Average rent in Clarendon, SA2026

Clarendon sits in the Onkaparinga local government area, 21km from the Adelaide CBD, with a population of around 2,729 at the most recent ABS Census (2021). The typical renter pays $290/week — above the South Australia state median of $283/week. 7% of households rent, and the rest own outright or are paying off a mortgage.

$290/wk

ABS 2021 Census median

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Suburb at a glance

Population
2,729

ABS 2021

Median age
48
Distance to Adelaide
21 km
Households renting
7%
Separate houses
99%
Flats / apartments
0%
Born overseas
17%
Top occupation
Professionals
LGA
Onkaparinga

Renting in Clarendon

Clarendon runs roughly with the South Australia state median — renters typically pay $290/week, close to the $283/week state baseline (ABS Census 2021). Most households here own (90% are owners or paying off a mortgage) and only 7% rent. Separate houses dominate the housing stock (99%), which gives the suburb a quieter, family-leaning feel — borne out by a median age of 48 and a population around 2,729. The most common occupation is Professionals, and 17% of residents were born overseas. Clarendon is 21km from Adelaide, and rent trajectories here tend to track the state average rather than running ahead of it — but state rent indices have moved since 2021, so double-check against the live figure above.

Frequently asked questions

What's the median rent in Clarendon?+
According to the ABS 2021 Census, the median weekly rent in Clarendon, SA was $290. 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 Clarendon rent compare to South Australia?+
At the 2021 Census, South Australia's state median rent was $283 a week. Clarendon sat at $290 — 2% above the state average. The suburb is 21km from Adelaide, and rent generally scales with how close you are to the CBD, transit links, and the local dwelling mix (99% separate houses, 0% flats here).
Which suburbs near Clarendon have lower rent?+
A few nearby suburbs come in cheaper than Clarendon's $290/week (ABS 2021): Gawler - South, Salisbury North, Goolwa - Port Elliot. On the higher end, you've got Salisbury East, Morphett Vale - West, Nuriootpa. 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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