Modbury

SA 5092 • Greater Adelaide

5,593
Population (2021)
$35,516
Median Income
3.32 km²
Area
109m
Elevation

About Modbury

Modbury is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in South Australia, located within the Tea Tree Gully (City) area. With a population of 5,593 and a median income of $35,516, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 3.32 km² at an elevation of 109m, 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. Modbury combines affordability with quality of life.

Modbury falls under postcode 5092 and is governed by Tea Tree Gully Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Newland electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
5092
Urban Area
Tea Tree Gully
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-34.84°, 138.68°
Statistical Area
Greater Adelaide
Area
3.32 km²
Elevation
109m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Coles
    Westfield Tee Tree Plaza Shopping Centre North East Road Modbury 5092 SA
  • Woolworths
    984 North East Road Modbury 5092 SA
  • ALDI
    North East Road 972 - 976, Modbury SA 5092

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$315
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,430
Avg Household Size
2.3 people
Median Age
37 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
5,245
Census 2021
5,593
6.6% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$27,716
Income 2021
$35,516
28.1% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,232
Born Overseas 2,124

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. India 531
  • 2. England 320
  • 3. China 162
  • 4. Philippines 95
  • 5. Sri Lanka 76
  • 6. Iran 73
  • 7. Italy 60
  • 8. Nepal 57
  • 9. Pakistan 37
  • 10. Germany 34
  • 11. Bangladesh 31
  • 12. Scotland 31
  • 13. Malaysia 30
  • 14. Vietnam 28
  • 15. New Zealand 27

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,727
Australian 1,403
Indian 487
Scottish 371
Irish 336
Italian 324
German 319
Chinese 273
Filipino 133
Australian Aboriginal 82

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,996
Both parents born in Australia
2,735
Both parents born overseas
613
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
37.1%
No Religion
37.0%
Hinduism
7.8%
Islam
4.7%
Sikhism
4.1%
Buddhism
2.8%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
281 (5.0%)
5-14 years
563 (10.1%)
15-19 years
259 (4.6%)
20-24 years
430 (7.7%)
25-34 years
1,010 (18.1%)
35-44 years
817 (14.6%)
45-54 years
592 (10.6%)
55-64 years
546 (9.8%)
65-74 years
504 (9.0%)
75-84 years
425 (7.6%)
85+ years
165 (3.0%)

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