Meadows

SA 5201 • Greater Adelaide

1,717
Population (2021)
$47,684
Median Income
42.42 km²
Area
329m
Elevation

About Meadows

Meadows is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in South Australia, located within the Mount Barker (District Council) area. With a population of 1,717 and a median income of $47,684, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 42.42 km² at an elevation of 329m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Greater Adelaide.

The area offers a peaceful rural lifestyle with open spaces, local farms, and a tight-knit community atmosphere. Residents enjoy the tranquility of country living while still having access to essential amenities. Meadows is ideal for those seeking a slower pace of life away from the urban hustle.

Meadows falls under postcode 5201 and is governed by Mount Barker Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Heysen electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
5201
Urban Area
N/A
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Rural
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-35.17°, 138.75°
Statistical Area
Greater Adelaide
Area
42.42 km²
Elevation
329m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$343
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,645
Avg Household Size
2.7 people
Median Age
39 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,369
Census 2021
1,717
25.4% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$36,504
Income 2021
$47,684
30.6% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,400
Born Overseas 182

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 108
  • 2. New Zealand 14
  • 3. Netherlands 10
  • 4. Scotland 7
  • 5. Philippines 6
  • 6. France 5
  • 7. China 4
  • 8. Germany 4
  • 9. South Africa 4
  • 10. Ireland 3
  • 11. Italy 3
  • 12. United States 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 794
Australian 762
Scottish 185
German 169
Irish 128
Dutch 40
Italian 32
Polish 15
New Zealander 14
Filipino 13

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,096
Both parents born in Australia
257
Both parents born overseas
237
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
61.7%
Christianity
27.8%
Buddhism
0.3%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
122 (7.1%)
5-14 years
233 (13.6%)
15-19 years
75 (4.4%)
20-24 years
71 (4.1%)
25-34 years
240 (14.0%)
35-44 years
257 (15.0%)
45-54 years
216 (12.6%)
55-64 years
256 (14.9%)
65-74 years
153 (8.9%)
75-84 years
63 (3.7%)
85+ years
16 (0.9%)

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