Northgate

SA 5085 • Greater Adelaide

3,184
Population (2021)
$45,812
Median Income
2.05 km²
Area
79m
Elevation

About Northgate

Northgate is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in South Australia, located within the Port Adelaide Enfield (City) area. With a population of 3,184 and a median income of $45,812, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 2.05 km² at an elevation of 79m, 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. Northgate combines affordability with quality of life.

Northgate falls under postcode 5085 and is governed by Port Adelaide Enfield Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Enfield electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
5085
Urban Area
Port Adelaide - Enfield - East
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-34.86°, 138.63°
Statistical Area
Greater Adelaide
Area
2.05 km²
Elevation
79m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Woolworths
    Cnr Folland Avenue And Fosters Road Northgate 5085 SA

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$395
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,742
Avg Household Size
3 people
Median Age
38 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
6,226
Census 2021
3,184
48.9% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$42,484
Income 2021
$45,812
7.8% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,000
Born Overseas 1,149

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. India 242
  • 2. China 154
  • 3. England 99
  • 4. Vietnam 91
  • 5. Malaysia 49
  • 6. South Africa 46
  • 7. Hong Kong 43
  • 8. Philippines 33
  • 9. Poland 30
  • 10. Afghanistan 24
  • 11. Iran 20
  • 12. New Zealand 20
  • 13. Italy 19
  • 14. Scotland 19
  • 15. Greece 14

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 802
Australian 788
Chinese 377
Indian 230
Italian 226
Scottish 193
German 191
Irish 161
Vietnamese 137
Polish 79

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,121
Both parents born in Australia
1,650
Both parents born overseas
346
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
44.5%
No Religion
36.2%
Hinduism
5.6%
Sikhism
3.6%
Islam
3.5%
Buddhism
2.3%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
189 (5.9%)
5-14 years
519 (16.3%)
15-19 years
201 (6.3%)
20-24 years
181 (5.7%)
25-34 years
350 (11.0%)
35-44 years
510 (16.0%)
45-54 years
485 (15.2%)
55-64 years
353 (11.1%)
65-74 years
253 (7.9%)
75-84 years
119 (3.7%)
85+ years
26 (0.8%)

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