Unley
SA 5061 • Greater Adelaide
About Unley
Unley is a leafy inner-southern suburb of Adelaide, situated just 2 kilometres from the Adelaide city centre within the City of Unley local government area. With a population of 3,997 and a median age of 41, the suburb attracts a professional mix of families and established residents who value its walkable distance to the CBD alongside a settled neighbourhood character. A median household income of around $2,037 per week places it comfortably above the Adelaide average, reflecting its desirability and well-maintained housing stock of heritage homes and quality residential properties.
Unley's vibrant shopping and dining strips along Unley Road and King William Road offer strong café culture, specialty retailers, and everyday conveniences within easy walking distance. The suburb is home to the Sturt Football Club, one of South Australia's historic SANFL clubs, and directly neighbours the Adelaide Park Lands, providing generous green space for recreation. Frequent bus services along Unley Road connect residents to the Adelaide city centre in around 15–20 minutes, and the suburb's flat, walkable layout and tree-lined streets make it an enduringly popular address for those who want inner-city convenience with a suburban feel.
Unley falls under postcode 5061 and is governed by Unley Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Unley electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Route 200 (Unley Road) — Adelaide CBD (King William Street) 15-20 min
Commute to Adelaide CBD
🛣️ Excellent bus frequency on Unley Road; neighbours Adelaide Park Lands boundary
Most daily errands, cafés, and local shops are easily accessible on foot along Unley and King William Roads
Supermarkets Nearby
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ColesUnley Shopping Centre Unley Road Unley 5061 SA -
Woolworths204 Unley Road Unley 5061 SA
Schools
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18 Trimmer Terrace
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52 Oxford Terrace
Housing 2021 Census
39 state housing + 18 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)
Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census
School Sector Breakdown
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. England 181
- 2. China 130
- 3. India 82
- 4. Greece 78
- 5. Italy 75
- 6. United States 37
- 7. New Zealand 34
- 8. Malaysia 33
- 9. South Africa 30
- 10. Scotland 23
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)