-24 years
493 (5.8%)
25-34 years
926 (11.0%)
35-44 years
1,131 (13.4%)
45-54 years
1,117 (13.2%)
55-64 years
981 (11.6%)
65-74 years
707 (8.4%)
75-84 years
740 (8.8%)
85+ years
334 (4.0%)

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