Houghton
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Houghton, SA 5131.
About Houghton
Welcome to Houghton
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Houghton, SA 5131.
Population
511
residents (2021)
Median age
50
years
Household income
$2,356
median, per week
Median rent
$373
per week
Median mortgage
$1,970
per month
Mortgage / income
19%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Recent results
Recently sold in Houghton
$1.30m
78 Amberdale Road
Sold ~July 2026
$350k
14 Houghton Hollow Road
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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Houghton suburb FAQ
Is Houghton a good place to live?
Houghton is a small town near Adelaide, South Australia. Houghton is an established residential suburb in SA, with a population of around 511.
What is the population of Houghton?
Houghton has a population of 511 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 50.
What suburbs are near Houghton?
Suburbs near Houghton include Lower Hermitage, Paracombe, Tea Tree Gully, Vista and Banksia Park.
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