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Risdon Park

SA 5540 • Rest of SA

3,878
Population (2021)
$56,992
Median Household Income
14.11 km²
Area
$180/wk
Median Rent
AffordableFamily-Friendly

About Risdon Park

Risdon Park is a residential suburb located approximately 3 kilometres south-west of the Port Pirie town centre in South Australia's mid-north region. Home to around 3,878 residents according to the 2021 Census, it falls under the Port Pirie Regional Council and sits within the broader Port Pirie urban area. The suburb was formally established with boundaries fixed in 1978, developed as a residential area to accommodate the workforce of Port Pirie's industrial smelting operations.

Risdon Park offers a modest suburban lifestyle with access to local schools including Risdon Park Primary School, and is connected to the broader Port Pirie amenities including shops, health services, and the waterfront along Spencer Gulf. The suburb has a working-class heritage linked to Port Pirie's historical role as a major lead smelting centre, with Nyrstar's smelter being one of the largest in the world. Residents benefit from affordable housing prices compared to metropolitan Adelaide, which lies approximately 224 kilometres to the south.

Risdon Park falls under postcode 5540 and is governed by Port Pirie City and Dists Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Stuart electorate.

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📍 Location

State
South Australia
Postcode
5540
Urban Area
Flinders Ranges
LGA / Council
Port Pirie City and Dists
Federal Electorate
Grey
State Electorate
Stuart
Type
Urban
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-33.19°, 137.97°
Statistical Area
Rest of SA
Area
14.11 km²
Elevation
6m

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$180
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,024
Avg Household Size
2.2 people
Median Age
43 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
12.4%

180 state housing + 20 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Port Pirie Station
3.5 km
40 min

Bus Services

  • Port Pirie local services — Port Pirie town centre 10 min

Commute to Adelaide CBD

Distance
224 km
By Train
Approx. 3.5 hours to Adelaide Parklands Terminal (CountryLink)
By Car (Peak)
2 hr 15 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr 10 min

🛣️ Augusta Highway (A1) is the main route south to Adelaide

Walkability Some Errands on Foot

Flat suburban streets; local primary school walkable; town centre shops require a short drive or bus

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,838
Census 2021
3,878
▲ 1.0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$25,272
Personal Income 2021
$30,004
▲ 18.7% 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
$30,004 / yr
$577/wk
Household
$56,992 / yr
$1096/wk
Family
$76,960 / yr
$1480/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,350
Born Overseas 276

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 80
  • 2. Philippines 28
  • 3. India 18
  • 4. Scotland 14
  • 5. Italy 12
  • 6. Germany 9
  • 7. Pakistan 9
  • 8. Malaysia 8
  • 9. New Zealand 8
  • 10. South Africa 5

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 1,626
English 1,601
Irish 299
German 282
Scottish 277
Italian 253
Australian Aboriginal 207
Greek 52
Filipino 40
Dutch 38

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,900
Both parents born in Australia
440
Both parents born overseas
291
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
47.5%
Christianity
43.7%
Islam
0.5%
Buddhism
0.3%
Sikhism
0.2%
Hinduism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
221 (5.7%)
5-14 years
469 (12.1%)
15-19 years
247 (6.4%)
20-24 years
240 (6.2%)
25-34 years
431 (11.1%)
35-44 years
387 (10.0%)
45-54 years
492 (12.7%)
55-64 years
509 (13.1%)
65-74 years
420 (10.8%)
75-84 years
301 (7.8%)
85+ years
159 (4.1%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What suburb is Risdon Park in? +

Risdon Park is a suburb of Port Pirie in South Australia, located about 3 km south-west of the Port Pirie town centre within the Port Pirie Regional Council area.

What schools are in Risdon Park SA? +

Risdon Park Primary School is located within the suburb. Secondary students typically attend John Pirie Secondary School in Port Pirie, which was formed when Risdon Park High School closed in 1994.

How far is Risdon Park from Adelaide? +

Risdon Park is approximately 224 km north of Adelaide, roughly a 2 hour 15 minute drive via the Augusta Highway (A1).

What is the median house price in Risdon Park? +

Risdon Park offers some of the most affordable housing in regional South Australia, reflecting Port Pirie's position as an industrial regional city rather than a coastal lifestyle destination.

What is the average income in Risdon Park? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Risdon Park is about $577 per week (around $30,000 per year). The median household income is $1,096 per week and the median family income is $1,480 per week.

What is the age profile of Risdon Park? +

The median age in Risdon Park is 43. The largest age group is 55–64 (509 residents, around 13%). Around 24% of residents are under 20 and about 23% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

What is the population of Risdon Park? +

Risdon Park had a population of 3,878 at the 2021 Census, up 1.0% from 3,838 in 2016.

How much is rent in Risdon Park? +

In Risdon Park, the median weekly rent is $180, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,024 (2021 Census).