Mount Compass

SA 5210 • Rest of SA

1,580
Population (2021)
$37,700
Median Income
42.79 km²
Area
281m
Elevation

About Mount Compass

Mount Compass is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in South Australia, located within the Alexandrina (District Council) area. With a population of 1,580 and a median income of $37,700, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 42.79 km² at an elevation of 281m, 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. Mount Compass is ideal for those seeking a slower pace of life away from the urban hustle.

Mount Compass falls under postcode 5210 and is governed by Alexandrina Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Finniss electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
5210
Urban Area
N/A
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Rural
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-35.36°, 138.59°
Statistical Area
Rest of SA
Area
42.79 km²
Elevation
281m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$340
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,517
Avg Household Size
2.8 people
Median Age
40 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,457
Census 2021
1,580
8.4% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$31,356
Income 2021
$37,700
20.2% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,237
Born Overseas 260

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 134
  • 2. South Africa 17
  • 3. Germany 14
  • 4. New Zealand 10
  • 5. Scotland 10
  • 6. Philippines 8
  • 7. Italy 7
  • 8. Netherlands 5
  • 9. United States 5
  • 10. France 4
  • 11. Wales 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 751
Australian 668
Scottish 146
German 119
Irish 110
Italian 45
Dutch 37
Australian Aboriginal 24
New Zealander 22
French 20

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

933
Both parents born in Australia
341
Both parents born overseas
226
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
59.5%
Christianity
31.5%
Buddhism
0.7%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
94 (5.9%)
5-14 years
232 (14.7%)
15-19 years
114 (7.2%)
20-24 years
73 (4.6%)
25-34 years
156 (9.9%)
35-44 years
205 (13.0%)
45-54 years
229 (14.5%)
55-64 years
209 (13.2%)
65-74 years
197 (12.5%)
75-84 years
53 (3.4%)
85+ years
6 (0.4%)

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