Salisbury Plain
SA 5109 • Greater Adelaide
About Salisbury Plain
Salisbury Plain is a small residential suburb in the northern suburbs of Adelaide, South Australia, located approximately 25 kilometres from the Adelaide CBD. It sits within the City of Salisbury and is bordered by the larger suburbs of Salisbury and Salisbury North. The suburb has a modest population and features predominantly detached housing on generous blocks. It has a diverse, working-class demographic profile typical of Adelaide's northern corridor.
Salisbury Plain offers affordable housing options that attract first-home buyers and young families. The suburb is close to Parabanks Shopping Centre and Salisbury City Centre for everyday needs. Local parks and reserves provide green space for recreation, and several schools serve the surrounding area. The suburb benefits from its proximity to the Salisbury train station and major arterial roads, making it a practical choice for commuters working across northern Adelaide.
Salisbury Plain falls under postcode 5109 and is governed by Salisbury Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Ramsay electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- 400, 401, 403 — Salisbury Interchange / Elizabeth 10-20 min
Commute to Adelaide
🛣️ Gawler Line provides regular services to Adelaide CBD
Flat terrain with footpaths to local shops and stations, though most errands require a short drive.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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20 Mortess Street
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Keller Road
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19 Lincoln Avenue
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50 Smith Road
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9 Ward Street
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Goddard Drive
Housing 2021 Census
49 state housing + 0 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 77
- 2. Afghanistan 31
- 3. Nepal 30
- 4. Myanmar 28
- 5. Italy 24
- 6. India 19
- 7. Philippines 18
- 8. Greece 16
- 9. Vietnam 12
- 10. Iran 9
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)