Gilberton

SA 5081 • Greater Adelaide

1,528
Population (2021)
$55,328
Median Income
0.63 km²
Area
43m
Elevation

About Gilberton

Gilberton is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in South Australia, located within the Walkerville (Municipality) area. With a population of 1,528 and a median income of $55,328, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 0.63 km² at an elevation of 43m, 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. Gilberton combines affordability with quality of life.

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

📍 Location

Postcode
5081
Urban Area
Prospect - Walkerville
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-34.90°, 138.61°
Statistical Area
Greater Adelaide
Area
0.63 km²
Elevation
43m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$344
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,260
Avg Household Size
2 people
Median Age
43 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,441
Census 2021
1,528
6.0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$45,812
Income 2021
$55,328
20.8% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,004
Born Overseas 452

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 77
  • 2. China 43
  • 3. India 39
  • 4. Vietnam 25
  • 5. Malaysia 22
  • 6. New Zealand 20
  • 7. Italy 13
  • 8. Germany 12
  • 9. Philippines 12
  • 10. Ireland 9
  • 11. Poland 9
  • 12. South Africa 9
  • 13. United States 9
  • 14. Netherlands 8
  • 15. Sri Lanka 8

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 560
Australian 340
Scottish 165
Irish 152
German 108
Chinese 102
Italian 95
Indian 57
Greek 41
Vietnamese 36

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

666
Both parents born in Australia
598
Both parents born overseas
193
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
44.6%
Christianity
41.2%
Buddhism
2.9%
Hinduism
2.4%
Islam
1.6%
Sikhism
0.4%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
60 (3.9%)
5-14 years
113 (7.4%)
15-19 years
78 (5.1%)
20-24 years
100 (6.5%)
25-34 years
234 (15.3%)
35-44 years
210 (13.7%)
45-54 years
204 (13.4%)
55-64 years
190 (12.4%)
65-74 years
219 (14.3%)
75-84 years
98 (6.4%)
85+ years
47 (3.1%)

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