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Sunlands

SA 5322 • South Australia

356
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
22.95 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRiversideAgriculturalRemotePeaceful
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About Sunlands

Sunlands is a small rural locality in South Australia's Riverland region, situated adjacent to the Murray River near Waikerie, approximately 210 kilometres north-east of Adelaide. The community has a population of around 356 residents spread across nearly 23 square kilometres of irrigated horticultural land. The locality falls within the federal electorate of Barker and the state electorate of Chaffey, which together cover much of the Riverland's citrus and stone fruit growing country.

The Riverland is renowned for its citrus orchards, vineyards, and market gardens, and Sunlands reflects this agricultural character — a working rural community shaped by irrigation farming along the Murray. Waikerie, the nearest service town, provides essential amenities including shops, medical services, and schools. The Murray River corridor offers recreational opportunities including houseboating, fishing, and birdwatching, making Sunlands an appealing base for those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle with proximity to one of Australia's iconic waterways.

Sunlands falls under postcode 5322 and is governed by the Loxton Waikerie Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Barker, while state elections fall under the Chaffey electorate.

📍 Location

State
South Australia
Postcode
5322
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Loxton Waikerie
Federal Electorate
Barker
State Electorate
Chaffey
Type
Locality
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-34.18°, 139.96°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
22.95 km²
Population Density
16 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 5322

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 5322 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$49,140
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$55,309

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 5322; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Regional Link (Renmark–Adelaide) — Adelaide (Central Bus Station) Approx. 3–3.5 hours

Commute to Adelaide CBD

Distance
210 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
2.5–3 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
2.5 hours

🛣️ Accessed via Sturt Highway (A20); Waikerie is the nearest service centre (~5 km)

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A rural locality with no pedestrian-oriented services; a car is essential for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
356
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Sunlands known for? +

Sunlands is known for its irrigated horticultural farmland in the Riverland, particularly citrus orchards and market gardens typical of the Murray River corridor near Waikerie.

How far is Sunlands from Adelaide CBD? +

Sunlands is approximately 210 kilometres north-east of Adelaide, roughly a 2.5 to 3 hour drive via the Sturt Highway.

Does Sunlands have public transport? +

There is no rail service in the Riverland region. Regional bus services (such as Regional Link) connect the area to Adelaide, but a car is essential for day-to-day living in Sunlands.

What is the population of Sunlands? +

According to the 2021 Census, Sunlands has a population of approximately 356 residents, spread across around 23 square kilometres of rural land.

Is Sunlands a good place to live? +

Sunlands suits those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle on the Murray River, with affordable land and a genuine agricultural community atmosphere. However, it is remote from major urban amenities and requires a car for everything.

What is the postcode for Sunlands? +

The postcode for Sunlands, SA is 5322.