Royal Park
SA 5014 • Greater Adelaide
About Royal Park
Royal Park is a suburban locality in Adelaide's inner-west, approximately 7 kilometres from the CBD within the City of Charles Sturt. With a population of 3,453 and a median age of 37, it has grown notably from 2,967 residents in 2016, reflecting its appeal to younger residents and families seeking affordable housing close to the city. Covering 1.6 square kilometres, the suburb features a mix of period homes and newer medium-density housing at accessible price points.
Royal Park is well-placed for access to Port Adelaide's waterfront dining and cultural precincts, as well as the retail and commercial hubs along Port Road and Grange Road. Rail access is provided by the Outer Harbor Line, with Pennington Station a short walk away offering services to Adelaide's city centre in around 15–20 minutes. The suburb appeals to first-home buyers and young families drawn by relatively affordable housing, convenient city connections, and proximity to the Le Fevre Peninsula's parks and coastal foreshore.
Royal Park falls under postcode 5014 and is governed by Charles Sturt Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lee electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- Route 200, 201 — Adelaide City (King William St) 20-30 min
Commute to Adelaide CBD
🛣️ Easy access to Port Road arterial; good rail and bus connectivity
Local shops and Pennington Station are walkable, though a car is needed for most larger errands
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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106 Botting Street
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14 Broad Street
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Cedar Avenue
Housing 2021 Census
92 state housing + 18 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. England 83
- 2. India 74
- 3. Croatia 54
- 4. Italy 52
- 5. Bosnia & Herzegovina 49
- 6. Philippines 41
- 7. Poland 30
- 8. China 28
- 9. Brazil 25
- 10. Germany 24
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)