Gilles Plains

SA 5086 • Greater Adelaide

4,101
Population (2021)
$35,256
Median Income
1.76 km²
Area
98m
Elevation

About Gilles Plains

Gilles Plains is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in South Australia, located within the Port Adelaide Enfield (City) area. With a population of 4,101 and a median income of $35,256, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 1.76 km² at an elevation of 98m, 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. Gilles Plains combines affordability with quality of life.

Gilles Plains falls under postcode 5086 and is governed by Port Adelaide Enfield Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Torrens electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
5086
Urban Area
Port Adelaide - Enfield - East
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-34.85°, 138.66°
Statistical Area
Greater Adelaide
Area
1.76 km²
Elevation
98m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Woolworths
    575 North East Road Gilles Plains 5086 SA
  • ALDI
    Sudholz Road, North East Road Cnr, Gilles Plains SA 5086

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$295
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,536
Avg Household Size
2.6 people
Median Age
36 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,576
Census 2021
4,101
14.7% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$25,584
Income 2021
$35,256
37.8% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,183
Born Overseas 1,724

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. India 452
  • 2. China 126
  • 3. England 115
  • 4. Philippines 92
  • 5. Sri Lanka 83
  • 6. Bangladesh 74
  • 7. Afghanistan 52
  • 8. Vietnam 50
  • 9. Pakistan 49
  • 10. Malaysia 39
  • 11. Nepal 39
  • 12. Iran 36
  • 13. Hong Kong 34
  • 14. Italy 31
  • 15. Iraq 22

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 922
Australian 903
Indian 370
Italian 244
Chinese 230
Scottish 195
German 173
Irish 166
Filipino 116
Australian Aboriginal 82

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,242
Both parents born in Australia
2,291
Both parents born overseas
349
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
33.7%
No Religion
29.6%
Islam
12.1%
Hinduism
8.3%
Sikhism
3.9%
Buddhism
3.5%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
266 (6.5%)
5-14 years
506 (12.3%)
15-19 years
203 (5.0%)
20-24 years
279 (6.8%)
25-34 years
674 (16.4%)
35-44 years
684 (16.7%)
45-54 years
486 (11.9%)
55-64 years
405 (9.9%)
65-74 years
339 (8.3%)
75-84 years
187 (4.6%)
85+ years
67 (1.6%)

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