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Brown Hill Creek

SA 5062 • South Australia

71
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
6.94 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
LeafyBushlandEstablishedQuietSuburban
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About Brown Hill Creek

Brown Hill Creek is a small residential locality on the southern fringe of metropolitan Adelaide, located approximately 8 kilometres south-east of the Adelaide CBD within the City of Mitcham local government area. Named after the creek of the same name — known to the Kaurna people as Wirraparinga, meaning 'creek and scrub place' — the suburb was gazetted in 1991 and sits at the foothills of the Mount Lofty Ranges. With a 2021 Census population of 71 residents across around 23 dwellings, Brown Hill Creek is one of Adelaide's most intimate locality pockets, with a median postcode tax income of approximately $54,486.

The locality is defined by its proximity to Brownhill Creek Recreation Park, a 52-hectare heritage parkland established in 1915 that features walking trails, picnic grounds, and ancient river red gums estimated to be over 300 years old. The creek valley provides a natural bushland corridor running through the southern suburbs, linking the Adelaide Hills to the metropolitan area. Residents enjoy the tranquillity of a semi-rural setting while remaining within easy reach of the shopping and dining precinct at Mitcham Village, and are well-served by metropolitan bus routes along Belair Road.

Brown Hill Creek falls under postcode 5062 and is governed by the Mitcham Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Boothby, while state elections fall under the Waite electorate.

📍 Location

State
South Australia
Postcode
5062
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Mitcham
Federal Electorate
Boothby
State Electorate
Waite
Type
Locality
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-35.00°, 138.60°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
6.94 km²
Population Density
10 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 5062

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 5062, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$54,486
Median 2023–24
$66,929
▲ 22.8% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$102,353

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 5062; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Mitcham Station
1.5 km
18 min

Bus Services

  • Route 190B — Adelaide City (via Unley Rd and Belair Rd) 25-35 min

Commute to Adelaide CBD

Distance
8 km
By Train
Approx. 20 min from Mitcham Station via Belair Line
By Car (Peak)
20-30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
12-18 min

🛣️ Close to Belair Road and Cross Road arterials; Mitcham Station is the nearest rail access point

Walkability Car-Dependent

Limited local amenities; most errands require driving to Mitcham Village or nearby shopping centres

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
71
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Brown Hill Creek known for? +

Brown Hill Creek is best known for the Brownhill Creek Recreation Park, a 52-hectare heritage park established in 1915 that features ancient river red gums, walking trails, picnic areas, and a caravan park. The locality takes its name from the creek that flows through the Adelaide foothills, which carries the Kaurna name Wirraparinga.

How far is Brown Hill Creek from Adelaide CBD? +

Brown Hill Creek is approximately 8 kilometres south-east of the Adelaide CBD, making it around a 12 to 30-minute drive depending on traffic conditions.

Does Brown Hill Creek have public transport? +

Brown Hill Creek is served by the Route 190B Adelaide Metro bus along Belair Road, and Mitcham Station on the Belair Line is approximately 1.5 kilometres away. The suburb has reasonable access to the broader Adelaide Metro network for commuting to the city.

What is the population of Brown Hill Creek? +

According to the 2021 Census, Brown Hill Creek had a population of 71 residents, making it a very small residential locality within the City of Mitcham.

Is Brown Hill Creek a good place to live? +

Brown Hill Creek offers a quiet, bushland-fringe lifestyle within easy reach of Adelaide's southern suburbs, appealing to those who value natural open space and proximity to the Brownhill Creek Recreation Park. It is best suited to those comfortable with car dependency for everyday errands, given its small size and limited local services.

What is the postcode for Brown Hill Creek? +

The postcode for Brown Hill Creek, South Australia is 5062, which it shares with the nearby suburb of Mitcham.