Middle River
SA 5223 • South Australia
About Middle River
Middle River is a small rural locality situated in the south-east of South Australia, approximately 137 kilometres from Adelaide CBD. The locality covers an area of 85.9 square kilometres and recorded a small permanent population of 23 residents in the 2021 Census. The surrounding landscape is typical of south-east South Australia country, characterised by broad agricultural land and sparse settlement patterns common to this part of South Australia.
Middle River is a quiet, rural locality where residents generally rely on private vehicles for daily needs, with the nearest towns providing access to essential services including groceries, medical facilities, and schools. The community is small and tightly-knit, reflecting the self-sufficient nature of rural life in this part of South Australia. Outdoor activities such as farming, bushwalking, and exploring the natural landscapes of the region are part of everyday life for those who call Middle River home.
Middle River falls under postcode 5223 and is governed by the Kangaroo Island Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Mayo, while state elections fall under the Mawson electorate.
Location
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Income
ATO taxable income Postcode 5223
Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 5223, 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 5223; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- No scheduled bus services — N/A N/A
Commute to Adelaide CBD
🛣️ Middle River is a remote rural locality; private vehicle is the primary mode of transport
Middle River has no walkable amenities; a private vehicle is essential for all daily needs
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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5 Centenary Avenue