Burton

SA 5110 • Greater Adelaide

6,519
Population (2021)
$33,956
Median Income
6.10 km²
Area
16m
Elevation

About Burton

Burton is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in South Australia, located within the Salisbury (City) area. With a population of 6,519 and a median income of $33,956, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 6.10 km² at an elevation of 16m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Greater Adelaide.

As part of Greater Adelaide, the suburb offers excellent value and a relaxed South Australian lifestyle. Residents enjoy access to local amenities, wine regions, and beautiful beaches within easy reach. Burton combines affordability with quality of life.

Burton falls under postcode 5110 and is governed by Salisbury Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Ramsay electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
5110
Urban Area
Salisbury - West
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-34.74°, 138.60°
Statistical Area
Greater Adelaide
Area
6.10 km²
Elevation
16m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$310
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,312
Avg Household Size
3.1 people
Median Age
33 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
6,346
Census 2021
6,519
2.7% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$30,472
Income 2021
$33,956
11.4% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,266
Born Overseas 2,053

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Vietnam 339
  • 2. Cambodia 276
  • 3. England 187
  • 4. Afghanistan 153
  • 5. Philippines 130
  • 6. India 113
  • 7. Pakistan 49
  • 8. Thailand 48
  • 9. Poland 42
  • 10. New Zealand 34
  • 11. Myanmar 31
  • 12. Nepal 30
  • 13. Iran 25
  • 14. Italy 23
  • 15. Scotland 22

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 1,931
English 1,885
Vietnamese 457
Scottish 301
German 262
Irish 256
Italian 234
Filipino 178
Australian Aboriginal 167
Chinese 158

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,539
Both parents born in Australia
3,055
Both parents born overseas
689
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
41.6%
Christianity
31.5%
Buddhism
12.7%
Islam
6.1%
Hinduism
2.1%
Sikhism
1.0%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
486 (7.5%)
5-14 years
1,096 (16.8%)
15-19 years
460 (7.1%)
20-24 years
391 (6.0%)
25-34 years
965 (14.8%)
35-44 years
1,040 (16.0%)
45-54 years
770 (11.8%)
55-64 years
701 (10.8%)
65-74 years
396 (6.1%)
75-84 years
137 (2.1%)
85+ years
85 (1.3%)

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