Norwood

SA 5067 • Greater Adelaide

6,354
Population (2021)
$52,104
Median Income
2.21 km²
Area
64m
Elevation

About Norwood

Norwood is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in South Australia, located within the Norwood Payneham St Peters (City) area. With a population of 6,354 and a median income of $52,104, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 2.21 km² at an elevation of 64m, 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. Norwood combines affordability with quality of life.

Norwood falls under postcode 5067 and is governed by Norwood Payneham St Peters Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Dunstan electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
5067
Urban Area
Norwood - Payneham - St Peters
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-34.92°, 138.63°
Statistical Area
Greater Adelaide
Area
2.21 km²
Elevation
64m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • ALDI
    Magill Road 76, Norwood SA 5067

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$390
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,000
Avg Household Size
2 people
Median Age
40 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
5,953
Census 2021
6,354
6.7% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$44,148
Income 2021
$52,104
18.0% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,109
Born Overseas 1,964

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 319
  • 2. China 237
  • 3. India 178
  • 4. Italy 128
  • 5. Malaysia 65
  • 6. New Zealand 61
  • 7. Hong Kong 48
  • 8. United States 48
  • 9. South Africa 46
  • 10. Greece 45
  • 11. Vietnam 45
  • 12. Scotland 42
  • 13. Philippines 41
  • 14. Sri Lanka 37
  • 15. Nepal 32

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 2,218
Australian 1,524
Irish 682
Scottish 657
Italian 600
Chinese 482
German 448
Greek 252
Indian 211
Dutch 100

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,732
Both parents born in Australia
2,542
Both parents born overseas
780
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
49.2%
Christianity
37.7%
Hinduism
2.5%
Buddhism
2.2%
Islam
1.5%
Sikhism
0.4%
Judaism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
217 (3.4%)
5-14 years
537 (8.5%)
15-19 years
256 (4.0%)
20-24 years
458 (7.2%)
25-34 years
1,162 (18.3%)
35-44 years
885 (13.9%)
45-54 years
698 (11.0%)
55-64 years
789 (12.4%)
65-74 years
780 (12.3%)
75-84 years
433 (6.8%)
85+ years
136 (2.1%)

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