Median house price
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SA · Alexandrina Council
Currency Creek, 5214
Est. population · Jun 2025
474
Growth (1 yr)
+1.1%
Growth (5 yr)
+7.7%
Median age
48
Median income
$1,625/wk
Employment rate
60.8%
Languages at home
3.8%non-English
Most common: Punjabi
2021 Census · usual residence
Desirability score
- Heritage area
- High desirability
Suburb profile
In Alexandrina Council, Currency Creek keeps a rural calm, a smaller community with room to breathe and a strong local rhythm. Retirees and empty-nesters are well represented here, with families and grandchildren still a visible part of community life. Everyday life leans local, with a handful of trusted shops, a familiar main street and neighbours who know your name.
Local green pockets are modest, with bigger outdoor outings usually found in neighbouring areas. Day-to-day life is more car-oriented here than in denser, more walkable pockets. Property prices are middling for the area: fair relative to what is nearby.
Reported crime has been rising recently. The streetscape feels settled and established, with older homes giving the area a familiar, lived-in look.
Versus similar regional towns, the suburb reads below average on desirability, chiefly because local dining and lifestyle amenities trail behind. Limited access to some essential local services also trimmed the result.
At a glance
Currency Creek snapshot
A quick read of housing, growth, livability, and risk
Median rent
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No data available
Population (ERP)
474
+1.1% annual growth
Dwelling vacancy
17.7%
Census unoccupied dwellings
Livability profile
Desirability pillars vs the peer median (50th percentile)
How it compares
Relative standing using percentiles, ranks, and national deciles
Desirability
#52
among Country & regional · Mature
Safety
22nd
percentile in state (higher = safer)
Pop. growth
75th
percentile in SA
Advantage (IRSAD)
6/10
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
Desirability
Ranks & confidence
- Desirability score
- 37.8/100 — Below average
- National rank
- 4167th in Australia
- State rank
- 442nd in SA
- Peer rank
- #52 among Country & regional · Mature suburbs
- Cohort rank
- #98 among Country & regional suburbs
- Data confidence
- 52%
Data sources & freshness
- Suburb Guide desirability index — Suburb Guide (derived) · current · Updated
Population
Estimated resident population
474(June 2025)
+1.1% annual · +7.7% over 5 years · 75th percentile in SA
Growth figures & methodology
- Annual growth
- +1.1%
- 5-year growth
- +7.7%
- Change in 1 year
- +5
- Change in 5 years
- +34
- Growth rank in SA
- 75th 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 (~500), extrapolated at +1.8% average annual growth since 2011. It is illustrative only — not an official ABS forecast.
2021 Census figures
2021 Census
- Population
- 443
- Median age
- 48
- Median household income / week
- $1,625
- Dwelling vacancy
- 17.7%
- Unoccupied private dwellings
- 33 of 186
- Median monthly mortgage
- $1,560
- Employment rate
- 60.8%
- Dwelling mix (houses / semi / flats)
- 149 / 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 increased compared with the previous period.
Offence counts & rates
- Total offences (2024–25)
- 8
- Against the person
- 2
- Against property
- 6
- Rate per 1,000 residents
- 16.9
- Person-crime prevalence
- About 1 in 222 residents
- State safety percentile
- 22.3th (lower crime is better)
- Family & domestic abuse offences
- 36
- Increase (daily rate)
- +33.7%
Most common offence types
- Common Assault1
- Other Property Damage And Environmental1
- Other Theft1
- Property Damage By Fire Or Explosion1
- Theft/Illegal Use Of Mv2
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
Amenities
1 nearby amenities within ~1.5 km
Local character & venue list
Local character
- Limited walkable amenities nearby
- Walkability proxy
- 0/100
- Cafés per 1,000 residents
- 0
- Food & drink per 1,000 residents
- 0
- Parks per 1,000 residents
- 0
Sport & outdoors(1)
- Sports field
Names and addresses from OpenStreetMap. Unnamed venues show as their type (e.g. Cafe). Transport stops are summarised by type rather than listed individually.
