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Berri

SA 5343 • Rest of SA

4,143
Population (2021)
$31,720
Median Income
12.08 km²
Area
$215/wk
Median Rent
RuralRiversideRegional CentreAgriculturalAffordable

About Berri

Berri is a regional town in the heart of South Australia's Riverland region, situated 238 kilometres north-east of Adelaide on the northern bank of the Murray River. With a population of around 4,100, it serves as the administrative centre of the Berri Barmera Council. The town was established in 1911 and its name derives from the Aboriginal word "bery bery" meaning "a wide bend in the river." The median age is 42 with a diverse community including significant Greek and German heritage alongside the predominantly Australian-born majority.

Berri is the commercial hub of the Riverland, offering Coles, Woolworths, and the Riverland Plaza Shopping Centre. The town is known for its agricultural and viticultural industries — it is the original home of Berri Ltd juice company. Residents enjoy a relaxed country lifestyle with river access, scenic lookouts, and proximity to wineries. The Berri Resort Hotel, Martin Bend Reserve, and the town's riverfront walking trails provide leisure options. The community hosts various festivals and events throughout the year, attracting visitors to the broader Riverland region.

Berri falls under postcode 5343 and is governed by Berri and Barmera Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Chaffey electorate.

📍 Location

State
South Australia
Postcode
5343
Urban Area
Berri
LGA / Council
Berri and Barmera
Federal Electorate
Barker
State Electorate
Chaffey
Type
Urban
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-34.28°, 140.60°
Statistical Area
Rest of SA
Area
12.08 km²
Elevation
52m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • LinkSA Riverland — Adelaide via Renmark and Waikerie 3.5 hours to Adelaide
  • Local Berri bus — Berri town loop via hospital 15-20 mins

Commute to Adelaide CBD

Distance
238 km
By Bus
3.5 hours (coach)
By Car (Peak)
2 hours 45 mins
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hours 40 mins

🛣️ No rail service; regional coach or private car only. Nearest regional centre is Renmark (20 km).

Walkability Car-Dependent

Town centre shops walkable, but most errands require a car given the spread-out regional layout

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Coles
    Riverland Plaza Shopping Centre Kay Avenue Berri 5343 SA
  • Woolworths
    14 Vaughan Terrace Berri 5343 SA

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$215
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,040
Avg Household Size
2.1 people
Median Age
42 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
11.7%

171 state housing + 35 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
4,088
Census 2021
4,143
▲ 1.3% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$26,988
Income 2021
$31,720
▲ 17.5% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,281
Born Overseas 570

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 118
  • 2. India 92
  • 3. New Zealand 32
  • 4. Greece 27
  • 5. Philippines 22
  • 6. Netherlands 21
  • 7. China 19
  • 8. Germany 19
  • 9. Scotland 18
  • 10. Italy 17

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,596
Australian 1,546
German 476
Scottish 275
Irish 270
Australian Aboriginal 252
Greek 149
Italian 106
Indian 71
Dutch 66

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,697
Both parents born in Australia
801
Both parents born overseas
352
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
46.2%
Christianity
41.6%
Sikhism
1.9%
Hinduism
0.7%
Islam
0.4%
Buddhism
0.3%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
191 (4.6%)
5-14 years
473 (11.4%)
15-19 years
247 (6.0%)
20-24 years
275 (6.6%)
25-34 years
515 (12.4%)
35-44 years
472 (11.4%)
45-54 years
498 (12.0%)
55-64 years
489 (11.8%)
65-74 years
523 (12.6%)
75-84 years
292 (7.0%)
85+ years
166 (4.0%)

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