Two Wells

SA 5501 • Greater Adelaide

3,233
Population (2021)
$42,536
Median Income
43.62 km²
Area
16m
Elevation

About Two Wells

Two Wells is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in South Australia, located within the Adelaide Plains (District Council) area. With a population of 3,233 and a median income of $42,536, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 43.62 km² at an elevation of 16m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Greater Adelaide.

The area offers a peaceful rural lifestyle with open spaces, local farms, and a tight-knit community atmosphere. Residents enjoy the tranquility of country living while still having access to essential amenities. Two Wells is ideal for those seeking a slower pace of life away from the urban hustle.

Two Wells falls under postcode 5501 and is governed by Adelaide Plains Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Ngadjuri electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
5501
Urban Area
N/A
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Rural
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-34.61°, 138.53°
Statistical Area
Greater Adelaide
Area
43.62 km²
Elevation
16m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$300
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,700
Avg Household Size
2.8 people
Median Age
35 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,552
Census 2021
3,233
26.7% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$34,216
Income 2021
$42,536
24.3% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,675
Born Overseas 351

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 127
  • 2. Italy 33
  • 3. New Zealand 29
  • 4. Vietnam 23
  • 5. Netherlands 14
  • 6. India 11
  • 7. Greece 10
  • 8. Philippines 10
  • 9. Germany 7
  • 10. Poland 7
  • 11. Lebanon 6
  • 12. Scotland 6
  • 13. Japan 5
  • 14. Croatia 4
  • 15. Indonesia 4

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 1,470
English 1,326
Italian 262
Scottish 245
Irish 204
German 184
Australian Aboriginal 121
Dutch 78
Greek 60
Maltese 31

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,060
Both parents born in Australia
589
Both parents born overseas
387
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
56.1%
Christianity
36.1%
Buddhism
0.9%
Hinduism
0.2%
Sikhism
0.2%
Islam
0.2%
Judaism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
237 (7.3%)
5-14 years
450 (13.9%)
15-19 years
194 (6.0%)
20-24 years
189 (5.8%)
25-34 years
536 (16.6%)
35-44 years
413 (12.8%)
45-54 years
424 (13.1%)
55-64 years
386 (11.9%)
65-74 years
258 (8.0%)
75-84 years
104 (3.2%)
85+ years
33 (1.0%)

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