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Victor Harbor

SA 5211 • Rest of SA

4,520
Population (2021)
$27,872
Median Income
8.59 km²
Area
$267/wk
Median Rent
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About Victor Harbor

Victor Harbor is a well-known coastal town situated on the shores of Encounter Bay at the southern end of the Fleurieu Peninsula, approximately 85 kilometres south of Adelaide within the City of Victor Harbor. With a population of 4,520 and a median age of 59 years, it is one of South Australia's premier sea-change and retiree destinations, attracting residents seeking a relaxed seaside lifestyle. Median household incomes are below the state average, consistent with an older, largely retired population.

Victor Harbor is famous for its historic horse-drawn tram that crosses a granite causeway to Granite Island — a tourist icon that has welcomed visitors for over a century — and the town offers a range of cafes, restaurants, galleries, and boutique shops along its main street. The surrounding coastline is renowned for whale watching during the Southern Right Whale migration season between May and October. Well-equipped with medical services, schools, and community facilities, Victor Harbor's scenic foreshore, walking trails, and strong community spirit make it a sought-after destination for those looking to trade city life for coastal tranquillity.

Victor Harbor falls under postcode 5211 and is governed by Victor Harbor Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Finniss electorate.

📍 Location

State
South Australia
Postcode
5211
Urban Area
Fleurieu - Kangaroo Island
LGA / Council
Victor Harbor
Federal Electorate
Mayo
State Electorate
Finniss
Type
Urban
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-35.55°, 138.62°
Statistical Area
Rest of SA
Area
8.59 km²
Elevation
8m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Woolworths
    27 Torrens Road Victor Harbor 5211 SA

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$267
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,203
Avg Household Size
2 people
Median Age
59 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
4.1%

27 state housing + 60 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
4,233
Census 2021
4,520
▲ 6.8% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$25,064
Income 2021
$27,872
▲ 11.2% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,472
Born Overseas 834

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 437
  • 2. New Zealand 45
  • 3. Scotland 45
  • 4. Germany 37
  • 5. Philippines 25
  • 6. Netherlands 21
  • 7. South Africa 19
  • 8. China 16
  • 9. Ireland 15
  • 10. Italy 12

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 2,299
Australian 1,792
Scottish 496
Irish 414
German 371
Dutch 94
Australian Aboriginal 75
Italian 58
Welsh 44
Filipino 41

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,813
Both parents born in Australia
969
Both parents born overseas
513
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
51.3%
Christianity
40.6%
Buddhism
0.5%
Islam
0.4%
Sikhism
0.2%
Hinduism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
138 (3.1%)
5-14 years
399 (8.8%)
15-19 years
185 (4.1%)
20-24 years
145 (3.2%)
25-34 years
304 (6.7%)
35-44 years
375 (8.3%)
45-54 years
435 (9.6%)
55-64 years
704 (15.6%)
65-74 years
906 (20.0%)
75-84 years
590 (13.1%)
85+ years
342 (7.6%)

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