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Holden Hill

SA 5088 • Greater Adelaide

3,716
Population (2021)
$70,876
Median Household Income
1.89 km²
Area
$300/wk
Median Rent
Well-ConnectedAffordableMulticulturalGrowth SuburbSuburban

About Holden Hill

Holden Hill is a well-located residential suburb approximately 10 kilometres north-east of the Adelaide CBD, within the City of Port Adelaide Enfield. With a population of around 3,716 (2021 Census), it experienced strong growth of 12.7% between 2016 and 2021. The suburb features a mix of established homes and newer developments, with a diverse, multicultural community. Known as the home of the SA Police Complex (Holden Hill Police Station), the suburb benefits from its strategic position near the O-Bahn busway, one of Adelaide's fastest public transport corridors.

Holden Hill offers an excellent balance of suburban convenience and city accessibility. With nine parks covering nearly 10% of its area, residents enjoy ample green space for recreation. The suburb is close to Tea Tree Plaza shopping centre (5 minutes by car) and the Modbury Hospital. The O-Bahn provides rapid transit to the Adelaide CBD in around 20 minutes, making it popular with commuters. It's well-suited for young families, professionals, and downsizers looking for an affordable, well-connected suburb in Adelaide's north-eastern corridor.

Holden Hill falls under postcode 5088 and is governed by Port Adelaide Enfield Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Torrens electorate.

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📍 Location

State
South Australia
Postcode
5088
Urban Area
Port Adelaide - Enfield - East
LGA / Council
Port Adelaide Enfield
Federal Electorate
Sturt
State Electorate
Torrens
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-34.85°, 138.67°
Statistical Area
Greater Adelaide
Area
1.89 km²
Elevation
100m

🏷️ Property Prices March quarter 2026

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

🏡House
$943K
15 sales · ▲ 22.4% 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)
$300
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,500
Avg Household Size
2.4 people
Median Age
37 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
9.6%

119 state housing + 22 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Klemzig O-Bahn Interchange
3 km
36 min
Paradise O-Bahn Interchange
2.5 km
30 min
Tea Tree Plaza O-Bahn Interchange
3.5 km
42 min

Bus Services

  • Route 503 — Tea Tree Plaza to City via Holden Hill 25-30 min to CBD
  • O-Bahn services (various J1, J2, J7, J8) — Adelaide CBD via O-Bahn busway 15-20 min from Paradise Interchange
  • Route 174, 178 — Payneham, Paradise, local connections 10-15 min

Commute to Adelaide CBD

Distance
11 km
By Train
N/A (no train station – use O-Bahn bus rapid transit)
By Bus
20-25 min via O-Bahn
By Car (Peak)
20-25 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
15 min

🛣️ The O-Bahn busway is one of Adelaide's fastest public transport options, providing express services to the CBD. Holden Hill is well-served by feeder bus routes to O-Bahn interchanges.

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Holden Hill has reasonable walkability in its central areas with local shops and parks accessible on foot. The Grand Junction Road corridor provides some services, though most major shopping requires a short drive.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,296
Census 2021
3,716
▲ 12.7% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$28,652
Personal Income 2021
$36,712
▲ 28.1% 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
$36,712 / yr
$706/wk
Household
$70,876 / yr
$1363/wk
Family
$86,892 / yr
$1671/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,204
Born Overseas 1,355

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. India 422
  • 2. England 133
  • 3. Philippines 75
  • 4. Sri Lanka 74
  • 5. China 70
  • 6. Italy 44
  • 7. Germany 32
  • 8. Nepal 31
  • 9. Vietnam 30
  • 10. Poland 28

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,016
Australian 862
Indian 366
Italian 338
German 237
Irish 214
Scottish 208
Chinese 121
Greek 102
Filipino 97

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,328
Both parents born in Australia
1,841
Both parents born overseas
386
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
37.4%
No Religion
33.1%
Hinduism
9.0%
Islam
5.8%
Sikhism
5.5%
Buddhism
3.0%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
253 (6.8%)
5-14 years
398 (10.7%)
15-19 years
165 (4.4%)
20-24 years
244 (6.6%)
25-34 years
616 (16.6%)
35-44 years
633 (17.0%)
45-54 years
440 (11.8%)
55-64 years
398 (10.7%)
65-74 years
314 (8.4%)
75-84 years
198 (5.3%)
85+ years
70 (1.9%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Holden Hill known for? +

Holden Hill is a well-located residential suburb approximately 10 kilometres north-east of the Adelaide CBD, within the City of Port Adelaide Enfield. With a population of around 3,716 (2021 Census), it experienced strong growth of 12.7% between 2016 and 2021.

How far is Holden Hill from Adelaide CBD? +

Holden Hill is approximately 11 km from Adelaide CBD. By car, the journey takes around 15 min off-peak and 20-25 min during peak hours.

Does Holden Hill have public transport? +

Holden Hill is served by Klemzig O-Bahn Interchange (3 km away) on the O-Bahn Busway – rapid transit to Adelaide CBD. Bus services also connect to Tea Tree Plaza to City via Holden Hill. The commute to Adelaide CBD takes approximately 15 min by car.

What is the population of Holden Hill? +

According to the 2021 Census, Holden Hill has a population of approximately 3,716 residents. It is a mid-sized suburb within the Port Adelaide Enfield (City).

Is Holden Hill a good place to live? +

Holden Hill offers affordable housing options and practical suburban living, making it a good choice for first home buyers, families, and those on a budget who still want access to regional amenities.

What is the postcode for Holden Hill? +

The postcode for Holden Hill, SA is 5088.

What is the average income in Holden Hill? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Holden Hill is about $706 per week (around $36,700 per year). The median household income is $1,363 per week and the median family income is $1,671 per week.

What is the median house price in Holden Hill? +

As of March quarter 2026, the median house price is $942,750, up 22.4% year-on-year. Figures are based on Office of the Valuer-General SA — Metropolitan Median House Sales.

What is the age profile of Holden Hill? +

The median age in Holden Hill is 37. The largest age group is 35–44 (633 residents, around 17%). Around 22% of residents are under 20 and about 16% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

How much is rent in Holden Hill? +

In Holden Hill, the median weekly rent is $300, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,500 (2021 Census).