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Nairne

SA 5252 • Greater Adelaide

5,327
Population (2021)
$44,668
Median Income
24.86 km²
Area
379m
Elevation

About Nairne

Nairne is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in South Australia, located within the Mount Barker (District Council) area. With a population of 5,327 and a median income of $44,668, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 24.86 km² at an elevation of 379m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Greater Adelaide.

Situated at an elevation of 379m, the suburb enjoys cooler temperatures and scenic views. The area features local parks, community facilities, and easy access to surrounding regions. Nairne offers a balanced lifestyle with a mix of residential comfort and natural beauty.

Nairne falls under postcode 5252 and is governed by Mount Barker Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Kavel electorate.

📍 Location

State
South Australia
Postcode
5252
Urban Area
Mount Barker
LGA
Mount Barker
Federal Electorate
Mayo
State Electorate
Kavel
Type
Urban
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-35.03°, 138.91°
Statistical Area
Greater Adelaide
Area
24.86 km²
Elevation
379m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$350
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,500
Avg Household Size
2.6 people
Median Age
36 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
5,042
Census 2021
5,327
▲ 5.7% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$36,504
Income 2021
$44,668
▲ 22.4% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,407
Born Overseas 657

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 288
  • 2. New Zealand 45
  • 3. South Africa 33
  • 4. Germany 31
  • 5. Netherlands 26
  • 6. Philippines 17
  • 7. Scotland 12
  • 8. Wales 11
  • 9. Malaysia 10
  • 10. Ireland 9
  • 11. Thailand 9
  • 12. United States 9
  • 13. France 8
  • 14. Canada 7
  • 15. South Korea 7

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 2,444
Australian 2,377
German 581
Scottish 504
Irish 480
Dutch 195
Italian 129
Australian Aboriginal 51
Welsh 47
French 38

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

3,386
Both parents born in Australia
910
Both parents born overseas
777
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
59.4%
Christianity
32.1%
Buddhism
0.9%
Islam
0.1%
Hinduism
0.1%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
403 (7.6%)
5-14 years
764 (14.3%)
15-19 years
310 (5.8%)
20-24 years
304 (5.7%)
25-34 years
784 (14.7%)
35-44 years
695 (13.0%)
45-54 years
744 (14.0%)
55-64 years
622 (11.7%)
65-74 years
495 (9.3%)
75-84 years
173 (3.2%)
85+ years
33 (0.6%)

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