Felixstow
At 1.15 km2 and just 2,477 residents, Felixstow punches well above its size on two measures: a median house price of $1,612,000 that rose 34.2% in one year, and a university qualification rate of 51.6%, which is 21.5 percentage points above the national average. The suburb scores decile 8 on IEO, placing it comfortably in the upper education and occupation tier nationally. Overseas-born residents make up 40.8% of the population, 19.2 points higher than nationally, shaping a workforce anchored in healthcare, education and professional services.
Population
2,477
Median Age
42.0
Household IncomeiMedian weekly household income (ABS Census)
$1,445/wk
DAs (12 months)iDevelopment Applications lodged in the past year
21
Median House
$1.6M
Median 1Q 2026
The $1,612,000 median house price reflects a sharp 34.2% rise from $1,201,500 in the first quarter of 2025, one of the larger single-year moves in the Adelaide market. Separate houses dominate at 65.5% of dwellings, with three-bedroom configurations accounting for 54.9% of stock. Semi-detached homes represent 17.7% and apartments 16.9%, offering some entry-level alternatives. Monthly mortgage repayments average $1,817, with a mortgage-to-income ratio of 29.0%, just below the 30% stress threshold, giving buyers a thin but intact buffer compared to higher-priced metro markets. Outright owners make up 36.7% of households, indicating a settled, low-debt base that tends to keep forced-sale pressure low.
For Buyers
The $1,612,000 median house price reflects a sharp 34.2% rise from $1,201,500 in the first quarter of 2025, one of the larger single-year moves in the Adelaide market. Separate houses dominate at 65.5% of dwellings, with three-bedroom configurations accounting for 54.9% of stock. Semi-detached homes represent 17.7% and apartments 16.9%, offering some entry-level alternatives. Monthly mortgage repayments average $1,817, with a mortgage-to-income ratio of 29.0%, just below the 30% stress threshold, giving buyers a thin but intact buffer compared to higher-priced metro markets. Outright owners make up 36.7% of households, indicating a settled, low-debt base that tends to keep forced-sale pressure low.
For Investors
Renters account for 33.1% of households, providing a steady tenant base, though weekly rent of $320 against a $1,612,000 median implies a gross yield of roughly 1.0%, lower than most Adelaide suburbs. The vacancy rate of 8.6% is elevated and warrants scrutiny before purchasing, as it suggests supply exceeds current tenant demand in the immediate area. On the demand side, overseas migration drives strong net inflows of 296 people per year to the broader SA2 area, which has historically supported rental absorption. Development activity reached 18 applications in the past 12 months, below the 20-application threshold, indicating constrained new supply that could tighten vacancies over time as population grows at 0.79% annually.
Development Activity
Total DAs
146
Last 12 Months
21
YoY ChangeiYear-over-year change in DA lodgements
-8.7%
Avg DA CostiAverage estimated cost per DA in the past year
N/A
Monthly DA Lodgements
DA Categories
Schools in Felixstow iICSEA: school advantage index. 1000 = national avg, higher = more advantaged
Felixstow Primary School
R-6 · 76 students
Demographics
The median age of 42 sits 2 years above the national figure, reflecting a settled, established resident profile. University qualifications reach 51.6%, which is 21.5 percentage points higher than the national average, one of the more striking educational differentials across Adelaide suburbs. Overseas-born residents are 40.8% of the population, 19.2 points above national, with English (569), Italian (434) and Chinese (356) ancestries as the top three groups. Mandarin is spoken by 101 residents and Italian by 84, the leading non-English languages. Average household size of 2.3 is 0.2 below national, consistent with the older couple-dominated profile where 30.2% of families are couples without children.
Age Distribution
Bedrooms
Dwelling Structure
65.5%
Houses
17.7%
Townhouse
16.9%
Apartment
Tenure
The tenure mix leans toward stability: 36.7% own outright, 30.2% hold a mortgage and 33.1% rent. Outright ownership at 36.7% exceeds the renter share, a pattern associated with longer-held properties and lower forced-sale risk. Separate houses are the dominant form at 65.5%, compared to 17.7% semi-detached and 16.9% apartments. Three-bedroom dwellings make up 54.9% of stock and four-plus bedroom homes 19.8%, meaning the suburb skews toward family-sized configurations. The median house price moved from $1,201,500 in Q1 2025 to $1,612,000 in Q1 2026, a 34.2% gain in 12 months. Rent-to-income sits at 22.1% and mortgage-to-income at 29.0%, so neither renters nor mortgagees are in technical housing stress by standard thresholds.
Median House Price Trend
Source: State Valuer-General
Mortgage / mo
$1,817
Rent / wk
$320
HH Size
2.3
Personal Income / wk
$687
Vacancy Ratei% of dwellings unoccupied on Census night (ABS 2021)
8.6%
Unoccupied
93
Rent / IncomeiMedian rent as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
22.1%
Mortgage / IncomeiMedian mortgage as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
29.0%
Community Profile
Languages Spoken at Home
Ancestry
Household Composition
30.2%
Couples, no children
1,776
Total families
Economy & Employment
Healthcare is the largest employing industry at 21.0% (173 workers), followed by Education at 12.9% (106) and Professional/Tech at 11.4% (94). Public Admin accounts for 8.3% and Retail 6.1%. By occupation, Professionals lead with 347 workers, well ahead of Clerical/Admin (157) and Community/Personal services (148). Managers account for 128 workers, consistent with the decile 8 IEO score for education and occupation advantage. The full-time employment rate is 59.9%, with an unemployment rate of 5.8%, which is above the national norm, partly because the participation rate of 52.0% is low, meaning a significant share of the 851 residents not in the labour force are retirees or carers rather than unemployed job-seekers. Weekly household income averages $1,445, placing Felixstow at the 43.7th percentile nationally.
