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Seaford Heights

SA 5169 • South Australia

1,079
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
1.73 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
New DevelopmentUp-and-ComingFamily-FriendlyAffordable

About Seaford Heights

Seaford Heights is a contemporary residential suburb in Adelaide's southern metropolitan area, located within the City of Onkaparinga approximately 35 kilometres south of the Adelaide CBD. Infrastructure development began in 2014 and the suburb continues to grow, attracting families and first-home buyers to its modern, well-planned streetscapes with a population now reaching around 1,079 residents. Its boundaries are formed by Robinson Road to the north, Main South Road to the west, and Victor Harbor Road to the east, covering approximately 77 hectares of newly developed land.

Despite being a relatively young suburb, Seaford Heights already has essential local amenities including an Aldi supermarket, and residents benefit from the proximity of neighbouring Seaford and Seaford Rise for additional retail, schools, and services. The Seaford train station — a short drive from the suburb — provides rail connections to Adelaide CBD via the Noarlunga Centre to Seaford line in approximately 50 minutes, making the area attractive for city commuters. Nearby Aldinga Beach and the scenic Onkaparinga River Regional Park add to the lifestyle appeal, offering outdoor recreation for residents who appreciate coastal and natural environments.

Seaford Heights falls under postcode 5169 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Kaurna electorate.

📍 Location

State
South Australia
Postcode
5169
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Kingston
State Electorate
Kaurna
Type
Locality
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-35.19°, 138.48°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
1.73 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Seaford
2.5 km
30 min

Bus Services

  • Local Onkaparinga services — Seaford / Noarlunga Centre 10-15 min

Commute to Adelaide CBD

Distance
35 km
By Train
~50 min to Adelaide via Seaford Line (from Seaford station, ~2.5km)
By Car (Peak)
40-55 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
30-40 min

🛣️ Southern Expressway and Main South Road are the primary routes; Seaford train station provides practical rail access to the city

Walkability Car-Dependent

A car is needed for most errands; the suburb has basic local retail but lacks a full village centre, and nearby Seaford provides most day-to-day services

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
1,079
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
N/A
Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Income Comparison

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

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Seaford Heights known for? +

Seaford Heights is known as one of Adelaide's newest and fastest-growing residential suburbs, developed from 2014 in Adelaide's southern metropolitan fringe. It offers modern housing estates at accessible prices close to the coast and within commuting distance of the Adelaide CBD.

How far is Seaford Heights from Adelaide CBD? +

Seaford Heights is approximately 35 kilometres south of the Adelaide CBD, making it around a 30 to 55 minute drive depending on traffic conditions. The nearby Seaford train station provides a rail commute of approximately 50 minutes.

Does Seaford Heights have public transport? +

The Seaford train station on the Seaford Line is approximately 2.5 kilometres from Seaford Heights, offering rail services to Adelaide CBD via Noarlunga Centre. Local bus services connect the suburb to nearby Seaford and the broader Onkaparinga area.

What is the population of Seaford Heights? +

According to the 2021 Census, Seaford Heights had a population of approximately 1,079 residents. As the suburb is still in active development with new housing stages ongoing, this number is expected to grow significantly over the coming years.

Is Seaford Heights a good place to live? +

Seaford Heights is well-suited to families and first-home buyers seeking modern housing in Adelaide's south with reasonable proximity to the coast, good schools in neighbouring suburbs, and train access to the city. The main trade-off is its limited local amenities as the suburb continues to develop.

What is the postcode for Seaford Heights? +

The postcode for Seaford Heights is 5169, shared with the neighbouring locality of Seaford Rise in the City of Onkaparinga, South Australia.