Port Pirie South
SA 5540 • Rest of SA
About Port Pirie South
Port Pirie South is a residential area forming the southern part of Port Pirie, South Australia's eighth largest city located 223 kilometres north of Adelaide on the Spencer Gulf. With a population of approximately 3,878, the suburb offers affordable housing options in a regional setting with a strong industrial heritage centered around the lead smelter.
Port Pirie is the main retail and service centre for the Mid North region, offering essential amenities, schools, and healthcare facilities. The area attracts workers in mining, manufacturing, and agriculture, with the smelter being a major employer. Residents enjoy a relaxed regional lifestyle with access to coastal recreation on the Spencer Gulf and proximity to the Flinders Ranges.
Port Pirie South falls under postcode 5540 and is governed by Port Pirie City and Dists Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Stuart electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Local community bus — Port Pirie CBD 5-10 min
Commute to Adelaide
🛣️ Regional town - most residents work locally. Limited public transport; car essential for commuting.
Regional centre with spread-out amenities; most trips require a car
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Anzac Road
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40 Mary Elie Street
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43 Port Davis Road
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David Street
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Oaks Road
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214 The Terrace
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Kingston Road
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79 Three Chain Road
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The Terrace Extension
Housing Costs 2021 Census
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. England 71
- 2. Italy 31
- 3. New Zealand 16
- 4. South Africa 16
- 5. India 14
- 6. Egypt 13
- 7. Pakistan 12
- 8. Germany 11
- 9. Scotland 11
- 10. Netherlands 9
- 11. China 8
- 12. United States 8
- 13. Greece 6
- 14. Vietnam 5
- 15. Zimbabwe 5
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)