Tanunda

SA 5352 • Rest of SA

4,710
Population (2021)
$40,404
Median Income
25.18 km²
Area
272m
Elevation

About Tanunda

Tanunda is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in South Australia, located within the Barossa (District Council) area. With a population of 4,710 and a median income of $40,404, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 25.18 km² at an elevation of 272m, 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. Tanunda is ideal for those seeking a slower pace of life away from the urban hustle.

Tanunda falls under postcode 5352 and is governed by Barossa Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Schubert electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
5352
Urban Area
N/A
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Rural
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-34.52°, 138.97°
Statistical Area
Rest of SA
Area
25.18 km²
Elevation
272m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$300
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,452
Avg Household Size
2.3 people
Median Age
48 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
4,588
Census 2021
4,710
2.7% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$35,308
Income 2021
$40,404
14.4% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,002
Born Overseas 533

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 208
  • 2. New Zealand 48
  • 3. Germany 42
  • 4. Scotland 29
  • 5. South Africa 17
  • 6. Netherlands 16
  • 7. Philippines 15
  • 8. India 14
  • 9. United States 13
  • 10. China 9
  • 11. Canada 7
  • 12. Italy 6
  • 13. Papua New Guinea 4
  • 14. Wales 4
  • 15. Indonesia 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 1,853
English 1,804
German 1,347
Scottish 430
Irish 353
Dutch 87
Italian 85
Welsh 39
French 28
Chinese 27

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

3,347
Both parents born in Australia
701
Both parents born overseas
458
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
53.2%
No Religion
40.2%
Buddhism
0.4%
Hinduism
0.3%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
220 (4.7%)
5-14 years
544 (11.5%)
15-19 years
217 (4.6%)
20-24 years
168 (3.6%)
25-34 years
430 (9.1%)
35-44 years
549 (11.7%)
45-54 years
604 (12.8%)
55-64 years
661 (14.0%)
65-74 years
675 (14.3%)
75-84 years
412 (8.7%)
85+ years
218 (4.6%)

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