Whyalla Stuart

SA 5608 • Rest of SA

6,476
Population (2021)
$26,104
Median Income
6.91 km²
Area
20m
Elevation

About Whyalla Stuart

Whyalla Stuart is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in South Australia, located within the Whyalla (City) area. With a population of 6,476 and a median income of $26,104, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 6.91 km² at an elevation of 20m, 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 Stuart provides. The area continues to develop while maintaining its welcoming community spirit.

Whyalla Stuart 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°, 137.52°
Statistical Area
Rest of SA
Area
6.91 km²
Elevation
20m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$160
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$967
Avg Household Size
2.1 people
Median Age
41 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
6,748
Census 2021
6,476
4% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$22,516
Income 2021
$26,104
15.9% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,723
Born Overseas 1,132

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 472
  • 2. Scotland 154
  • 3. Philippines 85
  • 4. Germany 33
  • 5. New Zealand 31
  • 6. Italy 29
  • 7. Netherlands 29
  • 8. South Africa 28
  • 9. Wales 21
  • 10. India 17
  • 11. Poland 13
  • 12. China 11
  • 13. Greece 11
  • 14. Bosnia & Herzegovina 10
  • 15. Croatia 9

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 2,695
Australian 2,434
Scottish 656
Australian Aboriginal 501
Irish 411
German 383
Italian 157
Filipino 115
Dutch 104
Welsh 75

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

3,586
Both parents born in Australia
1,507
Both parents born overseas
722
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
54.0%
Christianity
33.7%
Buddhism
0.5%
Islam
0.4%
Hinduism
0.2%
Judaism
0.1%
Sikhism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
351 (5.4%)
5-14 years
807 (12.5%)
15-19 years
398 (6.1%)
20-24 years
387 (6.0%)
25-34 years
834 (12.9%)
35-44 years
654 (10.1%)
45-54 years
826 (12.8%)
55-64 years
906 (14.0%)
65-74 years
709 (10.9%)
75-84 years
476 (7.4%)
85+ years
131 (2.0%)

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