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Hope Valley

SA 5090 • Greater Adelaide

8,184
Population (2021)
$66,040
Median Household Income
5.05 km²
Area
$320/wk
Median Rent
EstablishedQuietRetiree-HavenSuburbanAffordable

About Hope Valley

Hope Valley is a hilly suburban locality situated approximately 14 kilometres north-east of Adelaide's CBD, within the City of Tea Tree Gully. The suburb has a population of 8,184 and sits at an elevation of around 140 metres on the foothills fringe of Greater Adelaide. With a median age of 46 and a median household income of $1,270 per week, Hope Valley skews older than many metropolitan suburbs and has a well-established, predominantly Anglo-Australian community.

The suburb benefits from its position near Tea Tree Gully's local amenities and is close to the Golden Grove shopping precinct and Tea Tree Plaza major retail centre. Hope Valley Reservoir, a scenic local landmark, adds to the suburb's pleasant outlook and provides walking opportunities for residents. The area is characterised by quiet, established streets and detached family homes, attracting retirees, long-term residents, and families who appreciate the relative affordability and peaceful environment on Adelaide's north-eastern fringe.

Hope Valley falls under postcode 5090 and is governed by Tea Tree Gully Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Newland electorate.

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📍 Location

State
South Australia
Postcode
5090
Urban Area
Tea Tree Gully
LGA / Council
Tea Tree Gully
Federal Electorate
Sturt
State Electorate
Newland
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-34.85°, 138.70°
Statistical Area
Greater Adelaide
Area
5.05 km²
Elevation
140m

🏷️ Property Prices March quarter 2026

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

🏡House
$940K
23 sales · ▲ 17.5% 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)
$320
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,517
Avg Household Size
2.3 people
Median Age
46 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
2.1%

43 state housing + 27 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Tea Tree Plaza
3 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • O-Bahn Route 540, 541 — Adelaide CBD (King William Street) via O-Bahn 22-32 min
  • Route 520, 521 — Tea Tree Plaza / Modbury 8-18 min

Commute to Adelaide CBD

Distance
14 km
By Train
No rail service; O-Bahn rapid transit bus from nearby Tea Tree Plaza provides fast CBD access
By Car (Peak)
22-38 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
16-24 min

🛣️ Eastern suburb in Tea Tree Gully Council; Hancock Road and North East Road provide arterial access

Walkability Car-Dependent

Hope Valley is a residential eastern suburb where a car is needed for most errands, with O-Bahn buses providing good CBD connections

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
7,887
Census 2021
8,184
▲ 3.8% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$27,820
Personal Income 2021
$34,216
▲ 23.0% 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
$34,216 / yr
$658/wk
Household
$66,040 / yr
$1270/wk
Family
$89,180 / yr
$1715/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 5,685
Born Overseas 2,225

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 592
  • 2. India 332
  • 3. Italy 136
  • 4. China 90
  • 5. Germany 81
  • 6. Scotland 75
  • 7. Philippines 52
  • 8. New Zealand 50
  • 9. Netherlands 46
  • 10. Sri Lanka 43

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 3,084
Australian 2,520
Italian 892
Scottish 635
German 622
Irish 558
Indian 270
Dutch 182
Chinese 159
Greek 148

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

3,844
Both parents born in Australia
2,975
Both parents born overseas
944
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
49.8%
No Religion
36.5%
Hinduism
2.3%
Sikhism
2.2%
Islam
1.6%
Buddhism
1.0%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
409 (5.0%)
5-14 years
813 (9.9%)
15-19 years
355 (4.3%)
20-24 years
411 (5.0%)
25-34 years
952 (11.6%)
35-44 years
992 (12.1%)
45-54 years
860 (10.5%)
55-64 years
805 (9.8%)
65-74 years
967 (11.8%)
75-84 years
951 (11.6%)
85+ years
670 (8.2%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hope Valley known for? +

Hope Valley is known for the Hope Valley Reservoir, a beautiful water supply reservoir surrounded by native bushland that provides a scenic backdrop to the suburb. The area is popular with retirees and families who value a quiet, established community near the foothills.

How far is Hope Valley from Adelaide CBD? +

Hope Valley is approximately 13-15 kilometres north-east of the Adelaide CBD, with a bus journey of around 30-35 minutes via the O-Bahn Busway.

Does Hope Valley have public transport? +

Hope Valley is served by bus routes connecting to the O-Bahn Busway at Klemzig, providing fast dedicated bus services to the Adelaide CBD. Local bus routes also connect to Tea Tree Plaza shopping centre.

What is the population of Hope Valley? +

According to the 2021 Census, Hope Valley has a population of approximately 8,184 residents within the City of Tea Tree Gully local government area.

Is Hope Valley a good place to live? +

Hope Valley is a lovely established suburb offering a quiet, leafy lifestyle near the Hope Valley Reservoir and O-Bahn bus access to the CBD. It suits retirees and families who value peace, natural beauty, and community character.

What is the postcode for Hope Valley? +

The postcode for Hope Valley is 5090.

What is the average income in Hope Valley? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Hope Valley is about $658 per week (around $34,200 per year). The median household income is $1,270 per week and the median family income is $1,715 per week.

What is the median house price in Hope Valley? +

As of March quarter 2026, the median house price is $940,000, up 17.5% year-on-year. Figures are based on Office of the Valuer-General SA — Metropolitan Median House Sales.

What is the age profile of Hope Valley? +

The median age in Hope Valley is 46. The largest age group is 35–44 (992 residents, around 12%). Around 19% of residents are under 20 and about 32% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

How much is rent in Hope Valley? +

In Hope Valley, the median weekly rent is $320, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,517 (2021 Census).