Semaphore South

SA 5019 • Greater Adelaide

1,031
Population (2021)
$48,360
Median Income
0.62 km²
Area
11m
Elevation

About Semaphore South

Semaphore South is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in South Australia, located within the Port Adelaide Enfield (City) area. With a population of 1,031 and a median income of $48,360, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 0.62 km² at an elevation of 11m, 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 South combines affordability with quality of life.

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

📍 Location

Postcode
5019
Urban Area
Port Adelaide - Enfield - Coast
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-34.85°, 138.48°
Statistical Area
Greater Adelaide
Area
0.62 km²
Elevation
11m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$320
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,842
Avg Household Size
2.2 people
Median Age
44 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,019
Census 2021
1,031
1.2% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$40,924
Income 2021
$48,360
18.2% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 790
Born Overseas 203

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 67
  • 2. Scotland 25
  • 3. Ireland 12
  • 4. India 8
  • 5. Germany 7
  • 6. United States 7
  • 7. Greece 6
  • 8. South Africa 6
  • 9. Brazil 4
  • 10. China 4
  • 11. New Zealand 4
  • 12. Philippines 4
  • 13. Thailand 4
  • 14. Croatia 3
  • 15. Poland 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 440
Australian 324
Irish 146
Scottish 144
German 84
Italian 55
Polish 22
Greek 20
Croatian 19
Australian Aboriginal 17

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

564
Both parents born in Australia
285
Both parents born overseas
145
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
48.7%
Christianity
44.2%
Buddhism
1.1%
Sikhism
0.6%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
60 (5.8%)
5-14 years
102 (9.9%)
15-19 years
47 (4.6%)
20-24 years
49 (4.8%)
25-34 years
128 (12.4%)
35-44 years
127 (12.3%)
45-54 years
157 (15.2%)
55-64 years
159 (15.4%)
65-74 years
122 (11.8%)
75-84 years
54 (5.2%)
85+ years
31 (3.0%)

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