Burra

SA 5417 • Rest of SA

1,112
Population (2021)
$28,028
Median Income
440.79 km²
Area
466m
Elevation

About Burra

Burra is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in South Australia, located within the Goyder (District Council) area. With a population of 1,112 and a median income of $28,028, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 440.79 km² at an elevation of 466m, 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. Burra is ideal for those seeking a slower pace of life away from the urban hustle.

Burra falls under postcode 5417 and is governed by Goyder Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Stuart electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
5417
Urban Area
N/A
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Rural
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-33.68°, 138.94°
Statistical Area
Rest of SA
Area
440.79 km²
Elevation
466m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$180
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$953
Avg Household Size
2 people
Median Age
54 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,103
Census 2021
1,112
0.8% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$25,584
Income 2021
$28,028
9.6% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 878
Born Overseas 125

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 59
  • 2. Philippines 11
  • 3. Germany 10
  • 4. Netherlands 8
  • 5. New Zealand 8
  • 6. Indonesia 5
  • 7. India 4
  • 8. Scotland 4
  • 9. Sri Lanka 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 491
Australian 451
Scottish 116
Irish 108
German 104
Australian Aboriginal 21
Dutch 18
Welsh 11
Polish 10
Italian 9

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

766
Both parents born in Australia
165
Both parents born overseas
78
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
45.3%
Christianity
41.0%
Buddhism
0.9%
Hinduism
0.4%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
45 (4.0%)
5-14 years
132 (11.9%)
15-19 years
63 (5.7%)
20-24 years
31 (2.8%)
25-34 years
84 (7.6%)
35-44 years
99 (8.9%)
45-54 years
120 (10.8%)
55-64 years
197 (17.7%)
65-74 years
217 (19.5%)
75-84 years
108 (9.7%)
85+ years
32 (2.9%)

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