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Walkley Heights

SA 5098 • Greater Adelaide

3,513
Population (2021)
$92,196
Median Household Income
1.63 km²
Area
$370/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyQuiet SuburbNorthern Adelaide

About Walkley Heights

Walkley Heights is a quiet residential suburb in Adelaide's northern metropolitan area, located within the City of Port Adelaide Enfield at an elevation of 86 metres. The suburb covers just 1.6 square kilometres and is home to around 3,500 residents, predominantly families and established households. Its elevated position offers pleasant views across the northern suburbs and a sense of separation from the busier arterial routes below.

The community has a settled, suburban feel with well-maintained streets and local reserves providing green space for residents. Nearby shopping centres at Modbury and Para Hills provide daily conveniences, while the suburb itself is largely residential. The median household income of around $1,773 per week reflects a comfortable working- to middle-class demographic. Residents typically commute by car to Adelaide's CBD, around 13 kilometres to the south.

Walkley Heights falls under postcode 5098 and is governed by Port Adelaide Enfield Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Enfield electorate.

📍 Location

State
South Australia
Postcode
5098
Urban Area
Salisbury - South-East
LGA / Council
Port Adelaide Enfield
Federal Electorate
Makin
State Electorate
Enfield
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-34.84°, 138.64°
Statistical Area
Greater Adelaide
Area
1.63 km²
Elevation
86m

🏷️ Property Prices March quarter 2026

Median sale prices in Walkley Heights for the March quarter 2026. Median house sale prices published by the Office of the Valuer-General SA (Adelaide metropolitan area).

🏡House
$1.26M
7 sales · YoY n/a

Source: Office of the Valuer-General SA — Metropolitan Median House Sales. Houses only — South Australia does not publish a unit/apartment series. Medians are for the latest quarter; year-on-year change is shown only where both quarters had at least 10 sales.

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$370
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,700
Avg Household Size
2.7 people
Median Age
42 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
4.1%

51 state housing + 0 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Modbury Transport Interchange
2.5 km
30 min

Bus Services

  • 163, 164 — Adelaide CBD via Paradise 50 min

Commute to Adelaide CBD

Distance
13 km
By Train
No direct train; bus to interchange then bus/tram
By Car (Peak)
25-35 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
20 min

🛣️ Primarily car-dependent; O-Bahn bus corridor accessible via Modbury

Walkability Car-Dependent

Residential streets with limited local amenities walking distance

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🌳 Parks & Reserves

There are 2 parks and reserves in Walkley Heights.

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,497
Census 2021
3,513
▲ 0.5% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$31,304
Personal Income 2021
$37,180
▲ 18.8% increase

2021 Census income breakdown

Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.

Personal
$37,180 / yr
$715/wk
Household
$92,196 / yr
$1773/wk
Family
$111,904 / yr
$2152/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,308
Born Overseas 1,125

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. India 263
  • 2. England 194
  • 3. Vietnam 63
  • 4. Afghanistan 56
  • 5. Philippines 38
  • 6. Bosnia & Herzegovina 34
  • 7. New Zealand 29
  • 8. China 26
  • 9. Italy 25
  • 10. Netherlands 23

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,104
Australian 976
Indian 255
German 232
Scottish 213
Italian 210
Irish 178
Chinese 127
Vietnamese 104
Dutch 69

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,430
Both parents born in Australia
1,608
Both parents born overseas
338
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
47.2%
No Religion
30.5%
Islam
4.9%
Hinduism
4.9%
Sikhism
4.1%
Buddhism
3.8%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
145 (4.1%)
5-14 years
510 (14.5%)
15-19 years
219 (6.2%)
20-24 years
219 (6.2%)
25-34 years
288 (8.2%)
35-44 years
481 (13.7%)
45-54 years
531 (15.1%)
55-64 years
357 (10.2%)
65-74 years
311 (8.9%)
75-84 years
295 (8.4%)
85+ years
159 (4.5%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What local government area is Walkley Heights in? +

Walkley Heights is in the City of Port Adelaide Enfield, one of Adelaide's northern metropolitan councils.

How far is Walkley Heights from Adelaide CBD? +

Walkley Heights is approximately 13 kilometres north of Adelaide CBD, about a 25-35 minute drive in peak hour.

What is the median rent in Walkley Heights? +

The median weekly rent in Walkley Heights is approximately $370, based on 2021 Census data.

Are there parks in Walkley Heights? +

Yes, Walkley Heights Reserve and Pooraka Triangle Park are the main green spaces in and around the suburb.

What is the average income in Walkley Heights? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Walkley Heights is about $715 per week (around $37,200 per year). The median household income is $1,773 per week and the median family income is $2,152 per week.

What is the median house price in Walkley Heights? +

As of March quarter 2026, the median house price is $1,260,000. Figures are based on Office of the Valuer-General SA — Metropolitan Median House Sales.

What is the age profile of Walkley Heights? +

The median age in Walkley Heights is 42. The largest age group is 45–54 (531 residents, around 15%). Around 25% of residents are under 20 and about 22% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

What is the population of Walkley Heights? +

Walkley Heights had a population of 3,513 at the 2021 Census, up 0.5% from 3,497 in 2016.

How much is rent in Walkley Heights? +

In Walkley Heights, the median weekly rent is $370, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,700 (2021 Census).