Glenelg South

SA 5045 • Greater Adelaide

2,184
Population (2021)
$46,228
Median Income
0.67 km²
Area
11m
Elevation

About Glenelg South

Glenelg South is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in South Australia, located within the Holdfast Bay (City) area. With a population of 2,184 and a median income of $46,228, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 0.67 km² at an elevation of 11m, 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. Glenelg South combines affordability with quality of life.

Glenelg South 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
-34.99°, 138.52°
Statistical Area
Greater Adelaide
Area
0.67 km²
Elevation
11m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$340
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,000
Avg Household Size
2 people
Median Age
52 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,239
Census 2021
2,184
2.5% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$41,600
Income 2021
$46,228
11.1% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,606
Born Overseas 519

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 179
  • 2. Brazil 34
  • 3. India 27
  • 4. Germany 21
  • 5. New Zealand 19
  • 6. Scotland 18
  • 7. United States 16
  • 8. Canada 14
  • 9. Italy 13
  • 10. Philippines 12
  • 11. Greece 9
  • 12. Netherlands 8
  • 13. Wales 8
  • 14. Iran 7
  • 15. Ireland 7

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 988
Australian 692
Irish 282
Scottish 239
German 186
Italian 112
Greek 50
Dutch 32
Welsh 26
Chinese 24

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,257
Both parents born in Australia
612
Both parents born overseas
251
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
46.5%
Christianity
45.6%
Hinduism
0.9%
Buddhism
0.6%
Sikhism
0.6%
Islam
0.4%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
55 (2.5%)
5-14 years
156 (7.1%)
15-19 years
102 (4.7%)
20-24 years
103 (4.7%)
25-34 years
239 (10.9%)
35-44 years
226 (10.3%)
45-54 years
259 (11.9%)
55-64 years
332 (15.2%)
65-74 years
342 (15.7%)
75-84 years
218 (10.0%)
85+ years
148 (6.8%)

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