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Gilles Plains

SA 5086 • Greater Adelaide

4,101
Population (2021)
$75,192
Median Household Income
1.76 km²
Area
$295/wk
Median Rent
AffordableMulticulturalSuburbanAdelaide North-EastEstablished

About Gilles Plains

Gilles Plains is a suburb in the north-eastern suburbs of Adelaide, South Australia, approximately 10 kilometres from the Adelaide CBD. It has a population of around 4,101 (2021 census) and falls within the City of Port Adelaide Enfield and City of Tea Tree Gully local government areas. Named after Colonial Treasurer Osmond Gilles, the suburb has a rich agricultural history as a former hay-growing area.

Gilles Plains offers affordable housing options and is home to a diverse, multicultural community. The suburb features local parks, community facilities, and the TAFE SA Gilles Plains campus. Grand Junction Road runs along its southern boundary providing good road connectivity, while nearby Greenacres and Windsor Gardens offer additional shopping and dining options.

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

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📍 Location

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

🏷️ Property Prices March quarter 2026

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

🏡House
$915K
6 sales · YoY n/a

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)
$295
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,536
Avg Household Size
2.6 people
Median Age
36 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
16.7%

213 state housing + 40 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • 225, 228 — Adelaide CBD via Prospect Road 30-40 min
  • 250, 252 — Tea Tree Plaza via Sudholz Road 15-25 min
  • J1, J2 — Modbury via Grand Junction Road 10-20 min

Commute to Adelaide CBD

Distance
10 km
By Bus
30-40 min
By Car (Peak)
20-30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
15-20 min

🛣️ No nearby train station; bus services via O-Bahn interchange at Modbury or direct bus routes to CBD

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Some amenities accessible on foot along Grand Junction Road, but most errands require a car or bus.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

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

🎓 Schools

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

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

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$25,584
Personal Income 2021
$35,256
▲ 37.8% 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
$35,256 / yr
$678/wk
Household
$75,192 / yr
$1446/wk
Family
$92,872 / yr
$1786/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

📊 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

🧬 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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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Gilles Plains known for? +

Gilles Plains is known as an affordable inner north-east suburb of Adelaide with a multicultural community and established housing stock. The suburb has good bus connections to the O-Bahn Busway and the Adelaide CBD.

How far is Gilles Plains from Adelaide CBD? +

Gilles Plains is approximately 10-12 kilometres north-east of the Adelaide CBD, with a bus journey of around 25-30 minutes to the city centre.

Does Gilles Plains have public transport? +

Gilles Plains is served by bus routes connecting to the O-Bahn Busway at Klemzig and the Adelaide CBD. The O-Bahn provides fast bus services to the city from nearby Hillcrest.

What is the population of Gilles Plains? +

According to the 2021 Census, Gilles Plains has a population of approximately 4,101 residents within the City of Port Adelaide Enfield local government area.

Is Gilles Plains a good place to live? +

Gilles Plains offers affordable suburban living in Adelaide's inner north-east with good O-Bahn bus access to the CBD. It suits families and multicultural communities seeking value close to the city.

What is the postcode for Gilles Plains? +

The postcode for Gilles Plains is 5086.

What is the average income in Gilles Plains? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Gilles Plains is about $678 per week (around $35,300 per year). The median household income is $1,446 per week and the median family income is $1,786 per week.

What is the median house price in Gilles Plains? +

As of March quarter 2026, the median house price is $915,000. Figures are based on Office of the Valuer-General SA — Metropolitan Median House Sales.

What is the age profile of Gilles Plains? +

The median age in Gilles Plains is 36. The largest age group is 35–44 (684 residents, around 17%). Around 24% of residents are under 20 and about 14% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

How much is rent in Gilles Plains? +

In Gilles Plains, the median weekly rent is $295, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,536 (2021 Census).