Median house price
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SA · Mid Murray Council
Caloote, 5254
Est. population · Jun 2025
136
Growth (1 yr)
+1.5%
Growth (5 yr)
+4.6%
Median age
56
Median income
$1,031/wk
Employment rate
47.3%
Languages at home
7%non-English
Mostly English at home
2021 Census · usual residence
- Excellent transport
- Heritage area
Suburb profile
Caloote is a residential smaller community in Mid Murray Council with a familiar suburban feel. A mature community gives the area a calm, settled social fabric, with families and grandchildren still a visible part of community life. With fewer amenities on hand, neighbouring suburbs do much of the shopping and service heavy lifting.
Local green pockets are modest, with bigger outdoor outings usually found in neighbouring areas. Day-to-day life is more car-oriented here, with buses covering longer trips across the wider area. Housing sits in the middle of the local market: neither cheap nor premium.
Crime trends have improved of late compared with the previous period. This is a mature, settled pocket where the existing streetscape still defines the local character.
At a glance
Caloote snapshot
A quick read of housing, growth, livability, and risk
Median rent
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No data available
Population (ERP)
136
+1.5% annual growth
Dwelling vacancy
50.0%
Census unoccupied dwellings
How it compares
Relative standing using percentiles, ranks, and national deciles
Safety
17th
percentile in state (higher = safer)
Pop. growth
84th
percentile in SA
Advantage (IRSAD)
4/10
national SEIFA decile
Population growth
Recent ERP change over 1 and 5 years
Housing mix
Dwelling types from the 2021 Census
Risks & flags
Quick scan — open a section below for full context
Living here
Population
Estimated resident population
136(June 2025)
+1.5% annual · +4.6% over 5 years · 84th percentile in SA
Growth figures & methodology
- Annual growth
- +1.5%
- 5-year growth
- +4.6%
- Change in 1 year
- +2
- Change in 5 years
- +6
- Growth rank in SA
- 84th percentile
ABS Estimated Resident Population allocated to this suburb from SA2-level data. Not an official ABS suburb count.
Methodology
Figures are allocated from ABS Estimated Resident Population at Statistical Area Level 2 (SA2), using 2021 Census share within overlapping SA2 regions. Where Census data is unavailable, area overlap is used instead.
The dashed chart line is a simple growth-trend estimate to June 2030 (~150), extrapolated at +1.1% average annual growth since 2011. It is illustrative only — not an official ABS forecast.
2021 Census figures
2021 Census
- Population
- 133
- Median age
- 56
- Median household income / week
- $1,031
- Dwelling vacancy
- 50%
- Unoccupied private dwellings
- 58 of 116
- Median monthly mortgage
- $1,733
- Employment rate
- 47.3%
- Dwelling mix (houses / semi / flats)
- 57 / 0 / 0
Contributes to desirability score · Community (5%)
Employment, household income and age diversity (2021 Census)
Data sources & freshness
- 2021 Census — General Community Profile — Australian Bureau of Statistics · Updated
The 2026 Census runs in August 2026; suburb-level updates are expected from mid-2027.
- Estimated Resident Population — Australian Bureau of Statistics · 2025 · Updated · SA2 ERP allocated to suburb boundaries
Community & culture
No 2021 Census cultural diversity data for this suburb yet.
Data sources & freshness
- 2021 Census — General Community Profile — Australian Bureau of Statistics · Updated
The 2026 Census runs in August 2026; suburb-level updates are expected from mid-2027.
Crime & safety
Reported offences decreased compared with the previous period.
Offence counts & rates
- Total offences (2024–25)
- 2
- Against the person
- 1
- Against property
- 1
- Rate per 1,000 residents
- 14.7
- Person-crime prevalence
- About 1 in 133 residents
- State safety percentile
- 16.7th (lower crime is better)
- Family & domestic abuse offences
- 15
- Decrease (daily rate)
- -59.9%
Most common offence types
- Abduction, Harassment And Other Offences1
- Other Theft1
Contributes to desirability score · Safety (18%)
Crime rate and year-on-year trend
Data sources & freshness
- SAPOL reported crime statistics — South Australia Police — OpenData · 2023-24 → 2024-25; 2024-25 · Updated · Financial-year releases
Family & Lifestyle
Public transport
3 public transport stops in this suburb
- Caloote Landing Rd - North side (Caloote)
- Mannum Rd / Caloote Rd - East side (Caloote)
- Mannum Rd / Caloote Rd - West side (Caloote)
Contributes to desirability score · Accessibility (15%)
Public transport stop coverage
Data sources & freshness
- Adelaide Metro GTFS stops — Department for Infrastructure and Transport (SA) · current · Updated
Amenities
No OpenStreetMap amenities mapped for this suburb yet.
