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Fairview Park

SA 5126 • Greater Adelaide

3,792
Population (2021)
$99,476
Median Household Income
2.59 km²
Area
$370/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlySuburbanEstablishedAffordableLeafy

About Fairview Park

Fairview Park is a family-oriented suburb located in Adelaide's north-eastern foothills, approximately 20 kilometres from the Adelaide CBD within the City of Tea Tree Gully council area. Sitting at an elevation of around 232 metres with an area of 2.6 square kilometres, it is part of the broader Greater Adelaide statistical area and the Tea Tree Gully urban precinct. With a 2021 population of 3,792 and a median age of 40, the suburb has a predominantly established, Australian-born community — around 79% of residents were born in Australia.

Fairview Park is a quiet, leafy residential suburb popular with families, evidenced by its high proportion of school-age children and married households. The area sits near Tea Tree Plaza, one of Adelaide's largest suburban shopping centres, offering easy access to retail, dining, and services. Residents benefit from Adelaide's O-Bahn busway — one of the world's fastest bus rapid transit systems — which connects the Tea Tree Gully corridor to Adelaide CBD in under 25 minutes. With good local schools and a safe, suburban character, Fairview Park appeals to families seeking affordability with reasonable city access.

Fairview Park falls under postcode 5126 and is governed by Tea Tree Gully Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Newland electorate.

📍 Location

State
South Australia
Postcode
5126
Urban Area
Tea Tree Gully
LGA / Council
Tea Tree Gully
Federal Electorate
Makin
State Electorate
Newland
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-34.80°, 138.73°
Statistical Area
Greater Adelaide
Area
2.59 km²
Elevation
232m

🏷️ Property Prices March quarter 2026

Median sale prices in Fairview Park for the March quarter 2026. Median house sale prices published by the Office of the Valuer-General SA (Adelaide metropolitan area).

🏡House
$905K
19 sales · ▲ 15.4% YoY

Source: Office of the Valuer-General SA — Metropolitan Median House Sales. Houses only — South Australia does not publish a unit/apartment series. Medians are for the latest quarter; year-on-year change is shown only where both quarters had at least 10 sales.

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$370
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,560
Avg Household Size
2.6 people
Median Age
40 years

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Adelaide Metro O-Bahn Routes (e.g., Route 500, 510) — Adelaide CBD (Grenfell Street Interchange) 20-25 min on O-Bahn from Tea Tree Plaza

Commute to Adelaide CBD

Distance
20 km
By Train
No direct train service; O-Bahn bus from Tea Tree Plaza to Adelaide CBD in ~25 min
By Car (Peak)
30-45 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
20-30 min

🛣️ O-Bahn busway from Tea Tree Plaza is the fastest public transport option; Main North East Road provides direct road access

Walkability Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car; local bus services available but suburb layout is oriented around private vehicle use

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,599
Census 2021
3,792
▲ 5.4% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$36,660
Personal Income 2021
$45,344
▲ 23.7% increase

2021 Census income breakdown

Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.

Personal
$45,344 / yr
$872/wk
Household
$99,476 / yr
$1913/wk
Family
$115,440 / yr
$2220/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,998
Born Overseas 711

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 394
  • 2. Scotland 33
  • 3. New Zealand 26
  • 4. South Africa 17
  • 5. Germany 16
  • 6. Italy 16
  • 7. India 15
  • 8. Wales 14
  • 9. Bangladesh 13
  • 10. Malta 12

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,954
Australian 1,500
Scottish 413
Irish 343
German 299
Italian 165
Dutch 95
Polish 70
Australian Aboriginal 49
Welsh 46

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,156
Both parents born in Australia
961
Both parents born overseas
585
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
53.8%
Christianity
40.2%
Buddhism
0.8%
Islam
0.6%
Sikhism
0.3%
Hinduism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
225 (5.9%)
5-14 years
448 (11.8%)
15-19 years
244 (6.4%)
20-24 years
204 (5.4%)
25-34 years
488 (12.9%)
35-44 years
512 (13.5%)
45-54 years
507 (13.4%)
55-64 years
400 (10.5%)
65-74 years
466 (12.3%)
75-84 years
251 (6.6%)
85+ years
52 (1.4%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Fairview Park known for? +

Fairview Park is known as an established family suburb near Golden Grove, with a quiet residential character, good parks, and well-regarded local schools. The suburb is close to Golden Grove Village Shopping Centre and the O-Bahn Busway.

How far is Fairview Park from Adelaide CBD? +

Fairview Park is approximately 20-22 kilometres north-east of the Adelaide CBD, with a bus journey of around 35-40 minutes via the O-Bahn Busway.

Does Fairview Park have public transport? +

Fairview Park is served by bus routes connecting to the O-Bahn Busway at Klemzig, providing fast dedicated bus services to the Adelaide CBD. Local bus routes also connect to Golden Grove Shopping Centre.

What is the population of Fairview Park? +

According to the 2021 Census, Fairview Park has a population of approximately 3,792 residents within the City of Tea Tree Gully local government area.

Is Fairview Park a good place to live? +

Fairview Park is a pleasant established suburb near Golden Grove, offering good schools, parks, and O-Bahn bus access to the Adelaide CBD. It suits families seeking a quiet north-east Adelaide lifestyle with good community facilities.

What is the postcode for Fairview Park? +

The postcode for Fairview Park is 5126.

What is the average income in Fairview Park? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Fairview Park is about $872 per week (around $45,300 per year). The median household income is $1,913 per week and the median family income is $2,220 per week.

What is the median house price in Fairview Park? +

As of March quarter 2026, the median house price is $905,000, up 15.4% year-on-year. Figures are based on Office of the Valuer-General SA — Metropolitan Median House Sales.

What is the age profile of Fairview Park? +

The median age in Fairview Park is 40. The largest age group is 35–44 (512 residents, around 14%). Around 24% of residents are under 20 and about 20% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

How much is rent in Fairview Park? +

In Fairview Park, the median weekly rent is $370, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,560 (2021 Census).