Highgate

SA 5063 • Greater Adelaide

1,504
Population (2021)
$51,376
Median Income
0.56 km²
Area
73m
Elevation

About Highgate

Highgate is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in South Australia, located within the Unley (City) area. With a population of 1,504 and a median income of $51,376, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 0.56 km² at an elevation of 73m, 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. Highgate combines affordability with quality of life.

Highgate falls under postcode 5063 and is governed by Unley Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Unley electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
5063
Urban Area
Unley
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-34.96°, 138.62°
Statistical Area
Greater Adelaide
Area
0.56 km²
Elevation
73m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$360
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,009
Avg Household Size
2.6 people
Median Age
41 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,645
Census 2021
1,504
8.6% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$39,832
Income 2021
$51,376
29.0% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,100
Born Overseas 374

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. China 100
  • 2. England 45
  • 3. Malaysia 28
  • 4. India 20
  • 5. Singapore 11
  • 6. Vietnam 11
  • 7. Sri Lanka 10
  • 8. New Zealand 9
  • 9. United States 9
  • 10. Philippines 8
  • 11. South Africa 8
  • 12. Hong Kong 7
  • 13. Germany 6
  • 14. Italy 6
  • 15. South Korea 6

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 587
Australian 479
Chinese 188
Scottish 152
Irish 140
German 112
Italian 87
Greek 39
Dutch 20
Indian 20

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

779
Both parents born in Australia
497
Both parents born overseas
205
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
46.9%
Christianity
43.8%
Buddhism
3.3%
Hinduism
1.3%
Sikhism
0.7%
Islam
0.3%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
58 (3.9%)
5-14 years
209 (13.9%)
15-19 years
113 (7.5%)
20-24 years
96 (6.4%)
25-34 years
140 (9.3%)
35-44 years
195 (13.0%)
45-54 years
224 (14.9%)
55-64 years
191 (12.7%)
65-74 years
151 (10.0%)
75-84 years
92 (6.1%)
85+ years
32 (2.1%)

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