Monash

SA 5342 • Rest of SA

1,110
Population (2021)
$39,260
Median Income
213.24 km²
Area
45m
Elevation

About Monash

Monash is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in South Australia, located within the Berri and Barmera (District Council) area. With a population of 1,110 and a median income of $39,260, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 213.24 km² at an elevation of 45m, 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. Monash is ideal for those seeking a slower pace of life away from the urban hustle.

Monash falls under postcode 5342 and is governed by Berri and Barmera Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Chaffey electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
5342
Urban Area
N/A
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Rural
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-34.20°, 140.57°
Statistical Area
Rest of SA
Area
213.24 km²
Elevation
45m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

No schools listed for this postcode.

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$230
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,148
Avg Household Size
2.5 people
Median Age
47 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,124
Census 2021
1,110
1.2% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$32,084
Income 2021
$39,260
22.4% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 953
Born Overseas 109

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 29
  • 2. India 24
  • 3. Greece 13
  • 4. New Zealand 10
  • 5. Philippines 6
  • 6. Wales 6
  • 7. Scotland 4
  • 8. Lebanon 3
  • 9. Netherlands 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 476
Australian 464
German 155
Scottish 78
Greek 71
Irish 57
Italian 36
Australian Aboriginal 29
Dutch 16
Filipino 12

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

769
Both parents born in Australia
188
Both parents born overseas
114
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
49.0%
Christianity
40.3%
Sikhism
3.5%
Buddhism
0.6%
Hinduism
0.4%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
40 (3.6%)
5-14 years
133 (12.0%)
15-19 years
73 (6.6%)
20-24 years
59 (5.3%)
25-34 years
105 (9.5%)
35-44 years
109 (9.8%)
45-54 years
180 (16.2%)
55-64 years
211 (19.0%)
65-74 years
135 (12.2%)
75-84 years
54 (4.9%)
85+ years
9 (0.8%)

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