Contributes to desirability score · Lifestyle (15%)
Food, shopping, recreation and sport (OpenStreetMap)
Data sources & freshness
- Local amenity insights — Suburb Guide (derived) · current · Updated
- OpenStreetMap amenities — OpenStreetMap contributors · current · Updated
Health access
- Nearest hospital
- Mannum District Hospital (9.1 km)
- Nearest hospital type
- Public Hospital
- Nearest hospital emergency
- Emergency department
Contributes to desirability score · Accessibility (15%)
Hospitals and GP clinics
Data sources & freshness
- Hospitals & GP Plus clinics (SA) — SA Health · current · Updated
NDIS participation
- NDIS participants (31 March 2026)
- 4
- Participants per 1,000 residents
- 29.4
Active NDIS participants allocated from NDIA Statistical Area Level 2 (SA2, ASGS 2016) counts to this suburb boundary. Not an official suburb-level NDIS figure · as at 31 March 2026.
For NDIS spend and service-demand exploration by SA2 or postcode, see the Care Sector Demand Map.
Data sources & freshness
- NDIS participants by SA2 — National Disability Insurance Agency · 2026-Q1 · Updated · Quarterly SA2 counts allocated to suburb boundaries
Weather
Typical conditions by season for suburbs in the same ~44 km climate area. Rainfall totals are summed from monthly WorldClim layers; rainy-day counts are approximate.
Summer (Dec–Feb)
- Usual max / min
- 29° / 14°
- Rainfall
- 67 mm · ~8 rainy days
Autumn (Mar–May)
- Usual max / min
- 23° / 10°
- Rainfall
- 97 mm · ~12 rainy days
Winter (Jun–Aug)
- Usual max / min
- 16° / 6°
- Rainfall
- 148 mm · ~18 rainy days
Spring (Sep–Nov)
- Usual max / min
- 22° / 9°
- Rainfall
- 119 mm · ~15 rainy days
Contributes to desirability score · Lifestyle (15%)
Temperature and humidity comfort
Data sources & freshness
- Seasonal climate normals — WorldClim 2.1 · Updated
Future & Planning
Planning & development
Development applications from PlanSA register and EPA licensed activities.
2026· 6 proposals
July 2026
- Installation of two storage containers (outbuilding) for domestic storage in association with the existing detached dwelling (Retrospective Development)2 CHARLES ST CALOOTE SA 5254Under Assessment
May 2026
- Installation of an inground fiberglass swimming. All safety features installed by homeowner.51 MURRAY ST CALOOTE SA 5254Decision Made
April 2026
- Construction of three domestic outbuildings in association with an existing detached dwelling51 MURRAY ST CALOOTE SA 5254Under Assessment
- Tourist Accommodation (conversion of existing ruin)104 GEROGLES RD CALOOTE SA 5254Under Assessment
- Demolition of an existing dwelling and the construction of an elevated detached dwelling with an undercroft shed and associated earthworks and retaining wallsLOT 25 CALOOTE LANDING RD CALOOTE SA 5254Under Assessment
February 2026
- Construction of a new freestanding deck, 5.4m × 13.65m with a maximum height of 2.4m, to be used as a domestic outdoor living area.7 MARTHA ST CALOOTE SA 5254Decision Made
2025· 6 proposals
December 2025
- Dwelling addition (covered patio and stairs), retaining wall and associated excavation and filling in a flood plainLOT 18 CALOOTE LANDING RD CALOOTE SA 5254Decision Made
October 2025
- Verandah attached existing dwelling776 MANNUM RD CALOOTE SA 5254Decision Made
- Additions and alterations to an existing dwelling including three bedrooms, a deck and external steps.8 -9 CALOOTE LANDING RD CALOOTE SA 5254Under Assessment
- install of an 11 metre x 6 metre verandah attached to the house9 BORCHARDT RD CALOOTE SA 5254Decision Made
September 2025
- Construction of a single storey detached dwelling2 CHARLES ST CALOOTE SA 5254Decision Made
August 2025
- Replacement River Structure (Jetty)LOT 41 CALOOTE LANDING RD CALOOTE SA 5254;LOT 6 CALOOTE LANDING RD CALOOTE SA 5254Decision Made
