Tennyson

SA 5022 • Greater Adelaide

1,137
Population (2021)
$53,664
Median Income
0.69 km²
Area
12m
Elevation

About Tennyson

Tennyson is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in South Australia, located within the Charles Sturt (City) area. With a population of 1,137 and a median income of $53,664, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 0.69 km² at an elevation of 12m, 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. Tennyson combines affordability with quality of life.

Tennyson falls under postcode 5022 and is governed by Charles Sturt Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lee electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
5022
Urban Area
Charles Sturt - Coast
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-34.89°, 138.49°
Statistical Area
Greater Adelaide
Area
0.69 km²
Elevation
12m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$340
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,167
Avg Household Size
2.2 people
Median Age
55 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,166
Census 2021
1,137
2.5% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$46,488
Income 2021
$53,664
15.4% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 833
Born Overseas 268

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 51
  • 2. Scotland 23
  • 3. India 17
  • 4. Vietnam 15
  • 5. Malaysia 14
  • 6. Italy 12
  • 7. United States 11
  • 8. Germany 10
  • 9. Greece 10
  • 10. New Zealand 10
  • 11. Thailand 7
  • 12. Egypt 6
  • 13. Canada 5
  • 14. Croatia 5
  • 15. France 5

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 414
Australian 303
Scottish 140
Irish 117
Italian 115
Greek 70
German 68
Indian 25
Dutch 21
Vietnamese 21

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

520
Both parents born in Australia
414
Both parents born overseas
165
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
53.6%
No Religion
37.5%
Buddhism
2.6%
Hinduism
0.9%
Islam
0.7%
Sikhism
0.5%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
30 (2.6%)
5-14 years
66 (5.8%)
15-19 years
51 (4.5%)
20-24 years
65 (5.7%)
25-34 years
112 (9.9%)
35-44 years
88 (7.7%)
45-54 years
160 (14.1%)
55-64 years
224 (19.7%)
65-74 years
214 (18.8%)
75-84 years
105 (9.2%)
85+ years
32 (2.8%)

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