Willunga

SA 5172 • Greater Adelaide

2,445
Population (2021)
$40,560
Median Income
21.27 km²
Area
156m
Elevation

About Willunga

Willunga is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in South Australia, located within the Onkaparinga (City) area. With a population of 2,445 and a median income of $40,560, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 21.27 km² at an elevation of 156m, 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. Willunga is ideal for those seeking a slower pace of life away from the urban hustle.

Willunga falls under postcode 5172 and is governed by Onkaparinga Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Mawson electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
5172
Urban Area
N/A
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Rural
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-35.27°, 138.57°
Statistical Area
Greater Adelaide
Area
21.27 km²
Elevation
156m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$330
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,683
Avg Household Size
2.5 people
Median Age
47 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,308
Census 2021
2,445
5.9% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$34,372
Income 2021
$40,560
18.0% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,859
Born Overseas 495

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 297
  • 2. Scotland 32
  • 3. New Zealand 28
  • 4. South Africa 15
  • 5. United States 15
  • 6. Germany 14
  • 7. Wales 13
  • 8. Netherlands 9
  • 9. Canada 6
  • 10. Italy 6
  • 11. Ireland 5
  • 12. Croatia 4
  • 13. Japan 4
  • 14. Papua New Guinea 4
  • 15. Zimbabwe 4

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,303
Australian 943
Scottish 319
Irish 228
German 217
Dutch 70
Italian 54
Welsh 43
French 28
Australian Aboriginal 27

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,359
Both parents born in Australia
619
Both parents born overseas
373
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
60.4%
Christianity
32.3%
Buddhism
0.6%
Islam
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
97 (4.0%)
5-14 years
342 (14.0%)
15-19 years
137 (5.6%)
20-24 years
105 (4.3%)
25-34 years
165 (6.7%)
35-44 years
292 (11.9%)
45-54 years
373 (15.3%)
55-64 years
365 (14.9%)
65-74 years
348 (14.2%)
75-84 years
175 (7.2%)
85+ years
46 (1.9%)

Nearby Suburbs