2024· 10 proposals
December 2024
- Variation to DA 24021920 - Demolition of an existing jetty and construction of a new jetty in a Crown reserve (Associated with Lot 46 Caloote Landing Rd, Caloote)LOT 46 CALOOTE LANDING RD CALOOTE SA 5254Decision Made
November 2024
- Spa (outdoor)LOT 46 CALOOTE LANDING RD CALOOTE SA 5254Decision Made
October 2024
- Installation of two rock retaining walls within the flood plain (retrospective)LOT 46 CALOOTE LANDING RD CALOOTE SA 5254Decision Made
August 2024
- Construction of a jetty (replacement) on Crown Reserve (Associated with Lot 46 Caloote Landing Rd, Caloote)LOT 46 CALOOTE LANDING RD CALOOTE SA 5254Decision Made
- Agricultural BuildingLOT 57 GEROGLES RD CALOOTE SA 5254Under Assessment
June 2024
- Demolition of an existing dwelling and the construction of an elevated detached dwelling with attached balcony, external stairs, rainwater tanks and undercroft area (UMR) and associated retaining wallsLOT 41 CALOOTE LANDING RD CALOOTE SA 5254Decision Made
April 2024
- Construction of a domestic outbuilding with a connected carportLOT 50 CALOOTE LANDING RD CALOOTE SA 5254Decision Made
February 2024
- Construction of a single storey detached dwellingLOT 1 ZADOW RD CALOOTE SA 5254Decision Made
- Alterations and additions to an existing dwelling comprising a verandah, deck, outside bathroom, and a carport extension36 MURRAY ST CALOOTE SA 5254Decision Made
January 2024
- Variation of Development Application 22003725 - Construction of an elevated deck, external staircase, and a retaining wall in association with an existing dwellingLOT 45 CALOOTE LANDING RD CALOOTE SA 5254Decision Made
2023· 3 proposals
June 2023
- Construction of a freestanding carport64 MURRAY ST CALOOTE SA 5254Decision Made
May 2023
- Domestic Outbuilding12 NEEDLES RD CALOOTE SA 5254Decision Made
April 2023
- Residential Outbuilding (Shed)34 MARTHA ST CALOOTE SA 5254Under Assessment
2022· 11 proposals
December 2022
- Construction of a domestic outbuilding51 MURRAY ST CALOOTE SA 5254Decision Made
- Residential Outbuilding (Garage)40 MURRAY ST CALOOTE SA 5254Decision Made
November 2022
- Installation of concrete water tank with associated earthworksLOT 46 CALOOTE LANDING RD CALOOTE SA 5254Decision Made
September 2022
- Change of use of an existing dwelling to tourist accommodation and the construction of a new single storey detached dwelling23 HIGHLAND RD CALOOTE SA 5254Decision Made
June 2022
- Construction of a replacement jetty8-9 CALOOTE LANDING RD CALOOTE SA 5254;LOT 6 CALOOTE LANDING RD CALOOTE SA 5254Decision Made
April 2022
- Construction of a verandah attached to an existing dwelling29 CHARLES ST CALOOTE SA 5254Decision Made
March 2022
- Alterations and additions to an existing dwelling comprising an elevated deck, retaining wall and associated earthworks in a flood plain.LOT 45 CALOOTE LANDING RD CALOOTE SA 5254Decision Made
- Construction of a domestic outbuilding in association with an existing detached dwelling23 HIGHLAND RD CALOOTE SA 5254Decision Made
February 2022
- Detached dwelling and domestic outbuilding (shed)16 MARTHA ST CALOOTE SA 5254Decision Made
- Swimming pool and safety fence20 MURRAY ST CALOOTE SA 5254Decision Made
January 2022
- Residential Outbuilding (Shed)23 MURRAY ST CALOOTE SA 5254Decision Made
2021· 4 proposals
November 2021
- Demolition of existing dwelling, construction of two storey dwelling with balcony and underfloor storage area, associated excavation and filling in a flood plain and variation [extension of basement and minor amendments] to DA 711/334/20LOT 46 CALOOTE LANDING RD CALOOTE SA 5254Decision Made
October 2021
- Residential Outbuilding (Shed)22 MARTHA ST CALOOTE SA 5254Decision Made
