South Brighton at a glance
Median house
$1,580,000
+22.5% over 12 months
Median unit
$293,040
Weekly rent
$675
Houses · units $470
Gross yield
2.2%
Houses, on the median
Population
2,763
Median age 44
Walk score
78
Very walkable
Prices: Median of 8 house sales · SA Government · the latest published quarter (updated October 2026) · Rent: SA rental bond data, June 2026 · Population: 2021 Census
Houses change hands at $1,580,000 on a typical sale, well above the South Australia median (8 house sales, SA Government quarterly medians, the latest published quarter (updated October 2026)). Units come in around $293,040, roughly 81% below the house median. The last 12 months delivered strong growth (+22.5%) — well clear of the long-run average for the state.
For buyers
A 20% deposit on the median house works out to roughly $316,000. Prices sit well above the South Australia median, so plan for a stretched deposit and shop carefully on borrowing capacity.
For sellers
Twelve-month growth is +22.5%, supporting confident pricing at the upper end of recent comparables.
Market
House prices in South Brighton.
Median house price
$1,580,000
+22.5% over the past year. Median unit price $293,040.
Median of 8 house sales · SA Government · the latest published quarter (updated October 2026)
Rental and ownership
Weekly rent (house)
$675/wk
Weekly rent (unit)
$470/wk
Owner occupied
70%
Renter occupied
27%
At a deeper level
$1,580,000
+22.5% annual growth
$293,040
2,763
Median age: 44
Rental data as of June 2026· rental-sa
5-year trajectory
at +22.5%/yr
2021
$573K
5-year change
+176%
2026
$1.6M
Trajectory derived from the current median compounded at the suburb’s annual growth rate, not raw sale-by-sale history.
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The brief
What to know about South Brighton.
South Brighton's median house price is $1,580,000 (The SA Government's quarterly suburb median from 8 house sales, the latest published quarter (updated October 2026)).
Postcode 5048 (SA), City of Marion, part of Greater Adelaide.
South Brighton (5048) sits in the Marion region of South Australia. The median house here is $1,580,000, well above the South Australia median of around $720K. Prices have moved +22.5% over the past year, well clear of the South Australia average (5%).
South Brighton has roughly 2,763 residents, with an established, older skew. Households are mostly owner-occupied. Day-to-day life here is very walkable, with most errands manageable on foot.
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Day to day
What it’s like to live here.
South Brighton scores 78/100 on walkability, which makes it very walkable with limited public transport. Coffee, groceries and a meal out are mostly walking-distance, which keeps a household viable on one car.
Summer days here average around 28°C (warm), winter mornings around 7°C (cool). Annual rainfall lands at about 448mm. Data comes from the Bureau of Meteorology's Adelaide (Kent Town) station, 11.1km away.
Schooling within or near the suburb covers 8 government primary, 3 government secondary, 4 Catholic, 5 independent.
Who lives here
Demographics.
The 2021 Census put South Brighton's population at 2,763, with a median age of 44. That sits as an established, older skew. Households are mostly owner-occupied (70% own, 27% rent), which shapes everything from school catchment stability to how often properties turn over. The household mix skews family-dominated (66% family households, 31% lone person), so amenity decisions tend to follow what families want: parks, schools, supermarkets.
Population
2,763
Median age
44
Family households
66%
Lone person
31%
Demographics data as of May 2026· ABS 2021 Census
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For investors
Investment overview.
Gross rental yield on houses sits at 2.22% (median rent $675/wk against a $1,580,000 price tag). Units yield 8.34% gross, often the better cash-flow play for first-time investors. Renter share is modest (27%), so the rental pool is smaller and tenant demand can be patchier than in higher-density suburbs. The 12-month growth of +22.5% adds a capital-growth case on top of the yield.
Gross Yield (House)
Source: data.sa.gov.au · Oct 20262.22%
Based on $1,580,000 median
Gross Yield (Unit)
Source: data.sa.gov.au · Oct 20268.34%
Based on $293,040 median
Annual Growth (House)
Source: data.sa.gov.au · Oct 2026+22.5%
Year-on-year capital growth
Annual Growth (Unit)
Source: data.sa.gov.au · Oct 2026–
Year-on-year capital growth
Owner Occupancy
Source: ABS Census 2021 · May 202670%
Higher = more owner-occupier demand
Days on Market
Source: data.sa.gov.au · Oct 2026–
Lower = higher buyer demand
Gross rental yield is annual rent divided by purchase price, before expenses. It does not account for vacancy rates, management fees, maintenance, or financing costs. Use this as a starting point for further research.
Safety
Crime and safety.
96
total offences in 2025-26
Top offence categories
Crime statistics are reported at LGA level and may cover a broader area than this suburb.
Source: State Police Open Data
Crime data as of June 2026· State Police Open Data
Getting around
Walkability.
78
0
65
Scores calculated from OpenStreetMap data (ODbL)
Walkability data as of May 2026· OpenStreetMap
Place
Location.
Amenities
Transport
Education
Schools in South Brighton.
Local schools for South Brighton
View the catchment for each school to find out more.
Government School Catchment
Brighton Primary School
Seacliff Primary School
Darlington Primary School
© ACARA, licensed under CC BY 4.0.
Climate
Weather year-round.
Annual Rainfall
448 mm
Hottest Month (avg max)
28.0°C
Coldest Month (avg min)
7.0°C
Monthly Rainfall (mm)
Weather data from BOM station Adelaide (Kent Town) (11 km away)
Climate data as of May 2026· Bureau of Meteorology
Frequently asked
About South Brighton.
- What is the median house price in South Brighton?
- The median house price in South Brighton, SA 5048 is $1,580,000 (The SA Government's quarterly suburb median from 8 house sales, the latest published quarter (updated October 2026)). The median unit price is $293,040. Annual growth is +22.5%.
- How much is my house worth in South Brighton?
- A useful starting point is the South Brighton median house price of $1,580,000 (units $293,040). Your home will sit above or below that depending on land size, condition, position and what comparable homes nearby have sold for recently. For a figure specific to your property, request a free property appraisal from a local agent using the form on this page.
- Is South Brighton a good investment?
- On the published figures, the gross rental yield on houses in South Brighton is 2.2%: the median weekly house rent is $675 (SA rental bond data, June 2026) against the median house price of $1,580,000 (SA Government, the latest published quarter, updated October 2026). The median house price rose 22.5% over 12 months on the same SA Government figures. Whether South Brighton is a good investment for you depends on the price you pay, your loan and holding costs, vacancy and your tax position. These are published market figures, not financial advice.
- What is the South Brighton postcode?
- South Brighton is in the 5048 postcode, in SA, in the City of Marion region.
- Where is South Brighton?
- South Brighton is a suburb of Adelaide, in SA 5048. It is part of the Greater Adelaide area, in the City of Marion region.
- What is the average rent in South Brighton?
- The median weekly rent for houses is $675, for units it's $470.
- What schools are in South Brighton?
- There are 20 schools serving South Brighton on this page, including Brighton Primary School, Seacliff Primary School, McAuley Community School.
- How walkable is South Brighton?
- South Brighton has a Walk Score of 78 out of 100, very walkable. transit score 0, bike score 65.
- What suburbs are near South Brighton?
- South Brighton is close to Brighton, Seacliff Park, Seacliff, Dover Gardens, Seaview Downs.
- What is the population of South Brighton?
- The population of South Brighton is approximately 2,763 (2021 Census). The median age is 44.
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