Elizabeth Downs
SA 5113 • Greater Adelaide
About Elizabeth Downs
Elizabeth Downs is a residential suburb in Adelaide's northern corridor, approximately 27 kilometres from the CBD within the City of Playford. With around 5,160 residents across 3.15 square kilometres, it forms part of the broader Elizabeth area developed in the 1950s-60s as a planned satellite city. The suburb offers affordable housing options and has undergone urban renewal efforts in recent years to revitalise community facilities.
The area provides essential amenities with nearby Elizabeth City Centre offering major retail and services. Residents have access to local schools, parks, and sporting facilities. The Gawler railway line connects commuters to Adelaide's CBD. Elizabeth Downs attracts first-home buyers, young families, and renters seeking affordable housing in a improving area. Community programs and recent infrastructure investments aim to strengthen local opportunities and neighbourhood appeal.
Elizabeth Downs falls under postcode 5113 and is governed by Playford Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Elizabeth electorate.
Location
Supermarkets Nearby
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Schools
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Heard Street
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141 Woodford Road
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15 Turner Road
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23 Crafter Street
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Mavros Road
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50 Yorktown Road
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Oldford St
Housing Costs 2021 Census
Demographics
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Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. England 353
- 2. Afghanistan 57
- 3. Scotland 38
- 4. Philippines 34
- 5. New Zealand 31
- 6. Netherlands 24
- 7. Germany 22
- 8. Iran 21
- 9. Cambodia 20
- 10. Myanmar 20
- 11. Wales 11
- 12. India 10
- 13. Ireland 10
- 14. United States 10
- 15. Vietnam 10
Ancestry 2021 Census
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