Average rent in Gawler - North, SA2026

Gawler - North sits in the Light local government area, 41km from the Adelaide CBD, with a population of around 9,545 at the most recent ABS Census (2021). The typical renter pays $310/week — above the South Australia state median of $283/week. 16% of households rent, and the rest own outright or are paying off a mortgage.

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ABS 2021 Census median

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Suburb at a glance

Population
9,545

ABS 2021

Median age
40
Distance to Adelaide
41 km
Households renting
16%
Separate houses
94%
Flats / apartments
0%
Born overseas
13%
Top occupation
Technicians and Trades Workers
LGA
Light

Renting in Gawler - North

Gawler - North sits close to the South Australia median, with renters typically paying $310/week — within striking distance of the state-wide $283/week baseline (ABS Census 2021). The suburb is largely owner-occupied: 82% of households own outright or with a mortgage, and only 16% rent. Housing stock is dominated by separate houses (94%), giving the suburb a settled, family-oriented character that's reflected in the median age of 40 and a population of around 9,545. The most common occupation is Technicians and Trades Workers, and 13% of residents were born overseas. 41km from Adelaide, Gawler - North is the kind of mid-market suburb that usually sees stable rent trajectories rather than rapid spikes — though state rent indices since 2021 are worth checking against your reported figure above.

Frequently asked questions

What's the median rent in Gawler - North?+
Based on ABS Census 2021 data, the median weekly rent for households in Gawler - North, SA was $310. Where renters have submitted recent reports through RenterSay, the live figure shown above reflects post-2021 changes. State rent indices like CoreLogic and Domain suggest the 2021 baseline is now several years stale — treat it as the historical anchor, not the current asking price.
How does Gawler - North rent compare to South Australia?+
At the 2021 Census, South Australia's state median rent was $283 a week. Gawler - North sat at $310 — 10% above the state average. The suburb is 41km from Adelaide, and rent generally scales with how close you are to the CBD, transit links, and the local dwelling mix (94% separate houses, 0% flats here).
Which suburbs near Gawler - North have lower rent?+
Nearby suburbs with lower median rents than Gawler - North's $310/week (ABS 2021) include Mount Barker Surrounds, Lyndoch, Adelaide Hills. Royal Park - Hendon - Albert Park, Fulham, Hope Valley - Modbury sit above. Bear in mind that lower nominal rent doesn't always reflect better value once you factor in commute time, transit access, and housing condition — the rent submission form below lets you contribute to the live picture for your area.

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