What is Highbury known for?

Highbury is known for its leafy suburban character at the foothills edge of Adelaide's north-east, with established family homes, parks, and proximity to the natural bushland reserves of the Mount Lofty Ranges. The suburb is popular with families and those seeking a greener Adelaide lifestyle.

How far is Highbury from Adelaide CBD?

Highbury is approximately 14-16 kilometres north-east of the Adelaide CBD, with a bus journey of around 30-35 minutes via the O-Bahn Busway.

Does Highbury have public transport?

Highbury is served by bus routes connecting to the O-Bahn Busway at Klemzig, providing fast dedicated bus services to the Adelaide CBD.

What is the population of Highbury?

According to the 2021 Census, Highbury has a population of approximately 6,956 residents within the City of Tea Tree Gully local government area.

Is Highbury a good place to live?

Highbury is a desirable north-east suburb at the hills foothills edge, offering leafy streets, excellent family amenities, and O-Bahn bus access to the CBD. It suits families who want a semi-rural feel with access to both the city and the Adelaide Hills.

What is the postcode for Highbury?

The postcode for Highbury is 5089.

What is the average income in Highbury?

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Highbury is about $856 per week (around $44,500 per year). The median household income is $2,038 per week and the median family income is $2,305 per week.

What is the median house price in Highbury?

As of March quarter 2026, the median house price is $1,185,000, up 39.4% year-on-year. Figures are based on Office of the Valuer-General SA — Metropolitan Median House Sales.

What is the age profile of Highbury?

The median age in Highbury is 41. The largest age group is 45–54 (979 residents, around 14%). Around 25% of residents are under 20 and about 20% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

How much is rent in Highbury?

In Highbury, the median weekly rent is $369, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,733 (2021 Census).

Highbury

SA 5089 • Greater Adelaide

6,956

Population (2021)

$105,976

Median Household Income

4.33 km²

Area

$369/wk

Median Rent

Family-FriendlyLeafyEstablishedMulticulturalHillside

About Highbury

Highbury is a well-established suburban locality in Adelaide's north-east, perched at approximately 150 metres elevation within the City of Tea Tree Gully. Home to 6,956 residents, the suburb lies roughly 14 kilometres from the Adelaide CBD and is part of the Greater Adelaide statistical area. With a median household income of $2,038 per week and a median age of 41, Highbury is a comfortable, middle-to-upper income suburb characterised by detached family homes and established streetscapes. The community has a notably strong family orientation, with an average household size of 2.7 and a significant proportion of couples with children.

Highbury's hillside setting offers leafy surrounds and pleasant views, with the Adelaide Hills providing easy access to bushwalking and outdoor recreation just beyond the suburb's eastern edge. The area has a strong multicultural character, particularly its sizeable Italian community, which reflects broader migration patterns across Adelaide's north-eastern suburbs. Local amenities include a range of primary and secondary schools — both government and Catholic — and nearby Tea Tree Plaza provides a major retail and services hub. Residents also enjoy bus connections to the Adelaide CBD, making Highbury a well-connected and appealing choice for families who value space, greenery, and community spirit.

Highbury falls under postcode 5089 and is governed by Tea Tree Gully Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Morialta electorate.

📍 Location

State

South Australia

Postcode

5089

Urban Area

Tea Tree Gully

LGA / Council

Tea Tree Gully

Federal Electorate

Sturt

State Electorate

Morialta

Type

Major Urban

Timezone

Adelaide (UTC+9:30)

Coordinates

-34.85°, 138.70°

Statistical Area

Greater Adelaide

Area

4.33 km²

Elevation

150m

🏷️ Property Prices March quarter 2026

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

🏡House

$1.19M

15 sales · ▲ 39.4% YoY

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)

$369

Median Mortgage (monthly)

$1,733

Avg Household Size

2.7 people

Median Age

41 years

Social Housing (% of dwellings)

0.3%

7 state housing + 0 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Paradise

2.5 km

N/A

Bus Services

O-Bahn Route 540, 541, 542 — Adelaide CBD (King William Street) via O-Bahn Busway 20-30 min

Commute to Adelaide CBD

Distance

12 km

By Train

No rail service; O-Bahn rapid transit bus provides fast access to CBD

By Car (Peak)

20-35 min

By Car (Off-Peak)

14-22 min

🛣️ Eastern suburb near Tea Tree Plaza; the O-Bahn Busway provides rapid transit to the CBD without rail

Walkability Car-Dependent

Highbury is a residential suburb where a car is required for most errands, though O-Bahn buses provide good CBD access

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

No schools listed for this postcode.

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016

6,586

Census 2021

6,956

▲ 5.6% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016

$37,752

Personal Income 2021

$44,512

▲ 17.9% 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

$44,512 / yr

$856/wk

Household

$105,976 / yr

$2038/wk

Family

$119,860 / yr

$2305/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 5,202

Born Overseas 1,589

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

1. England 360
2. Italy 155
3. India 115
4. South Africa 65
5. China 62
6. Germany 61
7. Malaysia 52
8. Scotland 50
9. Poland 43
10. Iran 40
11. South Korea 34
12. Philippines 34
13. New Zealand 32
14. Netherlands 27
15. Lebanon 26

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 2,568

Australian 2,208

Italian 1,037

German 558

Scottish 538

Irish 488

Chinese 166

Indian 159

Greek 156

Polish 151

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

3,385

Both parents born in Australia

2,390

Both parents born overseas

994

One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity

50.7%

No Religion

39.3%

Islam

2.0%

Hinduism

1.1%

Sikhism

0.9%

Buddhism

0.9%

Judaism

0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years

370 (5.3%)

5-14 years

877 (12.6%)

15-19 years

481 (6.9%)

20-24 years

409 (5.9%)

25-34 years

736 (10.6%)

35-44 years

876 (12.6%)

45-54 years

979 (14.1%)

55-64 years

866 (12.4%)

65-74 years

819 (11.8%)

75-84 years

447 (6.4%)

85+ years

91 (1.3%)