Lockleys
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Lockleys, SA 5032.
About Lockleys
Welcome to Lockleys
Lockleys sits around six kilometres west of the Adelaide CBD, tucked between the Torrens River and the airport, in that convenient middle ground where city access meets a quieter, established residential feel. It's bordered by Underdale, Kidman Park, Flinders Park, Fulham and Findon, and shares the same easy-going, leafy character that defines Adelaide's inner-western suburbs.
With a population of just under 6,000 and a median age of 44, Lockleys reads as a settled, family- and downsizer-friendly area rather than a rental-churn suburb for students or young share-housers. It suits buyers after space and a genuine backyard within a short commute of the city, the coast and the airport.
Lifestyle & dining
Lockleys doesn't have a bustling main strip of its own, and that's part of its appeal — residents tend to borrow from the surrounding suburbs, with Henley Beach Road and the cafes and restaurants of Fulham and Brooklyn Park within easy reach, plus the beachside dining of Henley and Grange only minutes further west. The Torrens River corridor running along the suburb's edge is a drawcard for walkers, cyclists and picnickers, giving the area a relaxed, outdoorsy undertone despite its proximity to the city.
Getting around
Lockleys' location is one of its strongest selling points. Adelaide Airport is right next door, making it a favourite for frequent flyers, while the CBD is a straightforward drive or bus ride away along Henley Beach Road or Tapleys Hill Road. The absence of a train line through Lockleys itself is offset by bus services connecting to the city and neighbouring hubs, and the Adelaide beaches are close enough for a quick after-work swim.
Schools & families
Families are well served locally, with Lockleys North Primary School and St Francis School both in the area, giving parents a choice between public and Catholic schooling without leaving the suburb. The mix of established homes and larger blocks also makes Lockleys popular with families wanting room to grow, while its proximity to secondary schools in neighbouring suburbs like Underdale and Fulham widens the options further.
Housing & architecture
The housing stock in Lockleys leans heavily towards traditional freestanding homes, with houses making up around 80% of current listings, against a smaller share of apartments and units (10%) and vacant land (10%). Expect a streetscape of post-war bungalows and villas alongside newer builds and renovations, many sitting on generous blocks that reflect the suburb's original mid-20th-century subdivision pattern.
The property market
Lockleys has seen strong recent momentum, with house prices climbing 24.6% to bring the median to $1.57 million — a figure that places it firmly among Adelaide's premium inner-western pockets. Median rent sits at $850 a week, reflecting solid demand from tenants keen on the location and larger homes on offer. The current listing mix, dominated by houses rather than units, underlines Lockleys' identity as a house-and-land suburb rather than a high-density one, and buyers competing here are typically chasing land size and proximity to the city as much as the dwelling itself.
Market snapshot
Lockleys property market
Median sale price
$1.57m
House · 4 bed
Median rent
$850
per week
Gross rental yield
2.8%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$1.14m
Median
$1.57m
Premium
$1.96m
Days on market
62
Auction clearance
53%
Sold this year
37
Median sold price trend · House 4 bed
Compound growth +8.8% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Lockleys by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Lockleys, SA 5032.
Population
5,987
residents (2021)
Median age
44
years
Household income
$1,869
median, per week
Median rent
$350
per week
Median mortgage
$2,000
per month
Mortgage / income
25%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Lockleys
Government school catchment
Independent & Catholic schools
Recent results
Recently sold in Lockleys
$1.31m
13 Cairns Avenue
Sold ~July 2026
$1.58m
7 Hank Street
Sold ~July 2026
$1.30m
39 Lasscock Avenue
Sold ~July 2026
$1.59m
14A Lancaster Street
Sold ~June 2026
$1.59m
1A Carlow Avenue
Sold ~June 2026
$450k
564 Sir Donald Bradman Drive
Sold ~June 2026
$3.00m
Address withheld
Sold ~June 2026
$1.18m
5 Hank Street
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
Lockleys suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Lockleys?
The median house price in Lockleys, SA is $1.57m for a 4-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 24.6%.
How much is rent in Lockleys?
The median weekly rent in Lockleys is around $850 per week.
Is Lockleys a good place to live?
Lockleys is a residential suburb in Adelaide's inner west, situated between the city centre and the coast. Lockleys is an established residential suburb in SA, with a population of around 5,987 and 2 schools in the area.
What is the population of Lockleys?
Lockleys has a population of 5,987 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 44.
What schools are in Lockleys?
There are 2 schools in or near Lockleys, including Lockleys North Primary School and St Francis School.
How long do homes take to sell in Lockleys?
Properties in Lockleys take around 62 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 53%.
How much do you need to buy in Lockleys?
Entry-level properties in Lockleys start around $1.14m, while premium homes reach $1.96m.
What suburbs are near Lockleys?
Suburbs near Lockleys include Underdale, Kidman Park, Flinders Park, Fulham and Findon.
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