Virginia

SA 5120 • Greater Adelaide

2,759
Population (2021)
$43,264
Median Income
29.29 km²
Area
18m
Elevation

About Virginia

Virginia is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in South Australia, located within the Playford (City) area. With a population of 2,759 and a median income of $43,264, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 29.29 km² at an elevation of 18m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Greater Adelaide.

The area offers a peaceful rural lifestyle with open spaces, local farms, and a tight-knit community atmosphere. Residents enjoy the tranquility of country living while still having access to essential amenities. Virginia is ideal for those seeking a slower pace of life away from the urban hustle.

Virginia falls under postcode 5120 and is governed by Playford Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Taylor electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
5120
Urban Area
N/A
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Rural
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-34.67°, 138.57°
Statistical Area
Greater Adelaide
Area
29.29 km²
Elevation
18m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Woolworths
    Old Port Wakefield Road Virginia 5120 SA

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$300
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,733
Avg Household Size
2.8 people
Median Age
34 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,803
Census 2021
2,759
53.0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$27,300
Income 2021
$43,264
58.5% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,907
Born Overseas 634

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Vietnam 190
  • 2. England 96
  • 3. Greece 53
  • 4. India 41
  • 5. Italy 31
  • 6. Philippines 30
  • 7. Cambodia 29
  • 8. South Africa 15
  • 9. New Zealand 12
  • 10. Scotland 12
  • 11. Afghanistan 6
  • 12. Fiji 6
  • 13. Germany 6
  • 14. Thailand 6
  • 15. Turkey 6

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 875
English 800
Italian 305
Vietnamese 266
Greek 197
Scottish 146
German 133
Irish 118
Australian Aboriginal 58
Chinese 56

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,213
Both parents born in Australia
1,013
Both parents born overseas
327
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
40.3%
No Religion
38.8%
Buddhism
8.6%
Sikhism
1.7%
Islam
1.4%
Hinduism
0.3%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
225 (8.2%)
5-14 years
388 (14.1%)
15-19 years
130 (4.7%)
20-24 years
139 (5.0%)
25-34 years
502 (18.2%)
35-44 years
375 (13.6%)
45-54 years
327 (11.9%)
55-64 years
308 (11.2%)
65-74 years
221 (8.0%)
75-84 years
102 (3.7%)
85+ years
37 (1.3%)

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