Flinders Park
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Flinders Park, SA 5025.
About Flinders Park
Welcome to Flinders Park
Flinders Park sits in Adelaide's inner west, about six kilometres from the CBD, tucked between Findon, Kidman Park, Allenby Gardens, Woodville South and Lockleys. It's a settled, leafy pocket that has long appealed to buyers wanting proximity to the city without the price tag or bustle of the inner east.
With a population of just under 5,500 and a median age of 39, Flinders Park has the feel of an established family suburb — quiet streets, mature gardens and a mix of long-term residents and younger households moving in as older homes are renovated or replaced.
Lifestyle & dining
Life in Flinders Park is unhurried. Much of the day-to-day socialising happens over the back fence or at nearby cafes and takeaway strips rather than a defined main street, and residents tend to head into neighbouring Findon or across to Henley Beach Road for a wider choice of eating-out options. The suburb's appeal lies less in nightlife and more in its practicality: it's close enough to the city and the coast to make both an easy outing, while still feeling residential and low-key at home.
Shopping
For everyday needs, residents are well served by the shopping strips along Findon Road and Henley Beach Road, both within easy reach, offering supermarkets, specialty grocers and everyday retail. Bigger shopping trips usually mean a short drive to Woodville or the West Lakes precinct, home to a major shopping centre, giving Flinders Park households a good balance of convenience locally and choice nearby.
Getting around
Flinders Park's inner-western position is one of its strongest selling points. The CBD is roughly a fifteen-minute drive via Henley Beach Road or Grange Road, and bus services along these arterial roads connect residents to the city and to Adelaide's beaches. The suburb's flat, grid-like streets also make it easy to get around on foot or by bike, and its central position between Findon, Kidman Park and Lockleys means schools, parks and shops are all within a few minutes' drive.
Schools & families
Families are well catered for locally, with Flinders Park Primary School, Our Lady of La Vang School and Nazareth Catholic College's Flinders Park Campus all within the suburb. This spread of public and Catholic options, combined with the suburb's quiet residential character, is a big part of why Flinders Park continues to draw young families and downsizers alike, alongside those simply seeking easy access to schooling without a long commute.
Housing & architecture
The housing stock is dominated by houses, which make up 88% of current listings, with a small proportion of land (9%) and townhouses (3%) rounding out the market. Expect a mix of classic post-war bungalows, brick-veneer homes from the 1960s and 70s, and increasing numbers of newer builds and renovations on generous, established blocks — a legacy of the suburb's development in Adelaide's post-war western expansion.
The property market
Flinders Park's property market has been notably strong, with house prices climbing 11.7% recently to bring the median house price to $1.07 million. That places it firmly in the premium bracket for Adelaide's western suburbs, reflecting sustained buyer demand for its location, larger blocks and family-friendly schools. Renters face a median asking rent of $670 a week, underscoring the same demand pressures seen on the sales side, and pointing to a suburb that continues to draw interest from both owner-occupiers and investors keen on its proximity to the city and the coast.
Market snapshot
Flinders Park property market
Median sale price
$1.07m
House · 3 bed
Median rent
$670
per week
Gross rental yield
3.3%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$800k
Median
$1.07m
Premium
$1.60m
Days on market
66
Auction clearance
24%
Sold this year
41
Median sold price trend · House 3 bed
Compound growth +12.1% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Flinders Park by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Flinders Park, SA 5025.
Population
5,489
residents (2021)
Median age
39
years
Household income
$1,754
median, per week
Median rent
$380
per week
Median mortgage
$1,800
per month
Mortgage / income
24%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Flinders Park
Government school catchment
Independent & Catholic schools
Recent results
Recently sold in Flinders Park
$830k
1/39 La Perouse Avenue
Sold ~July 2026
$940k
37A Drake Avenue
Sold ~June 2026
$1.17m
7B Scott Avenue
Sold ~June 2026
Sold prices as published on the original listing; some may reflect the last advertised price. Dates are approximate.
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Common questions
Flinders Park suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Flinders Park?
The median house price in Flinders Park, SA is $1.07m for a 3-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 11.7%.
How much is rent in Flinders Park?
The median weekly rent in Flinders Park is around $670 per week.
Is Flinders Park a good place to live?
Flinders Park is a western suburb of Adelaide, South Australia. Flinders Park is an established residential suburb in SA, with a population of around 5,489 and 3 schools in the area.
What is the population of Flinders Park?
Flinders Park has a population of 5,489 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 39.
What schools are in Flinders Park?
There are 3 schools in or near Flinders Park, including Our Lady of La Vang School, Flinders Park Primary School and Nazareth Catholic College - Flinders Park Campus.
How long do homes take to sell in Flinders Park?
Properties in Flinders Park take around 66 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 24%.
How much do you need to buy in Flinders Park?
Entry-level properties in Flinders Park start around $800k, while premium homes reach $1.60m.
What suburbs are near Flinders Park?
Suburbs near Flinders Park include Findon, Woodville South, Kidman Park, Allenby Gardens and Lockleys.
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