Salisbury Downs

SA 5108 • Greater Adelaide

6,296
Population (2021)
$27,820
Median Income
2.80 km²
Area
24m
Elevation

About Salisbury Downs

Salisbury Downs is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in South Australia, located within the Salisbury (City) area. With a population of 6,296 and a median income of $27,820, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 2.80 km² at an elevation of 24m, 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. Salisbury Downs combines affordability with quality of life.

Salisbury Downs falls under postcode 5108 and is governed by Salisbury Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Playford electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
5108
Urban Area
Salisbury - Central
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-34.77°, 138.62°
Statistical Area
Greater Adelaide
Area
2.80 km²
Elevation
24m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Coles
    Hollywood Plaza Shopping Centre Windsor Street Salisbury Downs 5108 SA

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$273
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,300
Avg Household Size
2.6 people
Median Age
37 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
5,984
Census 2021
6,296
5.2% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$24,076
Income 2021
$27,820
15.6% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,546
Born Overseas 2,395

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Vietnam 315
  • 2. England 296
  • 3. Afghanistan 182
  • 4. Philippines 162
  • 5. India 158
  • 6. Cambodia 134
  • 7. Myanmar 93
  • 8. Italy 77
  • 9. Pakistan 58
  • 10. Nepal 51
  • 11. Iran 40
  • 12. Scotland 38
  • 13. China 35
  • 14. New Zealand 32
  • 15. Thailand 30

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,775
Australian 1,462
Vietnamese 418
Italian 339
Irish 313
Scottish 297
German 263
Filipino 203
Chinese 175
Indian 158

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,069
Both parents born in Australia
3,311
Both parents born overseas
563
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
37.6%
No Religion
34.3%
Islam
7.9%
Buddhism
7.4%
Hinduism
3.7%
Sikhism
0.7%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
395 (6.3%)
5-14 years
822 (13.1%)
15-19 years
365 (5.8%)
20-24 years
401 (6.4%)
25-34 years
907 (14.4%)
35-44 years
837 (13.3%)
45-54 years
731 (11.6%)
55-64 years
778 (12.4%)
65-74 years
644 (10.2%)
75-84 years
325 (5.2%)
85+ years
100 (1.6%)

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