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Oodla Wirra

SA 5422 • South Australia

5
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
4.81 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHistoricAffordable
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About Oodla Wirra

Oodla Wirra is a small historic town located in the upper Mid North of South Australia, sitting on the Barrier Highway roughly halfway between Adelaide and Broken Hill. Originally known as Penn, the locality took the name of the nearby railway siding — 'Oodla Wirra' — when the railway was built in 1880. Today it falls within the District Council of Peterborough and has a tiny population numbering in the low hundreds, set amid wide agricultural plains.

The township offers a quiet, self-sufficient rural lifestyle on the edge of the outback. The surrounding landscape is defined by open farming and grazing country, with the Barrier Highway providing the main artery through town. Peterborough, the nearest significant service centre, is a short drive away and provides access to schools, medical services, and shopping. Oodla Wirra appeals to those seeking affordable country living with a deep connection to South Australia's rural heritage.

Oodla Wirra falls under postcode 5422 and is governed by the Peterborough Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Grey, while state elections fall under the Stuart electorate.

📍 Location

State
South Australia
Postcode
5422
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Peterborough
Federal Electorate
Grey
State Electorate
Stuart
Type
Locality
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-32.97°, 138.77°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
4.81 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 5422

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 5422, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$33,611
Median 2023–24
$41,741
▲ 24.2% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$47,392

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 5422; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Regional coach services — Adelaide / Broken Hill Varies (Adelaide ~3.5 hr)

Commute to Adelaide CBD

Distance
290 km
By Train
No direct train; nearest rail at Broken Hill or Peterborough
By Car (Peak)
~3 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
~3 hr

🛣️ Situated on the Barrier Highway; Peterborough is approximately 20 km to the south

Walkability Car-Dependent

Minimal local amenities; private vehicle or highway travel essential for most services

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
5
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Oodla Wirra SA located? +

Oodla Wirra is situated in the upper Mid North of South Australia on the Barrier Highway, approximately 290 km from Adelaide and roughly halfway to Broken Hill.

What is the history of Oodla Wirra? +

Originally called Penn, the town was renamed Oodla Wirra after the nearby railway siding established when the railway line was built in 1880. The name is of Aboriginal origin.

What is the nearest town to Oodla Wirra SA? +

Peterborough is the nearest significant town, approximately 20 km to the south of Oodla Wirra, offering schools, medical services, and shops.

What LGA is Oodla Wirra in? +

Oodla Wirra is located within the District Council of Peterborough in South Australia.

What is the population of Oodla Wirra? +

Oodla Wirra had a population of 5 at the 2021 Census.