Nuriootpa

SA 5355 • Rest of SA

6,901
Population (2021)
$36,244
Median Income
41.14 km²
Area
277m
Elevation

About Nuriootpa

Nuriootpa is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in South Australia, located within the Barossa (District Council) area. With a population of 6,901 and a median income of $36,244, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 41.14 km² at an elevation of 277m, 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. Nuriootpa is ideal for those seeking a slower pace of life away from the urban hustle.

Nuriootpa falls under postcode 5355 and is governed by Barossa Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Schubert electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
5355
Urban Area
N/A
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Rural
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-34.47°, 138.98°
Statistical Area
Rest of SA
Area
41.14 km²
Elevation
277m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$295
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,348
Avg Household Size
2.3 people
Median Age
45 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
6,314
Census 2021
6,901
9.3% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$32,084
Income 2021
$36,244
13.0% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 6,000
Born Overseas 663

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 283
  • 2. Germany 69
  • 3. New Zealand 35
  • 4. Netherlands 30
  • 5. Scotland 28
  • 6. Italy 18
  • 7. Philippines 17
  • 8. South Africa 16
  • 9. United States 12
  • 10. India 11
  • 11. Canada 10
  • 12. France 9
  • 13. Papua New Guinea 9
  • 14. Indonesia 8
  • 15. Brazil 7

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 2,878
English 2,811
German 1,825
Scottish 565
Irish 475
Italian 151
Dutch 108
Australian Aboriginal 104
Welsh 44
French 40

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

5,117
Both parents born in Australia
854
Both parents born overseas
712
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
49.4%
No Religion
45.3%
Buddhism
0.2%
Hinduism
0.1%
Judaism
0.1%
Islam
0.0%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
305 (4.4%)
5-14 years
795 (11.5%)
15-19 years
424 (6.1%)
20-24 years
329 (4.8%)
25-34 years
737 (10.7%)
35-44 years
830 (12.0%)
45-54 years
834 (12.1%)
55-64 years
843 (12.2%)
65-74 years
948 (13.7%)
75-84 years
603 (8.7%)
85+ years
244 (3.5%)

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