Woodside

SA 5244 • Greater Adelaide

2,701
Population (2021)
$39,364
Median Income
57.44 km²
Area
419m
Elevation

About Woodside

Woodside is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in South Australia, located within the Adelaide Hills (District Council) area. With a population of 2,701 and a median income of $39,364, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 57.44 km² at an elevation of 419m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Greater Adelaide.

Situated at an elevation of 419m, the suburb enjoys cooler temperatures and scenic views. The area features local parks, community facilities, and easy access to surrounding regions. Woodside offers a balanced lifestyle with a mix of residential comfort and natural beauty.

Woodside falls under postcode 5244 and is governed by Adelaide Hills Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Kavel electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
5244
Urban Area
Adelaide Hills
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Urban
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-34.95°, 138.90°
Statistical Area
Greater Adelaide
Area
57.44 km²
Elevation
419m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$320
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,627
Avg Household Size
2.4 people
Median Age
45 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,608
Census 2021
2,701
3.6% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$32,604
Income 2021
$39,364
20.7% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,215
Born Overseas 325

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 141
  • 2. New Zealand 23
  • 3. Germany 17
  • 4. Netherlands 17
  • 5. South Africa 14
  • 6. Scotland 11
  • 7. India 8
  • 8. United States 7
  • 9. Thailand 6
  • 10. Vietnam 6
  • 11. Canada 5
  • 12. France 5
  • 13. Brazil 4
  • 14. South Korea 4
  • 15. Zimbabwe 4

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,193
Australian 1,126
German 362
Scottish 305
Irish 228
Italian 69
Dutch 55
Polish 22
Welsh 22
Greek 17

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,740
Both parents born in Australia
410
Both parents born overseas
344
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
49.9%
Christianity
39.7%
Buddhism
0.6%
Hinduism
0.2%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
126 (4.7%)
5-14 years
276 (10.2%)
15-19 years
169 (6.3%)
20-24 years
183 (6.8%)
25-34 years
284 (10.5%)
35-44 years
286 (10.6%)
45-54 years
346 (12.8%)
55-64 years
387 (14.3%)
65-74 years
321 (11.9%)
75-84 years
237 (8.8%)
85+ years
88 (3.3%)

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