Glenelg North

SA 5045 • Greater Adelaide

6,594
Population (2021)
$49,400
Median Income
2.76 km²
Area
8m
Elevation
CoastalFamily-FriendlyWell-ConnectedBeachsideLifestyle

About Glenelg North

Glenelg North is a coastal suburb in the City of Holdfast Bay, located approximately 10 kilometres southwest of Adelaide's CBD. With a population of around 6,600, it sits adjacent to the popular Glenelg beachfront precinct. The suburb features a mix of older character homes and modern apartment developments, with a diverse demographic including families, professionals, and retirees attracted to the beachside lifestyle.

Residents benefit from proximity to Glenelg's Jetty Road dining and shopping strip, Holdfast Shores marina, and kilometres of sandy coastline. The suburb is well-served by Adelaide's iconic Glenelg tram line, providing a direct connection to the CBD. Local parks, schools, and the Patawalonga waterway add to its appeal for those seeking a relaxed coastal lifestyle with excellent urban amenities.

Glenelg North falls under postcode 5045 and is governed by Holdfast Bay Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Morphett electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
5045
Urban Area
Holdfast Bay
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-34.97°, 138.52°
Statistical Area
Greater Adelaide
Area
2.76 km²
Elevation
8m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Glenelg Tram Stop
0.8 km
10 min
Glenelg North Tram Stop
0.3 km
4 min

Bus Services

  • 265, 245 — Marion Shopping Centre / CBD 20-30 min
  • H30 — Adelaide CBD via Anzac Hwy 20-25 min

Commute to Adelaide CBD

Distance
10 km
By Train
30 min (Glenelg tram)
By Bus
20-30 min
By Car (Peak)
20-30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
15-20 min

🛣️ The Glenelg tram provides reliable, frequent service directly to the CBD via Jetty Road and Anzac Highway.

Walkability Very Walkable

Flat terrain with good footpaths to Glenelg's Jetty Road shops, beach, and tram stops. Most daily needs are accessible on foot.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$320
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,950
Avg Household Size
2.2 people
Median Age
43 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
6,254
Census 2021
6,594
5.4% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$41,080
Income 2021
$49,400
20.3% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,726
Born Overseas 1,644

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 475
  • 2. India 121
  • 3. New Zealand 64
  • 4. Scotland 63
  • 5. Brazil 60
  • 6. China 48
  • 7. Nepal 47
  • 8. Germany 44
  • 9. Italy 40
  • 10. South Africa 40
  • 11. Philippines 39
  • 12. United States 38
  • 13. Pakistan 25
  • 14. Hong Kong 23
  • 15. Ireland 23

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 2,744
Australian 2,005
Irish 732
Scottish 669
German 520
Italian 387
Greek 185
Chinese 155
Indian 117
Dutch 98

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

3,459
Both parents born in Australia
2,080
Both parents born overseas
837
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
46.7%
Christianity
43.9%
Hinduism
1.6%
Buddhism
1.2%
Islam
0.8%
Sikhism
0.7%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
327 (5.0%)
5-14 years
594 (9.0%)
15-19 years
313 (4.7%)
20-24 years
365 (5.5%)
25-34 years
933 (14.1%)
35-44 years
904 (13.7%)
45-54 years
807 (12.2%)
55-64 years
924 (14.0%)
65-74 years
837 (12.7%)
75-84 years
428 (6.5%)
85+ years
154 (2.3%)

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