Elizabeth North suburb profile
Elizabeth North is a residential suburb located in the northern part of Adelaide, South Australia. Known for its affordable housing and community-oriented atmosphere, it attracts families and individuals seeking a suburban lifestyle. The suburb offers a range of amenities, including schools, parks, and shopping centers, providing convenience for its residents. Elizabeth North is well-connected to the rest of Adelaide through public transport, making commuting straightforward. With its blend of established homes and new developments, the suburb continues to grow and evolve, offering a welcoming environment for both long-term residents and newcomers.
Elizabeth North property market performance
Property growth+31.7%Past 12 months
Elizabeth North's property market has shown significant growth in house values over the past 12 months, with a 15.1% increase, bringing the median house price to $655,000. However, the unit market remains inactive, with no sales or price changes recorded.
In terms of sales activity, 31 houses were sold in the past 12 months, with properties spending a median of 53 days on the market. The absence of unit sales indicates a lack of demand or availability in this segment.
The rental market for houses in Elizabeth North has seen a 6.7% increase in average rent over the last 12 months, reaching $480. The unit rental market remains unchanged, reflecting the inactivity in this sector.
| Houses | Units | |
|---|---|---|
Median price Past 3 months | $655K | N/A |
Change in value Past 12 months | 15.1% | N/A |
Sold Past 3 months | 31 | N/A |
Median days on market Past 12 months | 53 | N/A |
Average rent Past 12 months | $480 | N/A |
Change in rent Past 12 months | 6.7% | N/A |
5 year median price trend for houses and units
Elizabeth North demographics
Elizabeth North, located in the northern suburbs of Adelaide, is a community that offers a blend of affordability and family-friendly living. With a population of 3,588, the suburb has a median age of 36, indicating a balanced mix of young families and established residents. The area is characterized by its strong sense of community and accessibility to essential amenities, making it a practical choice for those seeking a suburban lifestyle.
The suburb's housing landscape is predominantly rental-based, with 57.7% of properties being rented. This high rental rate suggests a transient population, including young families and individuals seeking affordable living options. Despite this, there is a significant portion of the community that owns their homes outright (17.7%) or with a mortgage (24.5%), reflecting a stable base of long-term residents.
Family dynamics in Elizabeth North are diverse, with one-parent families making up 40% of the households, highlighting the suburb's support for single-parent families. Couple families with children account for 29.2%, while those without children make up 27.3%. This variety in family structures contributes to a rich community fabric, supported by local schools, parks, and community services. Elizabeth North's affordability, combined with its community-oriented environment, makes it an appealing option for families and individuals looking for a supportive and accessible place to call home.
Elizabeth North infrastructure, key developments and investment opportunities
Elizabeth North continues to benefit from its position between Main North Road and the Gawler railway line, with convenient access to Womma and Broadmeadows stations supporting strong connectivity for commuters and renters.[4][3] Proximity to major retail at Elizabeth City Centre and Munno Para, along with nearby schools such as Mark Oliphant College and St Columba College, underpins steady demand from families and investors seeking affordable housing with reasonable amenity access.[2][6]
Council planning in the broader City of Playford remains focused on gradual infill, renewal of older housing stock and improvement of local parks, which is likely to support incremental uplift in liveability and long-term capital growth rather than rapid transformation.[6] At present there are no widely reported, large-scale new infrastructure or town centre redevelopments specific to Elizabeth North, so market performance is being driven more by affordability, improved transport access and the broader growth of Adelaide’s northern employment and retail corridors than by suburb-specific projects.[4][6]
Elizabeth North rental market trends
The rental market in Elizabeth North has experienced moderate growth, with house rents increasing by 6.7% over the past year to $480 per week. However, unit rents have remained unchanged at $0 per week, indicating a potential lack of available units or data. The suburb continues to offer opportunities for renters and investors, particularly in the housing sector.
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How does Elizabeth North compare to nearby suburbs?
- Median house prices: Elizabeth North’s median house price is 9.2% higher than Davoren Park’s.
- House price growth: Over the past 12 months, house prices in Elizabeth North have grown 1.3% higher than in Elizabeth Park.
- Selling speed for houses: Properties in Elizabeth North are selling 3.6% faster than in Elizabeth Park.
- Investment considerations: In Elizabeth North, the rental yield for house is 23.8% lower than the Adelaide average, while the rental yield for units is 3.9% lower.
- House price growth: Over the past 12 months, house prices in Elizabeth North have grown 43.2% lower than the average rate of growth across Adelaide.
- Unit price growth:Over the past 12 months, unit prices in Elizabeth North have grown 4.4% higher than the average rate of growth for units across Adelaide.

