Salisbury North, South Australia — interactive Google street map, satellite and terrain views, Street View, live local weather conditions and 7-day forecasts, real-time local and world news, and an editorial description of Salisbury North, in the City Of Salisbury local government area.
| Locality | Salisbury North |
| State | South Australia (SA) |
| Local Government Area | City Of Salisbury |
| Country | Australia |
| Timezone | Australian Central Time (ACST/ACDT) |
| Remoteness | Major Cities of Australia |
| Latitude | -34.74398 |
| Longitude | 138.62288 |
| Population | 9,724 |
| Density | 2293.4 /km² |
| Area | 4.2 km² |
| Elevation | 25 m |
| Postcode | 5108 |
| Area Code | 08 |
| Distance to Adelaide | 21 km north |
Salisbury North is a locality in the City Of Salisbury local government area of South Australia, Australia. It has a population of approximately 9,724. The locality covers an area of 4.2 km², giving a population density of about 2293.4 people per km². It sits at an elevation of around 25 m above sea level. It lies approximately 21 km north of Adelaide. Salisbury North is located at 34.7440°S, 138.6229°E. It observes Australian Central Time (ACST/ACDT). Postcode: 5108.
Salisbury North unfolds across a relatively flat expanse, its character defined by the subtle interplay of suburban grids and the persistent presence of natural drainage lines. It lies 19.6 km south-west of Gawler, SA (from Gawler, SA: bearing 214°T), and is situated 4.6 km north-north-east of Parafield Gardens. The land here, a gentle cradle of earth, is often fringed by pockets of native scrub, resilient survivors of a landscape shaped by both human endeavour and the patient hand of nature. During the summer months, the air can carry a dry, almost dusty warmth, a testament to the region's Mediterranean climate, while the late afternoon light often casts long, soft shadows, imbuing the streets with a quiet, contemplative glow. The dominant colours are the muted greens of well-tended lawns and the earthy ochres of the soil, punctuated by the bright hues of flowering shrubs that bravely bloom against the often-intense South Australian sun.
Historically, Salisbury North's development is intrinsically linked to the post-war expansion of Adelaide, serving as a dormitory suburb for a growing population drawn to the promise of new beginnings. The local economy, while now largely residential, retains echoes of its past, with nearby agricultural lands still contributing to the region’s productivity, though the sprawling suburbs have undeniably reshaped the agricultural footprint. The area's character is one of quiet domesticity, a place where the rhythm of life is dictated by school runs, weekend gardening, and the shared experience of a settled community. While grand landmarks are few, Salisbury North possesses a distinct charm in its everyday ordinariness, a place where the simple act of a neighbour waving across the street speaks volumes about the local spirit.
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This page provides an interactive Google map of Salisbury North, South Australia with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions with current observations and a 7-day forecast are powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while an editorially written description provides background on Salisbury North, in the City Of Salisbury local government area.
Detailed location data for Salisbury North includes the postcode (5108), telephone area code (08), and local government area (City Of Salisbury), with an ABS remoteness classification of Major Cities of Australia. These are among the most commonly searched location details for any Australian city, town or locality.
Location data is drawn from Geoscape Administrative Boundaries (GDA2020) and enriched with GeoNames and Australian Bureau of Statistics data, matched by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Salisbury North is identified even where the name is shared across multiple localities.
| Page generated | June 2026 |
| Location data | Geoscape Administrative Boundaries (GDA2020); enriched with GeoNames and ABS 2021 Census data, matched by coordinate proximity |
| Description | Editorial description generated with AI assistance from verified Geoscape, ABS and GeoNames location data. |