West Lakes Shore
SA 5020 • Greater Adelaide
About West Lakes Shore
West Lakes Shore is an established residential suburb in Adelaide's inner north-west, approximately 12 kilometres from Adelaide CBD within the City of Charles Sturt. With a population of 3,236 across 1.56 square kilometres, it is a compact and well-established community with a notably mature demographic — a median age of 48 and a median household income of $1,758 per week point to an established owner-occupier base. The suburb sits adjacent to the northern shore of West Lakes, the large artificial lake that forms the centrepiece of the broader West Lakes precinct, and sits at just 6 metres of elevation on Adelaide's coastal plain.
West Lakes Shore benefits from its prime position on the lake foreshore, with waterfront walking and cycling trails, kayaking, and recreational boating making the lakeside a major lifestyle drawcard. The nearby West Lakes Shopping Centre provides major retail and dining options, while Adelaide's Entertainment Centre — home to major concerts and sporting events — is just minutes away. The suburb has good access to Adelaide Metro bus routes, though there is no direct train service; most residents drive to the city or use bus connections. Its established streetscapes, attractive lakefront setting, and proximity to both the coast and the city make West Lakes Shore particularly popular with couples and retirees seeking a quiet, well-serviced neighbourhood.
West Lakes Shore falls under postcode 5020 and is governed by Charles Sturt Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lee electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Adelaide Metro routes (including routes serving West Lakes) — Adelaide CBD and West Lakes interchange 30-45 min to Adelaide CBD
Commute to Adelaide CBD
🛣️ Port Road and Torrens Road provide main road access to Adelaide; bus routes serve the suburb to the city
Lakefront walks and local parks are easily accessible on foot; West Lakes Shopping Centre is a short drive; bus available for city trips
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Edwin Street
Housing 2021 Census
11 state housing + 4 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 197
- 2. Italy 41
- 3. Scotland 37
- 4. China 29
- 5. Greece 29
- 6. India 27
- 7. Germany 26
- 8. South Africa 24
- 9. New Zealand 23
- 10. Philippines 23
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)