Torrens Park

SA 5062 • Greater Adelaide

2,687
Population (2021)
$52,052
Median Income
1.53 km²
Area
107m
Elevation

About Torrens Park

Torrens Park is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in South Australia, located within the Mitcham (City) area. With a population of 2,687 and a median income of $52,052, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 1.53 km² at an elevation of 107m, 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. Torrens Park combines affordability with quality of life.

Torrens Park falls under postcode 5062 and is governed by Mitcham Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Waite electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
5062
Urban Area
Mitcham
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-34.99°, 138.61°
Statistical Area
Greater Adelaide
Area
1.53 km²
Elevation
107m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Woolworths
    Mitcham Shopping Centre, 119 Belair Road Torrens Park 5062 SA

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$330
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,167
Avg Household Size
2.5 people
Median Age
43 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,596
Census 2021
2,687
3.5% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$43,264
Income 2021
$52,052
20.3% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,022
Born Overseas 615

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 161
  • 2. China 60
  • 3. India 36
  • 4. New Zealand 35
  • 5. South Africa 28
  • 6. Malaysia 21
  • 7. Germany 17
  • 8. Greece 16
  • 9. Scotland 14
  • 10. United States 14
  • 11. Canada 12
  • 12. Vietnam 12
  • 13. South Korea 11
  • 14. France 9
  • 15. Philippines 9

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,167
Australian 868
Scottish 408
Irish 295
German 217
Chinese 135
Italian 123
Greek 103
Indian 53
Dutch 49

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,495
Both parents born in Australia
756
Both parents born overseas
382
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
51.4%
Christianity
40.8%
Buddhism
1.3%
Hinduism
1.2%
Islam
0.6%
Sikhism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
105 (3.9%)
5-14 years
339 (12.6%)
15-19 years
237 (8.8%)
20-24 years
160 (6.0%)
25-34 years
276 (10.3%)
35-44 years
299 (11.1%)
45-54 years
377 (14.0%)
55-64 years
386 (14.4%)
65-74 years
310 (11.5%)
75-84 years
154 (5.7%)
85+ years
48 (1.8%)

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