Meningie

SA 5264 • Rest of SA

1,118
Population (2021)
$31,564
Median Income
375.57 km²
Area
5m
Elevation

About Meningie

Meningie is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in South Australia, located within the The Coorong (District Council) area. With a population of 1,118 and a median income of $31,564, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 375.57 km² at an elevation of 5m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of SA.

The suburb features local amenities, community facilities, and a friendly neighbourhood atmosphere. Residents appreciate the balance of convenience and comfort that Meningie provides. The area continues to develop while maintaining its welcoming community spirit.

Meningie falls under postcode 5264 and is governed by The Coorong Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the MacKillop electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
5264
Urban Area
Meningie
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Urban
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-35.73°, 139.33°
Statistical Area
Rest of SA
Area
375.57 km²
Elevation
5m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$200
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,000
Avg Household Size
2.1 people
Median Age
55 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,118
Census 2021
1,118
0.0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$25,636
Income 2021
$31,564
23.1% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 878
Born Overseas 92

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 31
  • 2. Netherlands 9
  • 3. Germany 8
  • 4. Philippines 7
  • 5. India 6
  • 6. Italy 5
  • 7. New Zealand 4
  • 8. Scotland 4
  • 9. South Africa 4
  • 10. Cambodia 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 439
Australian 411
Australian Aboriginal 107
German 107
Scottish 89
Irish 77
Dutch 45
Italian 11
Chinese 7
Filipino 7

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

768
Both parents born in Australia
114
Both parents born overseas
83
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
42.0%
No Religion
41.3%
Buddhism
0.6%
Islam
0.3%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
44 (3.9%)
5-14 years
116 (10.4%)
15-19 years
45 (4.0%)
20-24 years
30 (2.7%)
25-34 years
120 (10.7%)
35-44 years
112 (10.0%)
45-54 years
96 (8.6%)
55-64 years
193 (17.3%)
65-74 years
195 (17.4%)
75-84 years
132 (11.8%)
85+ years
49 (4.4%)

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