Collinswood

SA 5081 • Greater Adelaide

1,496
Population (2021)
$52,624
Median Income
0.52 km²
Area
67m
Elevation

About Collinswood

Collinswood is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in South Australia, located within the Prospect (City) area. With a population of 1,496 and a median income of $52,624, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 0.52 km² at an elevation of 67m, 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. Collinswood combines affordability with quality of life.

Collinswood falls under postcode 5081 and is governed by Prospect Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Adelaide electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
5081
Urban Area
Prospect - Walkerville
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-34.89°, 138.61°
Statistical Area
Greater Adelaide
Area
0.52 km²
Elevation
67m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$300
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,077
Avg Household Size
2.4 people
Median Age
36 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,384
Census 2021
1,496
8.1% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$42,068
Income 2021
$52,624
25.1% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 962
Born Overseas 469

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. India 119
  • 2. England 62
  • 3. Nepal 35
  • 4. China 25
  • 5. Malaysia 18
  • 6. Vietnam 15
  • 7. Italy 13
  • 8. Bangladesh 12
  • 9. Sri Lanka 12
  • 10. Iran 10
  • 11. New Zealand 10
  • 12. Chile 9
  • 13. Pakistan 9
  • 14. Philippines 9
  • 15. Scotland 9

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 455
Australian 326
Italian 133
Irish 124
Scottish 124
Indian 117
German 88
Chinese 79
Greek 67
Vietnamese 31

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

602
Both parents born in Australia
651
Both parents born overseas
186
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
38.5%
No Religion
37.8%
Hinduism
8.6%
Buddhism
3.1%
Islam
2.2%
Sikhism
1.2%
Judaism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
80 (5.3%)
5-14 years
180 (12.0%)
15-19 years
85 (5.7%)
20-24 years
111 (7.4%)
25-34 years
262 (17.5%)
35-44 years
236 (15.8%)
45-54 years
174 (11.6%)
55-64 years
176 (11.8%)
65-74 years
115 (7.7%)
75-84 years
52 (3.5%)
85+ years
33 (2.2%)

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