Lockleys, SA 5520
Inner-Adelaide convenience with a character all its own.
- City fringe
- $300/wk Median
- 31.1% Renters
Lockleys Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 13.5k
- Median age
- 40
- Median weekly rent
- $300
- To the CBD
- 5.7km
- Walkability
- 9
- Schools within 3 km
- 8
ABS 2021 Census
Lockleys Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Community
A strong, settled community feel — long-term residents, an active neighbourhood association and a genuine sense of people looking out for each other.
Parks & Green Space
A well-used local park anchors the community here, hosting everything from weekend markets to informal Sunday cricket.
Signature Spotlight
City Fringe
Renters land in Lockleys for the balance it strikes — close enough to Adelaide's core to keep the commute reasonable, established enough to have its own local character. 31.1% of the suburb's 13,452 residents rent.
Around Lockleys
Lockleys Central
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Lockleys Village
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Available Rental Properties in Lockleys
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Lockleys
Real questions renters ask before moving to Lockleys.
Is Lockleys walkable?
Lockleys carries a walkability score of 9.0/10 — daily errands and a lot of local life happen comfortably on foot.
Is Lockleys family-friendly for renters?
Lockleys has around 8 school options within 3km, and the area is a common choice for renting families thanks to its quieter streets. At $300/wk median, it's broadly in line with the city average compared to the rest of Adelaide.
What's the community like in Lockleys?
Locals describe Lockleys as friendly and easy to settle into, with an active community calendar. Population sits at 13,452, giving the suburb a solidly-sized feel.
Is Lockleys a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Lockleys has a 31.1% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a solid minority share of residents rent rather than own. Rental stock here turns over steadily, with a mix of houses and units available through the year.
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