South Australia location profile
St Clair SA 5011
St Clair is a modern master-planned suburb in Adelaide’s west, built around landscaped wetlands, walking trails and contemporary housing. It appeals to families, young professionals and downsizers seeking a low-maintenance lifestyle with strong transport links and local amenities.
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Why families consider St Clair
Predominantly newer townhouses and detached homes with a mix of families, professionals and multicultural residents. Lifestyle is active and convenient, centred on the wetlands, recreation centre and St Clair Village, with quick rail access to the city.
Amenities & services
- St Clair Village shopping centre (Coles, specialty shops, cafes)
- Armada Arndale Shopping Centre (Kilkenny)
- Westfield West Lakes (West Lakes)
- GP and dental clinics around St Clair Village
- The Queen Elizabeth Hospital (Woodville South)
- Restaurants and cafes in St Clair Village and along Port Road
- Woodville Library – 72 Woodville Road, Woodville
- Findon Library – Findon (City of Charles Sturt)
Transport & connectivity
- St Clair railway station (Outer Harbor line) with frequent services to Adelaide CBD
- Adelaide Metro buses along Woodville Road, Cheltenham Parade, Port Road and Torrens Road
- Major roads: Port Road, Torrens Road, Woodville Road, Cheltenham Parade
Lifestyle & recreation
- St Clair Recreation Centre (indoor courts and fitness facilities)
- Walking and cycling paths around the St Clair Wetlands
- Community sports ovals and playspaces
- Reading Cinemas Arndale (Kilkenny) nearby
- Adelaide Entertainment Centre (Hindmarsh) nearby
- St Clair Wetlands
- St Clair Recreation Reserve
- St Clair Oval and Playspace
Education context
Multiple long day care and early learning centres in and around St Clair, Woodville and Cheltenham; OSHC available at nearby primary schools; moderate demand with some waitlists for infant rooms.
- University of South Australia – City West Campus (Adelaide CBD)
- University of Adelaide – North Terrace Campus (Adelaide CBD)
- TAFE SA – Regency Campus (Regency Park)
- UniSA – Mawson Lakes Campus (Mawson Lakes)