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Crescent

SA 5341 • South Australia

221
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
9.60 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRiversideAgriculturalAffordable

About Crescent

Crescent is a small rural locality in the Riverland region of South Australia, situated within the Renmark Paringa Council area approximately 170 kilometres north-east of Adelaide. Covering nearly 10 square kilometres along the Murray River corridor, the locality is set amid the agricultural heartland of the Riverland — a region renowned for its citrus orchards, vineyards, and market gardens sustained by Murray River irrigation. With a 2021 census population of 221 residents and a median household income of around $41,862, Crescent is a quiet, agricultural community where the river and the land define daily life.

The surrounding Riverland landscape offers a peaceful rural lifestyle with access to the Murray River for fishing, boating, and outdoor recreation. Renmark, the nearest significant town at approximately 48 kilometres, provides hospital services, major supermarkets, schools, and a range of businesses. The wider Riverland region is also a popular destination for houseboating and river tourism, and residents benefit from proximity to these natural assets. Crescent appeals to those seeking an affordable, rural lifestyle connected to one of South Australia's most productive and scenic agricultural regions.

Crescent falls under postcode 5341 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Chaffey electorate.

📍 Location

State
South Australia
Postcode
5341
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Mallee
State Electorate
Chaffey
Type
Locality
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-33.74°, 140.75°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
9.60 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional coach services — Renmark / Adelaide 2–2.5 hours to Adelaide

Commute to Adelaide CBD

Distance
170 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
2–2.5 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
2–2.5 hours

🛣️ Sturt Highway connects west to Adelaide; Renmark is the nearest service centre at ~48 km

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is essential for all daily errands; there are no local shops or footpaths in this rural river locality

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
221
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
N/A
Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Income Comparison

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

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Crescent known for? +

Crescent is known as a quiet rural locality in South Australia's Riverland, surrounded by citrus orchards, vineyards, and market gardens sustained by Murray River irrigation. The area is part of one of South Australia's most productive agricultural regions.

How far is Crescent from Adelaide? +

Crescent is approximately 170 kilometres north-east of Adelaide, making it around a 2 to 2.5 hour drive via the Sturt Highway. Renmark, the nearest major service town, is approximately 48 kilometres away.

Does Crescent have public transport? +

Crescent has no regular local public transport. Limited regional coach services connect the Riverland area to Adelaide, but a private vehicle is essential for all daily travel and errands.

What is the population of Crescent? +

According to the 2021 Census, Crescent had a population of 221 residents within its approximately 10 square kilometre locality in the Renmark Paringa Council area.

Is Crescent a good place to live? +

Crescent offers an affordable, peaceful rural lifestyle in the Riverland, with access to the Murray River for outdoor recreation and proximity to Renmark's services. It suits those drawn to agricultural communities and river living away from the bustle of city life.

What is the postcode for Crescent? +

The postcode for Crescent, SA is 5341.