Whyalla Norrie
SA 5608 • Rest of SA
About Whyalla Norrie
Whyalla Norrie is a residential suburb within the City of Whyalla, situated on the western shore of Spencer Gulf on South Australia's Eyre Peninsula, approximately 390 kilometres north-west of Adelaide. With a population of 6,288 and a median age of 39, it is one of the larger suburbs within Whyalla — a city defined by its historic steel manufacturing and port industries. Covering 7.3 square kilometres, the suburb offers an affordable lifestyle with a median weekly rent of just $180 and household incomes averaging $1,071 per week.
Whyalla Norrie is a predominantly Anglo-Australian working community that reflects the industrial character of regional South Australia. Residents have access to local schools, community facilities, and the broader services of Whyalla's town centre, including shops, a regional hospital, and recreational areas along Spencer Gulf. The suburb has seen a slight population decline since 2016, consistent with trends across Whyalla as the city undergoes economic transition, though ongoing investment in steel and renewable energy industries continues to shape the local outlook.
Whyalla Norrie falls under postcode 5608 and is governed by Whyalla Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Giles electorate.
Location
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Grundel Street
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Pattinson Close
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Schulz Avenue
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Eyre Avenue
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Nicolson Avenue
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10 Toal Street
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Bastyan Crescent
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Scott Street
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Phillips Street
Housing 2021 Census
476 state housing + 26 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)
Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census
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Demographics
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Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
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Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. England 371
- 2. Philippines 174
- 3. Scotland 99
- 4. India 71
- 5. New Zealand 46
- 6. Germany 39
- 7. South Africa 30
- 8. Netherlands 25
- 9. Italy 16
- 10. Wales 11
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)