Payneham

SA 5070 • Greater Adelaide

2,438
Population (2021)
$45,448
Median Income
0.80 km²
Area
60m
Elevation

About Payneham

Payneham is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in South Australia, located within the Norwood Payneham St Peters (City) area. With a population of 2,438 and a median income of $45,448, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 0.80 km² at an elevation of 60m, 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. Payneham combines affordability with quality of life.

Payneham falls under postcode 5070 and is governed by Norwood Payneham St Peters Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Dunstan electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
5070
Urban Area
Norwood - Payneham - St Peters
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-34.90°, 138.64°
Statistical Area
Greater Adelaide
Area
0.80 km²
Elevation
60m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$300
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,700
Avg Household Size
2 people
Median Age
38 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,293
Census 2021
2,438
6.3% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$34,892
Income 2021
$45,448
30.3% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,511
Born Overseas 852

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Italy 134
  • 2. India 109
  • 3. China 102
  • 4. England 83
  • 5. Nepal 52
  • 6. Malaysia 31
  • 7. South Korea 26
  • 8. Philippines 22
  • 9. Vietnam 20
  • 10. New Zealand 17
  • 11. Pakistan 17
  • 12. Sri Lanka 15
  • 13. Indonesia 12
  • 14. United States 12
  • 15. Brazil 11

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 699
Australian 569
Italian 454
Chinese 166
Irish 165
Scottish 159
German 156
Indian 121
Greek 65
Dutch 33

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

940
Both parents born in Australia
1,143
Both parents born overseas
287
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
47.4%
No Religion
36.5%
Hinduism
4.3%
Islam
2.9%
Sikhism
2.4%
Buddhism
2.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
128 (5.3%)
5-14 years
232 (9.5%)
15-19 years
69 (2.8%)
20-24 years
167 (6.8%)
25-34 years
476 (19.5%)
35-44 years
358 (14.7%)
45-54 years
264 (10.8%)
55-64 years
256 (10.5%)
65-74 years
200 (8.2%)
75-84 years
179 (7.3%)
85+ years
106 (4.3%)

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