Paringa
SA 5340 • Rest of SA
About Paringa
Paringa is a small Riverland town in South Australia, situated on the south bank of the River Murray about 17 kilometres from the Victorian border. With a population of around 1,030, it forms part of the Renmark Paringa Council area. The town is known for its iconic six-span bridge crossing the Murray, one span of which can be raised to allow river traffic through.
Paringa is at the heart of South Australia's premium food-producing region, surrounded by vineyards, almond groves, and citrus and stone fruit orchards. The town offers a relaxed riverside lifestyle with access to boating, fishing, and water sports on the Murray. It appeals to retirees, families, and those working in the local agricultural and horticultural industries, with the larger service town of Renmark just 5 kilometres away.
Paringa falls under postcode 5340 and is governed by Renmark Paringa Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Chaffey electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- LinkSA Riverland — Renmark to Berri 10 mins to Renmark
Commute to Adelaide CBD
🛣️ Remote from Adelaide; Renmark (5km) is the nearest regional centre for services
Small town with a few local amenities; most services accessed in nearby Renmark
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
No schools listed for this postcode.
Housing 2021 Census
4 state housing + 0 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)
Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census
School Sector Breakdown
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. England 18
- 2. Indonesia 8
- 3. Italy 5
- 4. Germany 4
- 5. India 4
- 6. Philippines 4
- 7. South Africa 4
- 8. United States 4
- 9. Cambodia 3
- 10. Nepal 3
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)