Whyalla Playford

SA 5600 • Rest of SA

2,540
Population (2021)
$40,092
Median Income
3.25 km²
Area
25m
Elevation

About Whyalla Playford

Whyalla Playford is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in South Australia, located within the Whyalla (City) area. With a population of 2,540 and a median income of $40,092, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 3.25 km² at an elevation of 25m, 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 Playford provides. The area continues to develop while maintaining its welcoming community spirit.

Whyalla Playford falls under postcode 5600 and is governed by Whyalla Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Giles electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
5600
Urban Area
Whyalla
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Urban
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-33.03°, 137.56°
Statistical Area
Rest of SA
Area
3.25 km²
Elevation
25m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$200
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,280
Avg Household Size
2.2 people
Median Age
44 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,561
Census 2021
2,540
0.8% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$32,084
Income 2021
$40,092
25.0% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,028
Born Overseas 401

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 148
  • 2. Scotland 42
  • 3. India 24
  • 4. Philippines 20
  • 5. Germany 17
  • 6. New Zealand 16
  • 7. South Africa 12
  • 8. Netherlands 10
  • 9. Croatia 9
  • 10. Poland 7
  • 11. China 6
  • 12. Wales 6
  • 13. Greece 5
  • 14. Ireland 5
  • 15. Nepal 5

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,099
Australian 1,075
Scottish 321
Irish 213
German 207
Australian Aboriginal 62
Italian 48
Greek 46
Dutch 42
Croatian 39

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,485
Both parents born in Australia
600
Both parents born overseas
331
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
50.2%
Christianity
41.2%
Buddhism
0.9%
Islam
0.6%
Sikhism
0.4%
Hinduism
0.3%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
126 (5.0%)
5-14 years
291 (11.5%)
15-19 years
123 (4.8%)
20-24 years
109 (4.3%)
25-34 years
340 (13.4%)
35-44 years
285 (11.2%)
45-54 years
349 (13.7%)
55-64 years
384 (15.1%)
65-74 years
286 (11.3%)
75-84 years
188 (7.4%)
85+ years
64 (2.5%)

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