Unemployment
3.1%
Labour Force
7,969
Unemployed
251
Quarterly Trend
Source: SALM Dec-25
Socio-Economic Indexes (SEIFA)iABS index ranking suburbs from 1 (most disadvantaged) to 10 (most advantaged)
Full-time
59.9%
Part-time
34.3%
Participation
52.0%
Employed
1,047
Occupations
Top Industries
University
51.6%
Postgraduate
14.6%
Born Overseas
40.8%
Dwellings
991
Transport to Work
Car dependence is high at 77.5% of commuters driving, above the national urban norm, with only 12.7% using public transport and 3.3% walking or cycling, reflecting limited active transport infrastructure for a suburb this close to Adelaide. No schools are recorded inside the Felixstow boundary, so families draw on schools in surrounding suburbs of the northeast corridor. The crime rate of 41.2 offences per 1,000 residents provides a baseline measure; without a state or national comparison figure in the dataset, context comes from the suburb's SEIFA standing. The IRSAD decile of 6 places Felixstow in the moderate-advantage band nationally, and the IEO decile of 8 confirms strong education and occupation outcomes. Volunteering runs at 16.7% and 9.8% of residents need daily assistance, the latter slightly elevated relative to the overall advantage level.
Drive
77.5%
Public Transport
12.7%
Walk / Cycle
3.3%
Work from Home
N/A
Population Forecast
+0.79%/yr
(+112 people/yr)
EstablishedPopulation grew 8.8% over the decade and is now tracked at 0.79% annually, adding roughly 112 persons per year. Overseas migration is the primary driver, with a net inflow of 296 per year more than offsetting net internal outflow of 43. The gentrification score of 29 signals early-stage change: population is up 13% since 2011, the overseas inflow is accelerating, and rent has grown 32.0% over the period. Real incomes rose 20.9% over the decade and affordability has improved from 48.3% in 2011 to 42.9% in 2021, suggesting residents are progressively better positioned relative to housing costs than they were 10 years ago. Medium forecasts for the broader SA2 area project continued steady growth through 2031.
Historical + Forecast
Hamilton-Perry + Holt smoothing on ERP 2001-2025
Age Cohort Forecast
Primary Driver
Overseas Migration
Net Overseas / yr
+296
Net Internal / yr
-43
Gentrification Signal
Early signs
Population +13% since 2011, Strong overseas inflow +296/yr, Accelerating: 1% → 12%
Safety & Crime
Total Offences
102
Year ending June 2024
Rate per 1,000 People
41.2
Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria / SA Police
National Ranking iPercentile rank among ~15,000 AU suburbs. 90% = higher than 90% of suburbs
How Felixstow compares to ~15,000 Australian suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Felixstow a good suburb to live in?
Felixstow rates decile 8 on the IEO index, placing it in the upper education and occupation tier nationally. University qualifications reach 51.6%, which is 21.5 percentage points above the national average. The main trade-offs are an 8.6% vacancy rate in rental properties and no schools recorded within the suburb boundary, requiring families to travel to surrounding areas.
What is the median house price in Felixstow?
The median house price is $1,612,000 as of the first quarter of 2026, up 34.2% from $1,201,500 in the first quarter of 2025. Monthly mortgage repayments average $1,817, with a mortgage-to-income ratio of 29.0%, just under the standard 30% housing stress threshold.
What schools are in Felixstow?
No schools are recorded inside the Felixstow boundary in this dataset. Families rely on schools in neighbouring suburbs of the Adelaide northeast corridor. The local population is highly educated, with 51.6% holding university qualifications, which is 21.5 percentage points above the national figure.
Is Felixstow safe?
Felixstow recorded 102 offences in the dataset period, giving a rate of 41.2 per 1,000 residents. As a broader indicator, the suburb scores decile 6 on the IRSAD index of socioeconomic advantage and disadvantage, placing it in the moderate-to-upper advantage band nationally, and 16.7% of residents volunteer, reflecting community engagement.
Is Felixstow good for property investment?
The 34.2% price growth in 12 months is notable, but a weekly rent of $320 against a $1,612,000 median implies a gross yield near 1.0%, low even by Adelaide standards. The 8.6% vacancy rate is elevated and should be tracked. Overseas migration adding a net 296 people per year to the area supports medium-term demand.
How is Felixstow's population changing?
Population grew 8.8% over the past decade and is currently expanding at 0.79% per year, adding around 112 people annually. Overseas migration is the main driver at net 296 per year, while internal migration produces a small net outflow of 43 per year. Gentrification signals are present, with rent growth of 32.0% and a population increase of 13% since 2011.
What languages are spoken in Felixstow?
About 40.8% of residents were born overseas, which is 19.2 percentage points above the national figure. The top non-English languages are Mandarin (101 speakers), Italian (84), Cantonese (34), Punjabi (25) and Hindi (21). English, Italian and Chinese are the three largest ancestry groups with 569, 434 and 356 residents respectively.
How to read these comparisons
Phrases like "above the national average" reference the unweighted median across Australian suburbs with more than 1,000 residents, not population-weighted national figures. Suburb-level medians are more useful for ranking suburbs against each other; ABS census headlines are population-weighted (so dominated by Sydney and Melbourne) and can read very differently.
Current baseline (refreshed 2026-05-10): median age 40, university-educated 30.1%, born overseas 21.6%, average household size 2.5 people.
Data sources: ABS 2021 Census (demographics, income, tenure), state Valuer-General (house prices), Department of Jobs SALM (unemployment), ACARA (school ICSEA), state Crime Statistics agencies (offences), council DA portals (development applications). Population forecasts use a Hamilton-Perry cohort model calibrated to ABS ERP.
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