Aberfoyle Park suburb profile
Aberfoyle Park is a picturesque suburb located in the southern foothills of Adelaide, offering a serene and family-friendly environment. Known for its lush greenery and rolling hills, it provides residents with a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. The suburb features a range of amenities, including shopping centers, schools, and recreational facilities, making it ideal for families. Aberfoyle Park is well-connected to the city via public transport and major roads, ensuring convenience for commuters. Its natural beauty, community spirit, and comprehensive amenities make it a desirable place to live.
Aberfoyle Park property market performance
Aberfoyle Park's property market has shown positive growth over the past 12 months, with house values increasing by 7.3%. The current median house price stands at $990,000, reflecting a strong demand for houses in the area. However, the unit market remains stagnant, with no change in median value and limited sales activity.
In terms of sales, 31 houses were sold over the last 12 months, while only 5 units changed hands, indicating a preference for houses. Houses are taking a median of 50 days on the market, suggesting a moderate pace in sales activity.
The rental market for houses in Aberfoyle Park has seen a modest increase, with average rents rising by 4.2% to $625 over the past year. The unit rental market remains inactive, with no recorded changes in rent prices.
| Houses | Units | |
|---|---|---|
Median price Past 3 months | $923K | N/A |
Change in value Past 12 months | 7.5% | N/A |
Sold Past 3 months | 27 | 5 |
Median days on market Past 12 months | 50 | N/A |
Average rent Past 12 months | $628 | N/A |
Change in rent Past 12 months | 6.4% | N/A |
5 year median price trend for houses and units
Aberfoyle Park demographics
Aberfoyle Park, located in the southern suburbs of Adelaide, is a family-friendly area known for its leafy streets and community-oriented lifestyle. With a population of 11,234, the suburb offers a peaceful environment that appeals to families and retirees alike. The median age of 42 suggests a mature community, with many residents enjoying the balance of suburban tranquility and accessibility to city amenities.
The suburb is characterized by a strong presence of family households, with 44.6% being couple families with children and 39.5% being couple families without children. This highlights Aberfoyle Park's appeal to both growing families and those whose children have left home. One-parent families make up 15.2% of the community, adding to the suburb's diverse family dynamics.
Property ownership in Aberfoyle Park is predominantly stable, with 35.2% of homes owned outright and 49.9% owned with a mortgage. This reflects a community with a strong sense of home ownership and investment in the area. Only 14.9% of properties are rented, indicating a preference for long-term residency among its inhabitants. The suburb's median total household income of $1,765 per week supports a comfortable lifestyle, making it an attractive option for those seeking a suburban haven with a strong community spirit.
Aberfoyle Park infrastructure, key developments and investment opportunities
Aberfoyle Park benefits from established local infrastructure, with The Hub Shopping Centre and nearby community facilities acting as key anchors for daily amenities and services, supporting steady buyer demand in the area.[5][8] The suburb is well regarded for its access to multiple schools, child care and kindergartens, which continues to make it attractive to families and underpins competition for family homes.[5][8] Recent investment in aged care, including the modern Resthaven residential facility on Hub Drive, adds to the area’s appeal for downsizers and multigenerational households, broadening the local buyer profile.[3]
Residents also benefit from convenient access to major employment and lifestyle hubs, with commuting links to the city, Westfield Marion, Brighton Beach and nearby national parks enhancing Aberfoyle Park’s livability and long-term desirability.[5][8] At this time there are no widely publicised major new transport corridors, large-scale rezonings or significant greenfield developments within Aberfoyle Park itself, so the property market is more influenced by incremental amenity improvements and broader metropolitan trends than by single transformative projects.
Aberfoyle Park rental market trends
The rental market in Aberfoyle Park has experienced moderate growth, with house rents increasing by 4.2% over the past year to $625 per week. However, unit rents have remained unchanged, reflecting a stable market for units. Aberfoyle Park continues to offer a balanced rental environment, appealing to families and individuals seeking a suburban lifestyle.
Suburbs near Aberfoyle Park
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How does Aberfoyle Park compare to nearby suburbs?
- Median house prices: Aberfoyle Park’s median house price is 0.3% higher than Happy Valley’s.
- House price growth: Over the past 12 months, house prices in Aberfoyle Park have grown 1.4% higher than in Reynella East.
- Selling speed for houses: Properties in Aberfoyle Park are selling 2.0% faster than in Happy Valley.
- House price growth: Over the past 12 months, house prices in Aberfoyle Park have grown 5.9% lower than the average rate of growth across Adelaide.
- Unit price growth:Over the past 12 months, unit prices in Aberfoyle Park have grown 16.5% higher than the average rate of growth for units across Adelaide.

