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Allenby Gardens

SA 5009 • Greater Adelaide

2,045
Population (2021)
$90,064
Median Household Income
0.83 km²
Area
$323/wk
Median Rent
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About Allenby Gardens

Allenby Gardens is a western suburb of Adelaide, located just 4.7 kilometres from the CBD within the City of Charles Sturt. With a population of around 2,000, this compact suburb was laid out in 1922 by State Town Planner Charles Reade. Originally advertised as 'Gallipoli Gardens', it was renamed to honour British Field Marshal Lord Allenby shortly after.

The suburb is divided by Grange Road, with Port Road forming the northern boundary. The southern edge features the River Torrens and Linear Park Trail, offering excellent cycling and walking paths into the city or west towards the coast. Allenby Gardens Primary School has served the community since 1926. Local shopping is centred on cafes and boutiques along Grange Road and the Allenby Gardens Shopping Complex. The suburb attracts a diverse, multicultural community with residents of Italian, Greek, Vietnamese and Indian heritage alongside Australian-born families.

Allenby Gardens falls under postcode 5009 and is governed by Charles Sturt Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the West Torrens electorate.

📍 Location

State
South Australia
Postcode
5009
Urban Area
Charles Sturt - Inner East
LGA / Council
Charles Sturt
Federal Electorate
Adelaide
State Electorate
West Torrens
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-34.90°, 138.55°
Statistical Area
Greater Adelaide
Area
0.83 km²
Elevation
19m

🏷️ Property Prices March quarter 2026

Median sale prices in Allenby Gardens for the March quarter 2026. Median house sale prices published by the Office of the Valuer-General SA (Adelaide metropolitan area).

🏡House
$1.2M
9 sales · YoY n/a

Source: Office of the Valuer-General SA — Metropolitan Median House Sales. Houses only — South Australia does not publish a unit/apartment series. Medians are for the latest quarter; year-on-year change is shown only where both quarters had at least 10 sales.

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$323
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,810
Avg Household Size
2.5 people
Median Age
40 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
4.5%

19 state housing + 17 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

West Croydon
1 km
12 min
Kilkenny
1.5 km
18 min

Bus Services

  • Adelaide Metro — CBD via Port Road/Grange Road 15-20 min

Commute to Adelaide CBD

Distance
4.7 km
By Train
12-15 min from West Croydon
By Bus
15-20 min
By Car (Peak)
15-20 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
10 min

🛣️ Linear Park Trail provides car-free cycling route to CBD

Walkability Walkable

Good local amenities on Grange Road; train station accessible

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,868
Census 2021
2,045
▲ 9.5% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$34,580
Personal Income 2021
$41,392
▲ 19.7% increase

2021 Census income breakdown

Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.

Personal
$41,392 / yr
$796/wk
Household
$90,064 / yr
$1732/wk
Family
$112,008 / yr
$2154/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,457
Born Overseas 542

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. India 88
  • 2. Italy 56
  • 3. Vietnam 44
  • 4. England 42
  • 5. Greece 42
  • 6. China 22
  • 7. New Zealand 19
  • 8. Poland 16
  • 9. Malaysia 14
  • 10. Brazil 8

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 511
Australian 487
Italian 350
Greek 253
Irish 135
Scottish 119
German 105
Chinese 76
Indian 61
Polish 52

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

867
Both parents born in Australia
849
Both parents born overseas
271
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
53.3%
No Religion
31.9%
Sikhism
3.2%
Buddhism
2.5%
Islam
2.4%
Hinduism
1.7%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
100 (4.9%)
5-14 years
210 (10.3%)
15-19 years
119 (5.8%)
20-24 years
138 (6.7%)
25-34 years
297 (14.5%)
35-44 years
254 (12.4%)
45-54 years
291 (14.2%)
55-64 years
266 (13.0%)
65-74 years
220 (10.8%)
75-84 years
103 (5.0%)
85+ years
39 (1.9%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Allenby Gardens known for? +

Allenby Gardens is a western suburb of Adelaide, located just 4.7 kilometres from the CBD within the City of Charles Sturt. With a population of around 2,000, this compact suburb was laid out in 1922 by State Town Planner Charles Reade.

How far is Allenby Gardens from Adelaide CBD? +

Allenby Gardens is approximately 4.7 km from Adelaide CBD. By car, the journey takes around 10 min off-peak and 15-20 min during peak hours.

Does Allenby Gardens have public transport? +

Allenby Gardens is served by West Croydon (1 km away) on the Outer Harbor/Grange Line. Bus services also connect to CBD via Port Road/Grange Road. The commute to Adelaide CBD takes approximately 10 min by car.

What is the population of Allenby Gardens? +

According to the 2021 Census, Allenby Gardens has a population of approximately 2,045 residents. It is a mid-sized suburb within the Charles Sturt (City).

Is Allenby Gardens a good place to live? +

Allenby Gardens offers a comfortable suburban lifestyle with access to local amenities and services. It suits a range of residents from families to retirees, depending on personal preferences for pace of life and proximity to urban centres.

What is the postcode for Allenby Gardens? +

The postcode for Allenby Gardens, SA is 5009.

What is the average income in Allenby Gardens? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Allenby Gardens is about $796 per week (around $41,400 per year). The median household income is $1,732 per week and the median family income is $2,154 per week.

What is the median house price in Allenby Gardens? +

As of March quarter 2026, the median house price is $1,196,500. Figures are based on Office of the Valuer-General SA — Metropolitan Median House Sales.

What is the age profile of Allenby Gardens? +

The median age in Allenby Gardens is 40. The largest age group is 25–34 (297 residents, around 15%). Around 21% of residents are under 20 and about 18% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

How much is rent in Allenby Gardens? +

In Allenby Gardens, the median weekly rent is $323, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,810 (2021 Census).