Freeling

SA 5372 • Rest of SA

2,688
Population (2021)
$41,080
Median Income
88.88 km²
Area
181m
Elevation

About Freeling

Freeling is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in South Australia, located within the Light (Regional Council) area. With a population of 2,688 and a median income of $41,080, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 88.88 km² at an elevation of 181m, 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. Freeling is ideal for those seeking a slower pace of life away from the urban hustle.

Freeling falls under postcode 5372 and is governed by Light Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Ngadjuri electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
5372
Urban Area
N/A
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Rural
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-34.45°, 138.83°
Statistical Area
Rest of SA
Area
88.88 km²
Elevation
181m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$330
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,400
Avg Household Size
2.9 people
Median Age
33 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,214
Census 2021
2,688
21.4% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$34,424
Income 2021
$41,080
19.3% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,329
Born Overseas 258

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 165
  • 2. Scotland 10
  • 3. Netherlands 9
  • 4. Germany 7
  • 5. United States 7
  • 6. New Zealand 6
  • 7. Wales 5
  • 8. India 4
  • 9. Ireland 3
  • 10. South Africa 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 1,282
English 1,261
German 352
Scottish 218
Irish 179
Italian 76
Australian Aboriginal 69
Dutch 47
Welsh 26
Maltese 16

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,867
Both parents born in Australia
400
Both parents born overseas
319
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
56.5%
Christianity
37.1%
Buddhism
0.4%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
199 (7.4%)
5-14 years
463 (17.2%)
15-19 years
184 (6.8%)
20-24 years
152 (5.7%)
25-34 years
383 (14.2%)
35-44 years
337 (12.5%)
45-54 years
313 (11.6%)
55-64 years
309 (11.5%)
65-74 years
236 (8.8%)
75-84 years
82 (3.1%)
85+ years
41 (1.5%)

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