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Salisbury

SA 5108 • Greater Adelaide

8,841
Population (2021)
$27,872
Median Income
4.57 km²
Area
$260/wk
Median Rent
Regional CentreWell-ConnectedFamily-FriendlyEstablishedNorthern Adelaide

About Salisbury

Salisbury is a major northern Adelaide suburb and civic centre, about 22 km from the CBD and the seat of the City of Salisbury. The 2021 Census population is 8,841, with a diverse metropolitan demographic and strong service-sector role. Established in the 19th century, it developed from an agricultural service town into a substantial urban centre. The suburb combines established residential areas with significant retail, civic and transport infrastructure.

Residents have access to major shopping, medical, education and government services, with employment linked to nearby defence, logistics and industrial precincts. Salisbury station and bus interchange provide strong public transport connectivity across northern Adelaide and into the city. The area supports families, students and workers seeking access to services and transport at relatively affordable metro prices. Its role as a regional urban node gives it a busy, practical suburban-city character.

Salisbury falls under postcode 5108 and is governed by Salisbury Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Ramsay electorate.

📍 Location

State
South Australia
Postcode
5108
Urban Area
Salisbury - Central
LGA / Council
Salisbury
Federal Electorate
Spence
State Electorate
Ramsay
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-34.76°, 138.64°
Statistical Area
Greater Adelaide
Area
4.57 km²
Elevation
35m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Salisbury Station
0.7 km
9 min
Nurlutta Station
2.1 km
26 min
Chidda Station
2.6 km
32 min
Parafield Station
3.6 km
44 min

Bus Services

  • Salisbury Interchange bus network — Adelaide CBD 45-70 min
  • Northern cross-suburban routes — Elizabeth / Mawson Lakes / Tea Tree Plaza 20-55 min
  • Feeder and local services — Nearby schools, retail and industrial precincts 10-35 min

Commute to Adelaide CBD

Distance
22 km
By Train
30-45 min
By Bus
45-70 min
By Car (Peak)
35-55 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
25-35 min

🛣️ Salisbury station and interchange offer one of northern Adelaide's strongest public transport connections.

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Core civic and retail areas are walkable, with high transit availability reducing reliance on cars for some trips.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Coles
    68-84 John Street Salisbury 5108 SA
  • Woolworths
    John Street Salisbury 5108 SA

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$260
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,213
Avg Household Size
2.5 people
Median Age
37 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
6.2%

166 state housing + 38 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
8,205
Census 2021
8,841
▲ 7.8% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$23,400
Income 2021
$27,872
▲ 19.1% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,606
Born Overseas 3,699

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 370
  • 2. Myanmar 340
  • 3. Afghanistan 331
  • 4. Nepal 294
  • 5. India 202
  • 6. Italy 191
  • 7. Philippines 163
  • 8. Vietnam 141
  • 9. Cambodia 78
  • 10. Pakistan 76

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 2,248
Australian 1,865
Italian 644
Scottish 448
Irish 420
German 354
Filipino 216
Vietnamese 209
Australian Aboriginal 178
Indian 142

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,606
Both parents born in Australia
4,925
Both parents born overseas
733
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
39.9%
No Religion
29.2%
Islam
10.0%
Hinduism
6.9%
Buddhism
4.1%
Sikhism
1.1%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
590 (6.7%)
5-14 years
1,075 (12.2%)
15-19 years
484 (5.5%)
20-24 years
620 (7.0%)
25-34 years
1,316 (14.9%)
35-44 years
1,106 (12.5%)
45-54 years
1,064 (12.0%)
55-64 years
953 (10.8%)
65-74 years
804 (9.1%)
75-84 years
526 (5.9%)
85+ years
297 (3.4%)

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