Barmera

SA 5345 • Rest of SA

2,884
Population (2021)
$30,056
Median Income
77.52 km²
Area
20m
Elevation

About Barmera

Barmera is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in South Australia, located within the Berri and Barmera (District Council) area. With a population of 2,884 and a median income of $30,056, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 77.52 km² at an elevation of 20m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of SA.

The area offers a peaceful rural lifestyle with open spaces, local farms, and a tight-knit community atmosphere. Residents enjoy the tranquility of country living while still having access to essential amenities. Barmera is ideal for those seeking a slower pace of life away from the urban hustle.

Barmera falls under postcode 5345 and is governed by Berri and Barmera Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Chaffey electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
5345
Urban Area
N/A
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Rural
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-34.23°, 140.47°
Statistical Area
Rest of SA
Area
77.52 km²
Elevation
20m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$200
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,028
Avg Household Size
2.1 people
Median Age
49 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,954
Census 2021
2,884
2.4% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$25,116
Income 2021
$30,056
19.7% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,333
Born Overseas 379

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 90
  • 2. Greece 64
  • 3. India 49
  • 4. Philippines 41
  • 5. Italy 20
  • 6. New Zealand 20
  • 7. Scotland 17
  • 8. Netherlands 12
  • 9. United States 10
  • 10. South Africa 6
  • 11. Germany 5
  • 12. Croatia 4
  • 13. China 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,189
Australian 1,109
German 310
Scottish 192
Greek 178
Irish 161
Australian Aboriginal 159
Italian 87
Filipino 53
Dutch 47

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,961
Both parents born in Australia
520
Both parents born overseas
245
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
49.1%
Christianity
41.8%
Sikhism
1.2%
Hinduism
0.6%
Buddhism
0.3%
Islam
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
119 (4.1%)
5-14 years
327 (11.3%)
15-19 years
152 (5.3%)
20-24 years
118 (4.1%)
25-34 years
315 (10.9%)
35-44 years
279 (9.7%)
45-54 years
338 (11.7%)
55-64 years
381 (13.2%)
65-74 years
450 (15.6%)
75-84 years
267 (9.3%)
85+ years
149 (5.2%)

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