Whyalla Norrie

SA 5608 • Rest of SA

6,288
Population (2021)
$30,992
Median Income
7.27 km²
Area
17m
Elevation

About Whyalla Norrie

Whyalla Norrie is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in South Australia, located within the Whyalla (City) area. With a population of 6,288 and a median income of $30,992, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 7.27 km² at an elevation of 17m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of SA.

The suburb features local amenities, community facilities, and a friendly neighbourhood atmosphere. Residents appreciate the balance of convenience and comfort that Whyalla Norrie provides. The area continues to develop while maintaining its welcoming community spirit.

Whyalla Norrie falls under postcode 5608 and is governed by Whyalla Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Giles electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
5608
Urban Area
Whyalla
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Urban
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-33.03°, 137.54°
Statistical Area
Rest of SA
Area
7.27 km²
Elevation
17m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$180
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$953
Avg Household Size
2.1 people
Median Age
39 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
6,608
Census 2021
6,288
4.8% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$25,012
Income 2021
$30,992
23.9% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,777
Born Overseas 1,087

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 371
  • 2. Philippines 174
  • 3. Scotland 99
  • 4. India 71
  • 5. New Zealand 46
  • 6. Germany 39
  • 7. South Africa 30
  • 8. Netherlands 25
  • 9. Italy 16
  • 10. Wales 11
  • 11. Bangladesh 8
  • 12. Fiji 8
  • 13. Greece 8
  • 14. Ireland 8
  • 15. China 7

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 2,640
Australian 2,478
Scottish 650
German 455
Irish 403
Australian Aboriginal 354
Filipino 216
Italian 101
Dutch 95
Indian 58

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

3,628
Both parents born in Australia
1,511
Both parents born overseas
704
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
56.3%
Christianity
33.0%
Hinduism
0.9%
Islam
0.4%
Sikhism
0.4%
Buddhism
0.3%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
355 (5.6%)
5-14 years
827 (13.2%)
15-19 years
356 (5.7%)
20-24 years
404 (6.4%)
25-34 years
825 (13.1%)
35-44 years
703 (11.2%)
45-54 years
867 (13.8%)
55-64 years
855 (13.6%)
65-74 years
569 (9.0%)
75-84 years
419 (6.7%)
85+ years
113 (1.8%)

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