Salisbury Plain, SA: suburb profile
The population of Salisbury Plain SA is 1,333 according to the 2021 Census. The median personal income in Salisbury Plain is $577 per week ($30,004 per year). Median rent in Salisbury Plain is $285 per week ($1,235 per month). Salisbury Plain has a median age of 37 years, younger than the national median of 38. Salisbury Plain has a population density of 986 people per km².
The most common overseas birthplace in Salisbury Plain is England. The most common religion is No religion (37.2% of residents). After English, the most spoken language is Nepali. The median monthly mortgage repayment in Salisbury Plain is $1,300.
There were 74 recorded offences in Salisbury Plain in 2025-26, a rate of 56 offences per 1,000 people. The most common offence category was theft (37 offences).
Source: ABS Census of Population and Housing 2021; offences from SA Government Open Data (data.sa.gov.au), 2025-26.
Salisbury Plain Map
Salisbury Plain Population
1,333 residents at the 2021 Census.
Salisbury Plain Median Income & Rent
Salisbury Plain Demographics
Gender Split
Population Density
Households
Salisbury Plain Age Distribution
Source: ABS Census 2021, Suburb and Locality (SAL)
Salisbury Plain Home Ownership
Of owner-occupied homes in Salisbury Plain, 41.7% are owned outright and 58.3% have a mortgage.
Rented homes are not included in this breakdown.
Source: ABS Census 2021, Suburb and Locality (SAL)
Most common overseas birthplaces
- England
- Afghanistan
- India
- Iran
- Greece
Source: ABS Census 2021, G09 Country of Birth by SAL
Salisbury Plain Religion
Source: ABS Census 2021, G14 Religion by SAL
Salisbury Plain Education Level
Shares are of people whose highest year of school is Year 9 to 12 only. Source: ABS Census 2021, G16 Highest Year of School by SAL
Most common languages at home other than English
- Nepali
- Greek
- Italian
- Spanish
- Arabic
- Vietnamese
- Punjabi
Source: ABS Census 2021, G13 Language Spoken at Home by SAL
Salisbury Plain Employment
Source: ABS Census 2021, G46 Labour Force Status by SAL
Salisbury Plain Qualifications
Source: ABS Census 2021, G49 Non-School Qualification by SAL
Salisbury Plain Occupation
Source: ABS Census 2021, G51 Industry of Employment by Occupation
Salisbury Plain Field of Study
Source: ABS Census 2021, G51 Field of Study by SAL
Salisbury Plain Dwelling Types
Source: ABS Census 2021, G36 Dwelling Structure by SAL
Salisbury Plain Weekly Household Income
Source: ABS Census 2021, G33 Household Income by SAL
Salisbury Plain Marital Status
Source: ABS Census 2021, G05 Marital Status by SAL
Salisbury Plain Ancestry
Shares are of the suburb population. People can report up to two ancestries, so shares add to more than 100%. Source: ABS Census 2021, G08 Ancestry by SAL
Salisbury Plain School & University Attendance
Source: ABS Census 2021, G15 Type of Educational Institution by SAL
Salisbury Plain Need for Assistance
Source: ABS Census 2021, G18 Core Activity Need for Assistance by SAL
Salisbury Plain Volunteering
Source: ABS Census 2021, G23 Voluntary Work by SAL
Salisbury Plain Monthly Mortgage Repayments
Source: ABS Census 2021, G38 Mortgage Repayment by SAL
Salisbury Plain How People Get to Work
Source: ABS Census 2021, G62 Method of Travel to Work by SAL
Salisbury Plain Car Ownership
Source: ABS Census 2021, G34 Motor Vehicles per Dwelling by SAL
Salisbury Plain Number of Bedrooms
Source: ABS Census 2021, G41 Number of Bedrooms by SAL
Salisbury Plain Population Mobility
Source: ABS Census 2021, G43 Summary by SAL
Salisbury Plain Indigenous Population
Source: ABS Census 2021, G07 Indigenous Status by SAL
Salisbury Plain Long-term Health Conditions
Source: ABS Census 2021, G19 Long-term Health Conditions by SAL
Salisbury Plain Personal Weekly Income Distribution
Source: ABS Census 2021, G17 Personal Income by SAL
Salisbury Plain Family Structure
Source: ABS Census 2021, G29 Family Composition by SAL
Salisbury Plain Military Service
Source: ABS Census 2021, G22 ADF Service by SAL
Salisbury Plain Unpaid Carers
Source: ABS Census 2021, G25 Unpaid Assistance by SAL
Salisbury Plain Children Ever Born
Source: ABS Census 2021, G28 Children Ever Born by SAL
Salisbury Plain When Migrants Arrived
Source: ABS Census 2021, G10 Year of Arrival by SAL
Salisbury Plain Unpaid Domestic Work
Source: ABS Census 2021, G24 Unpaid Domestic Work by SAL
Salisbury Plain Household Size
Source: ABS Census 2021, G35 Household Size by SAL
Salisbury Plain Where Residents Moved From
Source: ABS Census 2021, G44 Address 1 Year Ago by SAL
Salisbury Plain Family Blending
Source: ABS Census 2021, G31 Family Blending by SAL
Salisbury Plain Crime Statistics
74 reported offences in 2025-26, by category.
