Worrolong

SA 5291 • Rest of SA

1,293
Population (2021)
$48,568
Median Income
19.91 km²
Area
49m
Elevation

About Worrolong

Worrolong is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in South Australia, located within the Grant (District Council) area. With a population of 1,293 and a median income of $48,568, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 19.91 km² at an elevation of 49m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of SA.

The area offers a peaceful rural lifestyle with open spaces, local farms, and a tight-knit community atmosphere. Residents enjoy the tranquility of country living while still having access to essential amenities. Worrolong is ideal for those seeking a slower pace of life away from the urban hustle.

Worrolong falls under postcode 5291 and is governed by Grant Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Mount Gambier electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
5291
Urban Area
N/A
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Rural
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-37.81°, 140.84°
Statistical Area
Rest of SA
Area
19.91 km²
Elevation
49m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$361
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,625
Avg Household Size
2.9 people
Median Age
36 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
899
Census 2021
1,293
43.8% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$40,248
Income 2021
$48,568
20.7% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,085
Born Overseas 126

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 27
  • 2. New Zealand 17
  • 3. South Africa 12
  • 4. Pakistan 8
  • 5. Hong Kong 5
  • 6. India 5
  • 7. Thailand 5
  • 8. China 4
  • 9. Ireland 4
  • 10. Netherlands 4
  • 11. United States 4
  • 12. Germany 3
  • 13. Myanmar 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 622
English 483
Scottish 156
German 87
Irish 87
Dutch 52
Italian 35
Australian Aboriginal 25
New Zealander 19
Greek 16

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

887
Both parents born in Australia
184
Both parents born overseas
136
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
53.0%
Christianity
36.6%
Buddhism
0.9%
Islam
0.6%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
98 (7.6%)
5-14 years
203 (15.7%)
15-19 years
78 (6.0%)
20-24 years
68 (5.3%)
25-34 years
170 (13.1%)
35-44 years
160 (12.4%)
45-54 years
198 (15.3%)
55-64 years
178 (13.8%)
65-74 years
114 (8.8%)
75-84 years
30 (2.3%)
85+ years
5 (0.4%)

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