Paradise
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Paradise, SA 5075.
About Paradise
Welcome to Paradise
Paradise sits about 8km northeast of the Adelaide CBD, tucked into the corridor of established suburbs that runs along the base of the Adelaide Hills foothills. Bordered by Newton, Dernancourt, Hectorville, Rostrevor and Windsor Gardens, it's the kind of place that rarely makes headlines but quietly does everything right for the people who live there — leafy streets, a strong community feel and easy access to both the city and the hills.
With a population of 7,217 and a median age of 43, Paradise has settled into itself as a suburb of established families, longer-term owners and downsizers rather than a hotspot for short-term renters or first-home buyers chasing the cheapest entry point. It suits people who want space, established gardens and a sense of permanence, without giving up a genuine connection to Adelaide's centre.
Lifestyle & dining
Paradise has a relaxed, residential character rather than a buzzing café strip of its own, and locals tend to draw on the surrounding suburbs for their coffee, dinners and weekend errands. Nearby Newton and Dernancourt add to the mix of local shopping centres, cafés and family-friendly eateries, while Rostrevor and the foothills beyond offer a change of scenery for weekend walks or a Sunday drive. It's a suburb built around home life first, with the social scene found in local sports clubs, schools and neighbourhood gatherings as much as in shopfronts.
Shopping
For day-to-day needs, Paradise residents are well served by nearby retail hubs rather than a single high street. The Newton and Windsor Gardens areas provide supermarkets and specialty stores within a short drive, and the broader northeastern suburbs give access to larger shopping centres for bigger outings. It's a practical, low-fuss setup: most essentials are close by, with more extensive retail therapy just a few minutes further afield.
Getting around
Paradise's location roughly 8km from the CBD makes commuting straightforward, particularly for drivers, with arterial roads connecting through to Payneham Road and onward into the city, or east into the Adelaide Hills via Gorge Road and Athelstone. Public transport is largely bus-based, linking Paradise to surrounding suburbs and into the city, making it a suburb that leans on car ownership but doesn't demand a long haul for anyone working in town.
Schools & families
Families are well catered for locally, with Paradise Primary School serving the immediate area and Charles Campbell College providing public secondary options nearby. Sunrise Christian School Paradise adds an independent choice within the suburb itself, meaning families can often manage schooling from prep through to year 12 without needing to travel far. This depth of local schooling is part of what keeps families in the area long-term, contributing to that median age of 43 and the settled feel of the streets.
Parks & recreation
Being close to the foothills, Paradise benefits from easy access to reserves and open space, with Rostrevor and Hectorville offering additional parkland and walking tracks nearby. The suburb itself has local ovals and reserves that serve as the base for community sport, a common thread running through weekends here, from junior football and cricket to informal walks and dog-walking loops through quiet streets.
The property market
Paradise's property market reflects its established, house-dominated character: 74% of current listings are houses, with townhouses making up 14% and land parcels the remaining 11%, indicating a suburb largely built out but with occasional opportunities for those wanting to build. The median house price sits at $927k, following recent growth of 10.6%, a strong result that points to sustained buyer demand for the suburb's larger blocks and family homes. Renters, meanwhile, face a median asking rent of $650 a week, underlining Paradise's position as a solidly mid-to-upper tier suburb within Adelaide's northeastern corridor, appealing to both owner-occupiers and investors drawn to its schools, land size and proximity to the city.
Market snapshot
Paradise property market
Median sale price
$927k
House · 3 bed
Median rent
$650
per week
Gross rental yield
3.6%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$593k
Median
$927k
Premium
$1.19m
Days on market
50
Auction clearance
47%
Sold this year
54
Median sold price trend · House 3 bed
Compound growth +10.6% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Paradise by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Paradise, SA 5075.
Population
7,217
residents (2021)
Median age
43
years
Household income
$1,386
median, per week
Median rent
$330
per week
Median mortgage
$1,597
per month
Mortgage / income
27%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Paradise
Government school catchment
Independent & Catholic schools
Recent results
Recently sold in Paradise
$1.20m
10 Donaldson Drive
Sold ~July 2026
$915k
5 Alder Street
Sold ~July 2026
$1.18m
1B Thomas Avenue
Sold ~July 2026
$896k
8 St Ives Walk
Sold ~July 2026
$1.20m
2 Gothic Drive
Sold ~July 2026
$1.89m
685 & 687 Lower North East Road
Sold ~June 2026
$690k
8C Arcadia Avenue
Sold ~June 2026
$749k
4/11 Melville 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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Common questions
Paradise suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Paradise?
The median house price in Paradise, SA is $927k for a 3-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 10.6%.
How much is rent in Paradise?
The median weekly rent in Paradise is around $650 per week.
Is Paradise a good place to live?
Paradise is a northeastern suburb of Adelaide in South Australia. Paradise is an established residential suburb in SA, with a population of around 7,217 and 3 schools in the area.
What is the population of Paradise?
Paradise has a population of 7,217 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 43.
What schools are in Paradise?
There are 3 schools in or near Paradise, including Charles Campbell College, Paradise Primary School and Sunrise Christian School Paradise.
How long do homes take to sell in Paradise?
Properties in Paradise take around 50 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 47%.
How much do you need to buy in Paradise?
Entry-level properties in Paradise start around $593k, while premium homes reach $1.19m.
What suburbs are near Paradise?
Suburbs near Paradise include Newton, Dernancourt, Hectorville, Rostrevor and Windsor Gardens.
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