Merriton
SA 5523 • South Australia
About Merriton
Merriton is a small rural locality in the Clare Valley region of South Australia, situated approximately 120 kilometres from Adelaide CBD. With a 2021 Census population of around 50 to 60 residents, it is a sparsely settled farming community. The locality covers approximately 73 square kilometres of farming and grazing land in the Clare Valley.
The nearest town of Clare, approximately 20 kilometres away, provides essential services including shopping, schools, and healthcare for residents. The Clare Valley is one of South Australia's premier wine regions, famous for its Riesling and the scenic Riesling Trail cycling path. There is no public transport serving Merriton; a private vehicle is essential for all daily activities.
Merriton falls under postcode 5523 and is governed by the Port Pirie Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Grey, while state elections fall under the Stuart electorate.
Location
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Income
ATO taxable income Postcode 5523
Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 5523, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.
Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 5523; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- No regular service — N/A N/A
Commute to Adelaide CBD
🛣️ Car is essential; Clare is nearest service centre
Rural locality with no local shops; car required for all errands
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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7 Mitchell Street