Black Forest
City in South Australia, Australia
Overview
Black Forest is a charming suburb in South Australia, blending lush greenery with a welcoming local community. Its small-town vibe, proximity to Adelaide, and relaxed pace make it ideal for families and those seeking tranquility. The area boasts tree-lined streets, parks, and creative hubs.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Australia
State
South Australia
Population
1,982
Time Zone
Australia/Adelaide
Coordinates
-34.96°, 138.58°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
87
Female Safety
85
LGBTQ+ Safety
82
Traffic Safety
75
Food Safety
97
Monthly Cost
$2,480
Local Cost
$1,670
Local Income
$3,550
Cashless
92
English
100
Temperature
16.0°C
Summer Avg
21.6°C
Winter Avg
10.2°C
Record High
45.1°C
Record Low
-0.3°C
Humidity
65%
Precipitation
431 mm
Internet Speed
74 Mbps
Upload
16 Mbps
Latency
11 ms
City Vibrancy
49
Coworking
0
Cafes
20
Nightlife
4
Parks
25
Transport
100
Walk Score
100
Footways
572.0
Airport
ADL
Distance
4 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 77 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-08.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 78/100.