What is Paringa known for?

Paringa is a small Riverland town in South Australia, situated on the south bank of the River Murray about 17 kilometres from the Victorian border. Paringa is at the heart of South Australia's premium food-producing region, surrounded by vineyards, almond groves, and citrus and stone fruit orchards.

How far is Paringa from Adelaide CBD?

Paringa is approximately 17 kilometres from Adelaide CBD, with a typical drive taking around 20-31 minutes depending on traffic and route taken.

Does Paringa have public transport?

Paringa has limited public transport options. The area is best accessed by private vehicle, with connections to larger regional centres for broader services.

What is the population of Paringa?

According to the 2021 Census, Paringa has a population of approximately 1,131 residents, a modest but established community. The suburb falls within the Renmark Paringa (District Council) local government area.

Is Paringa a good place to live?

Paringa offers a comfortable suburban lifestyle with access to local parks, shops, and community services. It suits a broad range of residents including families, professionals, and retirees looking for a connected and well-serviced neighbourhood.

What is the postcode for Paringa?

The postcode for Paringa, SA is 5340. This postcode covers Paringa and may also serve nearby localities within the same postcode zone.

What is the average income in Paringa?

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Paringa is about $800 per week (around $41,600 per year). The median household income is $1,344 per week and the median family income is $1,619 per week.

What is the age profile of Paringa?

The median age in Paringa is 41. The largest age group is 25–34 (172 residents, around 15%). Around 22% of residents are under 20 and about 21% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

How much is rent in Paringa?

In Paringa, the median weekly rent is $200, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,083 (2021 Census).

Paringa

SA 5340 • Rest of SA

1,131

Population (2021)

$69,888

Median Household Income

17.57 km²

Area

$200/wk

Median Rent

RiverlandRuralAgriculturalRiversideAffordable

About Paringa

Paringa is a small Riverland town in South Australia, situated on the south bank of the River Murray about 17 kilometres from the Victorian border. With a population of around 1,030, it forms part of the Renmark Paringa Council area. The town is known for its iconic six-span bridge crossing the Murray, one span of which can be raised to allow river traffic through.

Paringa is at the heart of South Australia's premium food-producing region, surrounded by vineyards, almond groves, and citrus and stone fruit orchards. The town offers a relaxed riverside lifestyle with access to boating, fishing, and water sports on the Murray. It appeals to retirees, families, and those working in the local agricultural and horticultural industries, with the larger service town of Renmark just 5 kilometres away.

Paringa falls under postcode 5340 and is governed by Renmark Paringa Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Chaffey electorate.

📍 Location

State

South Australia

Postcode

5340

Urban Area

N/A

LGA / Council

Renmark Paringa

Federal Electorate

Barker

State Electorate

Chaffey

Type

Rural

Timezone

Adelaide (UTC+9:30)

Coordinates

-34.18°, 140.78°

Statistical Area

Rest of SA

Area

17.57 km²

Elevation

49m

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)

$200

Median Mortgage (monthly)

$1,083

Avg Household Size

2.4 people

Median Age

41 years

Social Housing (% of dwellings)

4 state housing + 0 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

LinkSA Riverland — Renmark to Berri 10 mins to Renmark

Commute to Adelaide CBD

Distance

254 km

By Bus

3.5-4 hours (coach via Sturt Highway)

By Car (Peak)

2.5-3 hours

By Car (Off-Peak)

2.5 hours

🛣️ Remote from Adelaide; Renmark (5km) is the nearest regional centre for services

Walkability Car-Dependent

Small town with a few local amenities; most services accessed in nearby Renmark

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

No schools listed for this postcode.

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016

1,105

Census 2021

1,131

▲ 2.4% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016

$34,268

Personal Income 2021

$41,600

▲ 21.4% increase

2021 Census income breakdown

Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.

Personal

$41,600 / yr

$800/wk

Household

$69,888 / yr

$1344/wk

Family

$84,188 / yr

$1619/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 864

Born Overseas 141

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

1. England 18
2. Indonesia 8
3. Italy 5
4. Germany 4
5. India 4
6. Philippines 4
7. South Africa 4
8. United States 4
9. Cambodia 3
10. Nepal 3
11. Samoa 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 441

English 417

German 151

Scottish 95

Irish 54

Greek 40

Australian Aboriginal 30

Italian 30

Croatian 11

Hungarian 6

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

764

Both parents born in Australia

191

Both parents born overseas

One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion

46.6%

Christianity

42.6%

Buddhism

0.5%

Islam

0.4%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years

65 (5.7%)

5-14 years

124 (11.0%)

15-19 years

55 (4.9%)

20-24 years

70 (6.2%)

25-34 years

172 (15.2%)

35-44 years

123 (10.9%)

45-54 years

131 (11.6%)

55-64 years

154 (13.6%)

65-74 years

153 (13.5%)

75-84 years

75 (6.6%)

85+ years

13 (1.1%)