Semaphore

SA 5019 • Greater Adelaide

2,749
Population (2021)
$44,564
Median Income
1.06 km²
Area
13m
Elevation

About Semaphore

Semaphore is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in South Australia, located within the Port Adelaide Enfield (City) area. With a population of 2,749 and a median income of $44,564, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 1.06 km² at an elevation of 13m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Greater Adelaide.

As part of Greater Adelaide, the suburb offers excellent value and a relaxed South Australian lifestyle. Residents enjoy access to local amenities, wine regions, and beautiful beaches within easy reach. Semaphore combines affordability with quality of life.

Semaphore falls under postcode 5019 and is governed by Port Adelaide Enfield Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Port Adelaide electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
5019
Urban Area
Port Adelaide - Enfield - Coast
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-34.84°, 138.48°
Statistical Area
Greater Adelaide
Area
1.06 km²
Elevation
13m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$320
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,733
Avg Household Size
2.2 people
Median Age
50 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,764
Census 2021
2,749
0.5% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$36,088
Income 2021
$44,564
23.5% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,004
Born Overseas 598

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 219
  • 2. New Zealand 40
  • 3. Scotland 32
  • 4. United States 27
  • 5. Italy 24
  • 6. Germany 22
  • 7. Netherlands 18
  • 8. Philippines 17
  • 9. Poland 11
  • 10. Ireland 10
  • 11. South Africa 10
  • 12. India 9
  • 13. China 8
  • 14. Croatia 7
  • 15. Vietnam 7

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,176
Australian 835
Irish 348
Scottish 345
German 230
Italian 190
Dutch 75
Greek 57
Australian Aboriginal 53
Polish 48

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,390
Both parents born in Australia
816
Both parents born overseas
372
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
53.8%
Christianity
36.6%
Islam
1.1%
Buddhism
0.8%
Hinduism
0.3%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
87 (3.2%)
5-14 years
225 (8.2%)
15-19 years
127 (4.6%)
20-24 years
126 (4.6%)
25-34 years
261 (9.5%)
35-44 years
304 (11.1%)
45-54 years
477 (17.4%)
55-64 years
583 (21.2%)
65-74 years
364 (13.2%)
75-84 years
138 (5.0%)
85+ years
53 (1.9%)

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