Mallala

SA 5502 • Rest of SA

1,042
Population (2021)
$36,608
Median Income
113.07 km²
Area
43m
Elevation

About Mallala

Mallala is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in South Australia, located within the Adelaide Plains (District Council) area. With a population of 1,042 and a median income of $36,608, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 113.07 km² at an elevation of 43m, 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. Mallala is ideal for those seeking a slower pace of life away from the urban hustle.

Mallala falls under postcode 5502 and is governed by Adelaide Plains Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Ngadjuri electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
5502
Urban Area
N/A
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Rural
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-34.44°, 138.50°
Statistical Area
Rest of SA
Area
113.07 km²
Elevation
43m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$278
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,192
Avg Household Size
2.5 people
Median Age
37 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
894
Census 2021
1,042
16.6% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$31,824
Income 2021
$36,608
15.0% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 784
Born Overseas 143

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 23
  • 2. New Zealand 9
  • 3. Netherlands 5
  • 4. United States 5
  • 5. Germany 4
  • 6. Iran 4
  • 7. Philippines 3
  • 8. Poland 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 433
English 413
Scottish 88
Irish 72
German 48
Italian 23
Australian Aboriginal 18
Dutch 14
Polish 13
Welsh 10

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

659
Both parents born in Australia
186
Both parents born overseas
78
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
51.2%
Christianity
34.5%
Islam
0.4%
Buddhism
0.3%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
63 (6.0%)
5-14 years
136 (13.1%)
15-19 years
57 (5.5%)
20-24 years
53 (5.1%)
25-34 years
164 (15.7%)
35-44 years
144 (13.8%)
45-54 years
102 (9.8%)
55-64 years
149 (14.3%)
65-74 years
84 (8.1%)
75-84 years
62 (6.0%)
85+ years
18 (1.7%)

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