Total offences by year
Source: SA Government Open Data (data.sa.gov.au).
Salisbury Plain Schools
Showing 15 of 16 schools.
Source: Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority (ACARA), 2025. ICSEA is the Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage (national average 1000).
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23% of median household income goes on median rent
Marks at 25% and 35%. Band: affordable.
Rent is under 25% of household income, generally considered affordable.
Median rent in Salisbury Plain against your income
Cheaper alternatives with similar incomes
Salisbury Plain vs the typical SA suburb
The median personal income in Salisbury Plain is $577 a week, 24% below the typical SA suburb ($759). That ranks 589th of 710 SA suburbs with 200 or more residents. Median rent is $285 a week, $15 less than the typical SA suburb. Rent takes 22.7% of the median household income here, against 19.5% in the typical SA suburb. The median resident is 37, 6 years younger than in the typical SA suburb (43).
| Measure | Salisbury Plain | Typical SA | Typical Australia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Personal income | $577/wk | $759/wk | $766/wk |
| Household income | $1,258/wk | $1,494/wk | $1,637/wk |
| Rent | $285/wk | $300/wk | $330/wk |
| Mortgage repayment | $1,300/mo | $1,534/mo | $1,733/mo |
| Median age | 37 | 43 | 42 |
| Rent share of household income | 22.7% | 19.5% | 20.3% |
Suburbs near Salisbury Plain
The closest suburb to Salisbury Plain is Salisbury Park, 1.1 km away.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Salisbury Plain
What is the population of Salisbury Plain SA?
The population of Salisbury Plain SA is 1,333 according to the ABS Census 2021.The suburb has a population density of 986 people per km².Salisbury Plain is ranked #3,559 out of 14,663 suburbs by population.
What is the median income in Salisbury Plain?
The median personal income in Salisbury Plain SA is $577 per week, or $30,004 per year.The median household income is $1,258 per week.Family income is $1,523 per week.Salisbury Plain is ranked #7,412 by income out of 14,663 Australian suburbs.
How much is rent in Salisbury Plain?
Median rent in Salisbury Plain SA is $285 per week ($1,235 per month).Rent represents 22.7% of household income, which is considered affordable.Salisbury Plain ranks #5,291 out of 14,663 suburbs by rent.
What are mortgage repayments in Salisbury Plain?
The median monthly mortgage repayment in Salisbury Plain SA is $1,300. This data comes from the ABS Census 2021 and reflects mortgage repayments for owner-occupied dwellings.
What is the median age in Salisbury Plain?
The median age in Salisbury Plain SA is 37 years.This is younger than the national median age of 38 years.
Is Salisbury Plain a good suburb to live in?
Salisbury Plain is a suburb in South Australia with a population of 1,333.The median income is $577/wk, which is below the typical SA suburb ($759/wk).Rent affordability is rated as affordable (22.7% of household income). See the full suburb profile above for detailed statistics.
Data: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. SA2 area: 41294. All dollar figures in AUD.