Located just 7.5km outside of Adelaide’s bustling CBD is quiet, leafy Burnside. This prestigious suburb, renowned for its period architecture, sprawling reserves and stunning hilltop views has become a haven for older and established families as well as empty-nesters in pursuit of luxurious living. Established in 1839, Burnside has evolved into one of South Australia’s most high-demand markets, with Canstar naming it as one of the best suburbs to buy in in Adelaide. Could this historical, high-end gem be the perfect location for your new home?
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Demographics
Burnside is located within The City of Burnside; a mostly residential, upper-middle-class locality. The suburb has a population of 2,930 citizens with a median age of 43, a higher-than-average number reflecting Burnside’s appeal to older, well-to-do couples and families. Nearly half of all citizens have a Bachelor’s Degree or above, with professional and managerial roles accounting for the most common occupations. 81% of Burnside’s citizens are homeowners. The median property has sat firmly around $920,000 for the past twelve months.
Transportation
Commuting via car is popular within this suburb, with Adelaide’s CBD located only 15 minutes away. The area is also serviced by a number of bus routes operated by Adelaide Metro, including the 141, 142, 580, 821, 822, 871 and 872. The bus journey from to the CBD takes around 35-40 minutes.
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Retail Therapy
Locals have the privilege of being a stone’s throw away from Burnside Village Shopping Centre, Adelaide’s luxury shopping destination. This modern complex has the essentials covered with Coles and Bakers Delight, as well as local purveyors offering high-quality meat, baked goods and produce. Burnside Village is also home to renowned Australian brands including Oroton, sass & bide, Carla Zampatti and Scanlan Theodore. Shoppers have access to a variety of eateries, personal styling facilities and a VIP program.
The School Run
The suburb is conveniently nestled amongst many great schools and universities. Burnside Primary School is located within the suburb, with Kensington Gardens Preschool Centre, Jescott Montessori Preschool and Goodstart Early Learning Linden Park offering Kindergarten options for the little ones just nearby. The area is not far from Marryatville High School and Glenunga International High School as well as St Peter’s Girls’ School for Anglican students. University students are spoilt for choice, with the University of Adelaide, the University of South Australia and Torrens University all within 10kms of Burnside, with UniSA’s Magill Campus only an 8-minute drive away.
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Local Amenities
Life in Burnside is leisurely and luxurious. Venture southeast to the breathtaking Waterfall Gully Reserve, where you can take in stunning waterfalls or embark on the popular Mt Lofty Summit Hike. Alternatively, you could take a dip at the George Bolton Swimming Centre, or dine in style at the trendy Feathers Hotel. The Burnside Ballroom is a local favourite, featuring a variety of performances throughout the year that showcase South Australian Talent. Burnside has all the makings of an affluent suburban oasis for those looking to take it easy.
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