Belair

SA 5052 • Greater Adelaide

4,718
Population (2021)
$50,804
Median Income
14.84 km²
Area
283m
Elevation

About Belair

Belair is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in South Australia, located within the Adelaide Hills (District Council) area. With a population of 4,718 and a median income of $50,804, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 14.84 km² at an elevation of 283m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Greater Adelaide.

Situated at an elevation of 283m, the suburb enjoys cooler temperatures and scenic views. The area features local parks, community facilities, and easy access to surrounding regions. Belair offers a balanced lifestyle with a mix of residential comfort and natural beauty.

Belair falls under postcode 5052 and is governed by Adelaide Hills Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Waite electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
5052
Urban Area
Adelaide Hills
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Urban
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-35.01°, 138.64°
Statistical Area
Greater Adelaide
Area
14.84 km²
Elevation
283m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$376
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,100
Avg Household Size
2.6 people
Median Age
47 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
4,411
Census 2021
4,718
7.0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$39,988
Income 2021
$50,804
27.0% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,528
Born Overseas 1,047

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 406
  • 2. China 54
  • 3. United States 50
  • 4. Scotland 48
  • 5. South Africa 45
  • 6. New Zealand 41
  • 7. Germany 36
  • 8. Netherlands 31
  • 9. India 27
  • 10. Canada 23
  • 11. Ireland 20
  • 12. Hong Kong 18
  • 13. Wales 18
  • 14. Iran 13
  • 15. Malaysia 12

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 2,219
Australian 1,703
Scottish 621
Irish 506
German 406
Italian 121
Chinese 110
Dutch 105
Greek 73
Polish 54

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,615
Both parents born in Australia
1,271
Both parents born overseas
660
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
56.2%
Christianity
36.5%
Buddhism
0.8%
Islam
0.3%
Hinduism
0.3%
Sikhism
0.2%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
219 (4.6%)
5-14 years
548 (11.6%)
15-19 years
307 (6.5%)
20-24 years
259 (5.5%)
25-34 years
314 (6.7%)
35-44 years
580 (12.3%)
45-54 years
685 (14.5%)
55-64 years
601 (12.7%)
65-74 years
601 (12.7%)
75-84 years
414 (8.8%)
85+ years
194 (4.1%)

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