Average rent in Blackwood, SA2026

Blackwood is part of the Mitcham council area and sits 12km out from the Adelaide CBD, with around 12,963 residents at the 2021 ABS Census. Renters here typically pay $370/week, which is above the South Australia median of $283/week. About 10% of households rent — the rest are owners or paying down a mortgage.

$370/wk

ABS 2021 Census median

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Suburb at a glance

Population
12,963

ABS 2021

Median age
43
Distance to Adelaide
12 km
Households renting
10%
Separate houses
91%
Flats / apartments
6%
Born overseas
22%
Top occupation
Professionals
LGA
Mitcham

Renting in Blackwood

Blackwood is one of the more expensive parts of South Australia to rent in — the typical renter pays $370/week, around 31% above the state median of $283/week (ABS Census 2021). Most households here own (around 88% are owners or paying a mortgage), and the suburb is mostly separate houses (91%) rather than units. That mix usually means a smaller, slower-turnover rental pool than in inner-city areas at a similar price. The suburb sits 12km from Adelaide, with a population of around 12,963 and a median age of 43. The biggest occupation category is Professionals. Renters often wait longer here, and inspections fill quickly when stock does come up.

Frequently asked questions

What's the median rent in Blackwood?+
According to the ABS 2021 Census, the median weekly rent in Blackwood, SA was $370. The live figure at the top of this page reflects what RenterSay users have reported more recently. State-wide rent indices suggest the 2021 number is by now well behind current asking rents — use it as a baseline, not a quote.
How does Blackwood rent compare to South Australia?+
The South Australia state median weekly rent was $283 at the 2021 Census, while Blackwood came in at $370 — 31% above. Blackwood sits 12km from Adelaide, and rent tends to scale roughly with CBD proximity, transit access, and dwelling type mix (which here is 91% separate houses and 6% flats).
Which suburbs near Blackwood have lower rent?+
A few nearby suburbs come in cheaper than Blackwood's $370/week (ABS 2021): Belair, Sheidow Park - Trott Park, Norwood (SA). On the higher end, you've got Highbury - Dernancourt, Flagstaff Hill, Marino - Seaview Downs. Just remember that cheaper rent doesn't always mean better value — commute times, transit access, and the actual condition of the housing stock matter too. You can add to the live picture for your area using the rent submission form below.

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