# 5309, SA

Postcode · Area profile

Located in: South Australia › Rest of SA › Karoonda East Murray

Area: 1,288 km²

A shrinking population has shaped postcode 5309, where the total number of residents fell by 16% between 2011 and 2021. This small community in South Australia is now noticeably older, with a typical resident aged 45. It is a rural area where most people live in their own detached houses and work in agriculture. The community is characterized by high rates of home ownership and a strong spirit of volunteering.

## Demographics & Identity

The area is older than most, with 22.2% of people aged 65 and over, a figure that rose 7.2 points since 2011. In contrast, children under 15 make up only 12.6% of the population, which is well below the national figure.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Total population | 135 | -16.1% since 2011 |
| Median age | 45 yrs | +12.5% since 2011 |
| Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander population | 0.0% | -100.0% since 2011 |
| People aged 65 and over | 22.2% | +48.1% since 2011 |
| Children under 15 | 12.6% | -32.8% since 2011 |
| People in a de facto relationship | 13.3% | +79.3% since 2011 |

**Age structure** — Older adults (45–64) 25.2%, Seniors (65+) 22.2%, Young adults (25–44) 18.5%, Children (0–14) 12.6%, Youth (15–24) 9.6%

**Marital status** — Married 42.7%, Never married 39.1%, Divorced 9.1%, Separated 6.4%, Widowed 5.5%

## Ancestry & Birthplace

Most residents were born in Australia, and only 6.7% were born overseas, which is far below the South Australian and national averages. Common ancestries include Australian, English, and German.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| People born overseas | 6.7% | -10.6% since 2011 |

**Country of birth** — Australia 74.8%, England 3.0%

**Ancestry** — Australian 42.2%, English 34.1%, German 21.5%, Dutch 5.9%, Irish 5.2%, Scottish 3.0%

## Language

English is the primary language for 81.5% of the community. While those using another language at home rose to 6.7% since 2011, there are no residents who speak little or no English.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| People using another language at home | 6.7% | +257.8% since 2011 |
| People who speak little or no English | 0.0% | — |

**Language used at home** — English only 81.5%

## Religion

Christianity is the most common faith at 45.9%. Those reporting no religion make up 35.6% of the population, a figure that rose 19 points since 2011.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| People with no religion | 35.6% | +112.0% since 2011 |

**Religious affiliation** — Christianity 45.9%, No religion 35.6%, Not stated 20.0%

## Education & Qualifications

Education levels are lower than in most areas, with only 7.3% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. However, the number of people who completed Year 12 rose 9.6 points since 2011 to reach 40.8%.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Completed Year 12 | 40.8% | +30.8% since 2011 |
| Adults with a bachelor degree or higher | 7.3% | -21.8% since 2011 |
| Schools within 3 km | 0 | — |

**Highest year of school** — Year 12 40.8%, Year 11 14.3%, Year 9 or below 13.3%, Year 10 11.2%

**Highest qualification level** — Certificate III / IV 35.8%, Bachelor degree 15.1%, Advanced diploma / diploma 7.5%

**Field of qualification** — Engineering & related 24.5%, Health 17.0%, Society & culture 13.2%, Agriculture & environment 9.4%, Education 7.5%, Management & commerce 7.5%

## Income

Typical incomes are much lower than the national figure, with the typical household earning $966 a week. There are no households earning $3,000 or more per week, a decrease since 2011.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Median personal income (weekly) | $512 | +35.1% since 2011 |
| Median household income (weekly) | $966 | +33.4% since 2011 |
| Median family income (weekly) | $1,292 | +36.1% since 2011 |
| People earning $2,000+ a week | 9.1% | — |
| Households earning $3,000+ a week | 0.0% | — |

**Household income distribution** — Under $650 26.8%, $1,500–$2,999 14.6%, $650–$1,499 9.8%

**Personal income distribution** — Under $650 44.5%, $650–$1,499 22.7%, $1,500–$2,999 10.0%, $3,000 or more 2.7%

## Health & Disability

Residents here have far fewer long-term health conditions than most people across the state. Only 19.3% report such a condition, and only 4.4% need help with daily activities.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| People with a long-term health condition | 19.3% | — |
| People with a mental health condition | 8.1% | — |
| People needing help with daily activities | 4.4% | +138.5% since 2011 |

**Long-term health conditions reported** — Arthritis 11.9%, Mental health 8.1%, Other condition 8.1%, Asthma 5.2%, Cancer 3.0%, Diabetes 2.2%, Heart disease 2.2%

**Number of long-term health conditions** — None 65.2%, One condition 10.4%, Two conditions 6.7%, Three or more 2.2%

## Community Participation

Volunteering is very common here, with 24.5% of people participating, which is far above the national figure. However, the number of people caring for children unpaid fell 11 points since 2011.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Volunteers | 24.5% | -19.0% since 2011 |
| People providing unpaid care | 11.8% | -14.6% since 2011 |
| People caring for children unpaid | 15.5% | -42.6% since 2011 |
| People who served in the Defence Force | 2.7% | — |
| People doing 15+ hours of unpaid housework | 21.8% | -25.9% since 2011 |

