Willaston
SA 5118 • Greater Adelaide
About Willaston
Willaston is a residential suburb located on the northern fringe of the Gawler township, approximately 40 kilometres north of Adelaide, within the Town of Gawler LGA. With a population of around 4,800, Willaston has grown steadily as part of Gawler's expansion and offers a mix of established homes and newer housing developments. The suburb sits on relatively flat terrain near the North Para River and retains a relaxed, semi-rural feel despite its increasing urbanisation.
Willaston residents enjoy easy access to Gawler's historic town centre, which offers supermarkets, cafes, boutique shops, and community services. The suburb is popular with families and first-home buyers attracted by affordable housing prices relative to metropolitan Adelaide. Regular train services on the Gawler Line provide a practical commute to the CBD, making Willaston an appealing choice for commuters seeking a quieter lifestyle in a well-serviced regional town.
Willaston falls under postcode 5118 and is governed by Gawler Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Light electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- Local Gawler connector services — Gawler town centre 10 min
Commute to Adelaide CBD
🛣️ Gawler Line train from Gawler Central is the primary public transport option
Walkable to Gawler town centre for daily needs; car useful for most trips
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Kentish Road
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Finch Road
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11 Lyndoch Road
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30 Para Road
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School Road
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Lot 6 Kingfisher Drive
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Housing 2021 Census
28 state housing + 7 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 271
- 2. Scotland 33
- 3. New Zealand 25
- 4. Germany 20
- 5. Netherlands 16
- 6. Philippines 15
- 7. Italy 11
- 8. China 9
- 9. Canada 8
- 10. South Africa 8
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)