Happy Valley

SA 5159 • Greater Adelaide

11,420
Population (2021)
$40,196
Median Income
13.08 kmΒ²
Area
147m
Elevation
FoothillsFamily-FriendlyEstablishedNature Access

About Happy Valley

Happy Valley is an established suburb 18 kilometres south of Adelaide's CBD in the City of Onkaparinga. The suburb sits in the foothills, offering elevated living with views towards the coast. The Happy Valley Reservoir provides a scenic backdrop.

Hills proximity and family character define Happy Valleyβ€”bushland access, established homes, and strong community appeal to those seeking southern Adelaide lifestyle. The suburb attracts families and older residents who appreciate space and nature.

Happy Valley falls under postcode 5159 and is governed by Onkaparinga Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Davenport electorate.

πŸ“ Location

Postcode
5159
Urban Area
Onkaparinga - Central North
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-35.07Β°, 138.58Β°
Statistical Area
Greater Adelaide
Area
13.08 kmΒ²
Elevation
147m

πŸ›’ Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

πŸŽ“ Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$360
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,517
Avg Household Size
2.5 people
Median Age
42 years

πŸ‘₯ Demographics

Census 2016
11,219
Census 2021
11,420
1.8% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$34,996
Income 2021
$40,196
14.9% increase

Income Comparison

πŸ“Š Population: ABS Census 2021
πŸ’° Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 9,019
Born Overseas 2,125

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 945
  • 2. Scotland 97
  • 3. South Africa 88
  • 4. New Zealand 83
  • 5. India 73
  • 6. Netherlands 73
  • 7. Philippines 69
  • 8. Germany 53
  • 9. China 47
  • 10. Poland 34
  • 11. Wales 28
  • 12. United States 27
  • 13. Italy 25
  • 14. Ireland 23
  • 15. Malaysia 22

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 5,598
Australian 4,511
Scottish 1,212
Irish 1,027
German 1,007
Italian 303
Dutch 294
Chinese 137
Greek 132
Welsh 125

πŸ‘¨β€πŸ‘©β€πŸ‘§ Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

6,729
Both parents born in Australia
2,829
Both parents born overseas
1,565
One parent AU, one overseas

πŸ› Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
54.7%
Christianity
38.4%
Islam
0.6%
Buddhism
0.6%
Hinduism
0.4%
Sikhism
0.2%
Judaism
0.1%

πŸ“Š Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
634 (5.6%)
5-14 years
1,308 (11.5%)
15-19 years
674 (5.9%)
20-24 years
546 (4.8%)
25-34 years
1,356 (11.9%)
35-44 years
1,512 (13.2%)
45-54 years
1,397 (12.2%)
55-64 years
1,414 (12.4%)
65-74 years
1,544 (13.5%)
75-84 years
721 (6.3%)
85+ years
318 (2.8%)

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