West Beach
SA 5024 • Greater Adelaide
About West Beach
West Beach is a seaside suburb of Adelaide, located approximately 10 km west of the CBD in the City of Charles Sturt and City of West Torrens. With a population of around 5,000 residents and a median age skewing towards the 50-59 age bracket, West Beach has an established, mature community character. The suburb features a mix of owner-occupied homes (71%) with many families and couples enjoying the relaxed coastal atmosphere.
The suburb is renowned for its expansive beachfront and the West Beach Parks precinct, a 135-hectare recreation reserve featuring two golf courses, sporting facilities, accommodation, and the Adelaide Shores coastal park. The area attracts cyclists who ride the 72 km of coastal bike paths along St Vincents Gulf. Residents enjoy proximity to the Adelaide Airport, quality schools, and the vibrant nearby suburbs of Glenelg and Henley Beach.
West Beach falls under postcode 5024 and is governed by Charles Sturt Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Colton electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- J1, J2, J2G — Adelaide CBD via Henley Beach 25-30 min
- 163 — City to Glenelg 20 min
Commute to Adelaide
🛣️ No direct train access; bus routes J1/J2 provide regular service to the city
Some errands can be accomplished on foot; shopping centre on Burbridge Road services the suburb
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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3 Woodhead Street
Housing Costs 2021 Census
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. England 321
- 2. India 97
- 3. Scotland 55
- 4. Italy 51
- 5. South Africa 50
- 6. Greece 48
- 7. Germany 42
- 8. New Zealand 40
- 9. China 32
- 10. Poland 27
- 11. Canada 24
- 12. United States 19
- 13. Malaysia 18
- 14. Ireland 17
- 15. Egypt 16
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)