- Domestic Outbuilding (Shed)7 MARTHA ST CALOOTE SA 5254Decision Made
July 2021
- Carport9 BORCHARDT RD CALOOTE SA 5254Decision Made
Contributes to desirability score · Future Growth (7%)
Development and planning activity
Data sources & freshness
- PlanSA development applications & EPA licences — Government of South Australia — PlanSA · 2026 · Updated
Heritage
2 heritage places
- Former General Store and Post Office32 Murray St CALOOTELocal heritage
- Reedy Creek Homestead and outbuildings7 Abraham Rd CALOOTELocal heritage
Data sources & freshness
- SA Heritage Places database — Department for Environment and Water (SA) · current · Updated
Hazards
- Bushfire planning zone
- Overlay applies
Bushfire overlay checked at suburb centroid against all current SA Planning risk layers (high, medium, general, urban interface, regional, outback). Safer places from CFS designated locations.
Contributes to desirability score · Safety (18%)
Bushfire hazard overlays
Data sources & freshness
- Bushfire & hazard overlays (SA) — Government of South Australia · current · Updated
Politics & representation
- Federal electorate
- Barker
- Member of Parliament
- Tony PASIN (Liberal)
- Results from
- 2025 federal election
- Electorate enrolment (2025)
- 127,045
- Turnout (2025)
- 92.6%
- Swing since 2022 (2025)
- +3.6 pp toward Labor
Two-party preferred (2025)
Coalition 63.0%Labor 37.0%
Estimated suburb voting profile
Estimated from 8 nearby ordinary polling places (up to 17.9 km away).
Coalition 59.9%Labor 40.1%
3.1 percentage points more Labor-leaning than the electorate
Estimated swing since 2022: +5.3 pp toward Labor
Nearest polling places
- PondeLabor 38.1% · Coalition 61.9% TPP (2025)4.8 km away
- MannumLabor 43.8% · Coalition 56.2% TPP (2025)7.6 km away
- MypolongaLabor 37.4% · Coalition 62.6% TPP (2025)10.9 km away
- Murray BridgeLabor 47.1% · Coalition 52.9% TPP (2025)15.9 km away
- Murray Bridge EastLabor 36.2% · Coalition 63.8% TPP (2025)16.0 km away
Federal electorate from AEC federal division boundaries (2025 redistribution). Division-level results are official AEC figures from the latest general election, with by-election updates where applicable. The estimated suburb profile blends up to eight nearest ordinary polling booths in the same electorate using inverse-distance weighting from the suburb centroid — an approximation, not official AEC data. Nearest polling places are shown for reference.
Data sources & freshness
- Federal election results — Australian Electoral Commission · Updated · 2025 election with by-election overlays
Socio-economic
- IRSAD decile (2021)
- 4/10
- IRSD decile (2021)
- 6/10
ABS Socio-Economic Indexes for Areas (SEIFA), 2021 release — the latest available, derived from the 2021 Census. Deciles rank suburbs nationally from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).
What do IRSAD and IRSD measure?
IRSAD — Index of Relative Socio-economic Advantage and Disadvantage. Combines indicators of advantage (e.g. high income, skilled occupations) and disadvantage. Higher decile = more advantaged relative to other Australian areas.
IRSD — Index of Relative Socio-economic Disadvantage. Focuses on disadvantage only (e.g. low income, unemployment, limited education). Higher decile = less disadvantage nationally.
A new SEIFA edition typically follows each census; the ABS has not announced a release date beyond 2021.
Contributes to desirability score · Community (5%)
Socio-economic advantage (IRSAD decile)
Data sources & freshness
- SEIFA 2021 (IRSAD / IRSD) — Australian Bureau of Statistics · Updated
More in Mid Murray Council
Other suburbs in the same local government area.
Comparable suburbs
Similar population and socio-economic profile in other parts of South Australia.