## Family & Households

Homes tend to be larger than usual, with an average of 2.7 people per home. A high number of people live alone (31.7%), though 67.7% of households are couples with children.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Average household size | 2.7 | +12.5% since 2011 |
| One-parent families | 8.6% | +62.2% since 2011 |
| People living alone | 31.7% | +35.3% since 2011 |

**Family composition** — Couples with children 67.7%, Couples without children 22.6%, One-parent families 8.6%

**Household size** — 1 person 31.7%, 2 people 31.7%, 3 people 17.1%, 4 people 9.8%, 5 people 9.8%

## Housing & Dwellings

Housing is almost exclusively detached houses, with 58.5% owned outright—far above the state average. No one in the area is currently renting.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Median rent (weekly) | $135 | +35.0% since 2011 |
| Median mortgage repayment (monthly) | $363 | -73.2% since 2011 |
| Average people per bedroom | 0.80 | -27.3% since 2011 |
| Households renting | 0.0% | -100.0% since 2011 |
| Homes owned outright | 58.5% | -7.2% since 2011 |
| Separate (detached) houses | 100.0% | +6.6% since 2011 |
| Homes with three or more bedrooms | 75.6% | -2.8% since 2011 |

**How homes are owned or rented** — Owned outright 58.5%, Owned with a mortgage 19.5%, Other tenure 9.8%

**Types of homes** — Separate house 100.0%

**Bedrooms per home** — 3 bedrooms 51.2%, 4 bedrooms 24.4%, 2 bedrooms 14.6%, 1 bedroom 7.3%

**Monthly mortgage distribution** — Under $1,000 87.5%

## Transport & Vehicles

The area is entirely car-dependent, with every single home owning at least one motor vehicle. Because of the remote setting and lack of public transport, 46.2% of workers operate from home.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Homes with no motor vehicle | 0.0% | — |
| People working from home | 46.2% | +35.4% since 2011 |
| Commuting by public transport | 0.0% | — |
| Public transport stops | 0 | — |
| PT stops per 1,000 people | 0.00 | — |
| Weekly PT departures per 1,000 people | 0.0 | — |
| Public transport routes | 0 | — |
| Drive time to the city (min) | 104 | — |

**How people get to work** — Car (driver) 52.3%, Worked at home 46.2%, Car (passenger) 7.7%

**Motor vehicles per home** — 3 vehicles 31.7%, 4 or more 29.3%, 2 vehicles 19.5%, 1 vehicle 12.2%

## Migration & Movement

The community is very stable, as only 18.3% of people moved in the last five years, which is far below the national figure of 40.7%.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| People who moved in the last 5 years | 18.3% | +37.8% since 2011 |

## Jobs & Industry

The local economy is driven by the land, with 53.8% of workers employed in agriculture, forestry, and fishing. There is no unemployment in the area.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unemployment rate | 0.0% | — |
| Labour-force participation | 61.8% | -10.4% since 2011 |
| Employed full-time | 56.9% | -16.9% since 2011 |

**Industries people work in** — Agriculture, forestry & fishing 53.8%, Health care & social assistance 10.8%, Retail trade 7.7%, Public administration & safety 6.2%, Wholesale trade 4.6%, Education & training 4.6%

**Occupations people work in** — Managers 43.1%, Labourers 15.4%, Machinery operators & drivers 7.7%, Professionals 6.2%, Technicians & trades 6.2%, Community & personal service 6.2%, Sales workers 4.6%

## Economy & Advantage

Residents generally have good access to money and resources, scoring 8 out of 10, which is higher than about 80% of similar areas.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Socio-economic advantage (IRSAD decile) | 5 | — |
| Socio-economic disadvantage (IRSD decile) | 5 | — |
| Economic resources (IER decile) | 8 | — |
| Education & occupation (IEO decile) | 7 | — |
| Socio-economic advantage (IRSAD score) | 978 | — |

## Walkability

The area is completely car-dependent with a walkability score of 0.4. There are no shops, schools, or health services within a 15-minute walk for any resident.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Walkability score | 0.4 | — |
| Amenity types within a 15-minute walk | 0.5 | — |
| Homes with a 15-minute-city walkshed | 0.0% | — |
| Homes within 15 min walk of groceries | 0.0% | — |
| Homes within 10 min walk of public transport | 0.0% | — |
| Homes within 15 min walk of a school | 0.0% | — |
| Homes within 15 min walk of a park | 22.4% | — |
| Homes within 15 min walk of health services | 0.0% | — |
| Walkable amenities per 1,000 residents | 251.9 | — |
| Street connectivity (intersections/km²) | 0 | — |
| Mean terrain slope | 3.3% | — |

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