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Murray Bridge

SA 5253 • Rest of SA

15,043
Population (2021)
$29,848
Median Income
26.11 km²
Area
45m
Elevation
Murray RiverRegional CentreAffordableRiver Lifestyle

About Murray Bridge

Murray Bridge is South Australia's largest inland city, a river community of over 15,000 residents 75 kilometres southeast of Adelaide. The Murray River defines the town's character, with the road and rail bridges historic landmarks. The town serves as the commercial hub for the Murraylands region.

Life centres on the river—boating, fishing, and houseboating provide lifestyle, while the town offers comprehensive services for a regional centre. The community is diverse and working-class, with significant migrant populations. Murray Bridge attracts retirees seeking river lifestyle, regional workers, and families wanting affordable country living within Adelaide reach.

Murray Bridge falls under postcode 5253 and is governed by Murray Bridge Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Hammond electorate.

📍 Location

State
South Australia
Postcode
5253
Urban Area
Murray Bridge
LGA
Murray Bridge
Federal Electorate
Barker
State Electorate
Hammond
Type
Urban
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-35.13°, 139.27°
Statistical Area
Rest of SA
Area
26.11 km²
Elevation
45m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Coles
    Murray Bridge Green Shopping Centre 8-10 Riverview Road Murray Bridge 5253 SA
  • Woolworths
    23-51 South Terrace Murray Bridge 5253 SA

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$240
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,083
Avg Household Size
2.2 people
Median Age
42 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
14,560
Census 2021
15,043
▲ 3.3% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$25,844
Income 2021
$29,848
▲ 15.5% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 11,807
Born Overseas 2,246

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Philippines 443
  • 2. England 395
  • 3. China 180
  • 4. New Zealand 153
  • 5. Vietnam 113
  • 6. India 97
  • 7. Italy 87
  • 8. Germany 60
  • 9. Scotland 48
  • 10. Netherlands 46
  • 11. South Africa 31
  • 12. United States 31
  • 13. Sri Lanka 26
  • 14. Malaysia 25
  • 15. Turkey 25

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 5,844
Australian 5,496
German 1,786
Scottish 1,177
Irish 907
Australian Aboriginal 864
Filipino 505
Italian 402
Chinese 267
Dutch 198

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

9,589
Both parents born in Australia
2,740
Both parents born overseas
1,265
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
47.0%
Christianity
38.7%
Islam
1.0%
Buddhism
1.0%
Sikhism
0.3%
Hinduism
0.3%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
818 (5.4%)
5-14 years
1,728 (11.5%)
15-19 years
823 (5.5%)
20-24 years
897 (6.0%)
25-34 years
1,984 (13.2%)
35-44 years
1,716 (11.4%)
45-54 years
1,730 (11.5%)
55-64 years
1,845 (12.3%)
65-74 years
1,715 (11.4%)
75-84 years
1,282 (8.5%)
85+ years
514 (3.4%)

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