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
- South Coast District Hospital (21.3 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)
- 16
- Participants per 1,000 residents
- 33.8
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
- 25° / 15°
- Rainfall
- 53 mm · ~7 rainy days
Autumn (Mar–May)
- Usual max / min
- 21° / 12°
- Rainfall
- 103 mm · ~13 rainy days
Winter (Jun–Aug)
- Usual max / min
- 15° / 8°
- Rainfall
- 183 mm · ~23 rainy days
Spring (Sep–Nov)
- Usual max / min
- 20° / 10°
- Rainfall
- 104 mm · ~13 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· 8 proposals
July 2026
- Construction of Single Storey Detached Dwelling187 SHIPWAY RD CURRENCY CREEK SA 5214Under Assessment
June 2026
- Construction of an agricultural building (implement shed)36 DEEP CREEK RD CURRENCY CREEK SA 5214Under Assessment
May 2026
- Land division in the form of a boundary realignment (4 into 4)435 FINNISS PARK RD CURRENCY CREEK SA 5214Decision Made
- Conversion of existing dwelling to tourist accommodation (including building alterations/additions), conversion of shed to rumpus room and construction of a new detached dwelling, ancillary accommodation, carport and 2 x advertising signs.2837 ALEXANDRINA RD CURRENCY CREEK SA 5214;2861A ALEXANDRINA RD CURRENCY CREEK SA 5214Under Assessment
April 2026
- Swimming Pool & Safety Fences9B QUARRY RD CURRENCY CREEK SA 5214Decision Made
- Construction of an outbuilding (shed)2875 ALEXANDRINA RD CURRENCY CREEK SA 5214Decision Made
March 2026
- Construction of a horse stable58 NASH RD CURRENCY CREEK SA 5214Decision Made
- Land division creating one (1) additional allotment (1 into 2)291 WINERY RD CURRENCY CREEK SA 5214Decision Made
2025· 14 proposals
November 2025
- Construction of an Agricultural Building (staffroom) in association with the existing vineyardLOT 1 WINERY RD CURRENCY CREEK SA 5214Under Assessment
September 2025
- Construction of outbuilding (garage in association with existing dwelling)20 WILLIAMS RD CURRENCY CREEK SA 5214Decision Made
- Temporary special event (Day Moves Festival 2025) to occur over two (2) days (31/12/25 to 01/01/2026)125 FINNISS PARK RD CURRENCY CREEK SA 5214;261 MYRTLEGROVE RD CURRENCY CREEK SA 5214Decision Made
- Construction of an outbuilding (domestic use/ garage)17 NASH CT CURRENCY CREEK SA 5214Decision Made
- Construction of an outbuilding (shed)2780 ALEXANDRINA RD CURRENCY CREEK SA 5214Decision Made
July 2025
- Construction of a tourist accommodation360 DEEP CREEK RD CURRENCY CREEK SA 5214Under Assessment
- Installation of an 105kL above-ground water tank146 THE BROOK DR CURRENCY CREEK SA 5214Decision Made
June 2025
- Construction of an agricultural building2655 ALEXANDRINA RD CURRENCY CREEK SA 5214Decision Made
- Construction of a shedLOT 306 GOOLWA RD CURRENCY CREEK SA 5214Decision Made
March 2025
- Construction of a verandah, deck, outbuilding (garage), and swimming pool with associated swimming pool safety features757 MYRTLEGROVE RD CURRENCY CREEK SA 5214Decision Made
- Construction of three (3) verandahs116 THE BROOK DR CURRENCY CREEK SA 5214Decision Made
- Construction of a single storey dwelling and the decommissioning of existing dwelling to store295 GOULD RD CURRENCY CREEK SA 5214Decision Made
- Construction of a verandah620 MYRTLEGROVE RD CURRENCY CREEK SA 5214Decision Made
February 2025
- Construction of an agricultural building and two water tanks (above ground)LOT 100 STEVENS RD CURRENCY CREEK SA 5214Decision Made
2024· 14 proposals
December 2024
- Construction of a verandah182 FINNISS PARK RD CURRENCY CREEK SA 5214Decision Made
- Construction of an Outbuilding (domestic storage shed)185 SHIPWAY RD CURRENCY CREEK SA 5214Decision Made
- Agricultural Building (Farm Shed)39 CASTLE RANGE RD CURRENCY CREEK SA 5214Decision Made
October 2024
- Tourist AccommodationLOT 2111 KELTYS RD N CURRENCY CREEK SA 5214Under Assessment
September 2024
- Construction of a two storey detached dwelling and an above ground water tank36A DEEP CREEK RD CURRENCY CREEK SA 5214Decision Made
- Construction of an agricultural building, an outbuilding, verandahs (x2) and a swimming pool with associated safety features.225A TRIG POINT RD CURRENCY CREEK SA 5214Under Assessment
August 2024
- Construction of an outbuilding (shed), a carport and an above-ground water tank182 FINNISS PARK RD CURRENCY CREEK SA 5214Decision Made
- Construction of a single storey detached dwelling98 NASH RD CURRENCY CREEK SA 5214Decision Made
May 2024
- Construction of a single storey detached dwelling & carport40 WELLINGTON RD CURRENCY CREEK SA 5214Decision Made
- Construction of a shed (domestic)LOT 2 NASH RD CURRENCY CREEK SA 5214Decision Made
April 2024
- Construction of an Outbuilding (Garage)25 THE BROOK DR CURRENCY CREEK SA 5214Decision Made
February 2024
- Variation to DA 23016095 for four tourist accommodation cabins and change of use to horticulture, dam, internal driveways, dam and horticultural shed for preparation and processing of fruit (by addition of mezzanine floors, increased floor area and building height, internal alterations and modification for disabled access for one cabin)31 FROME RD CURRENCY CREEK SA 5214Under Assessment
January 2024
- 5 degree Skillion Stratco Shed Length - 9199mm Width - 6151mm Height - 2700mm97 THE BROOK DR CURRENCY CREEK SA 5214Decision Made
- Boundary Realignment (2 allotments into 2allotments).198 SORRELLS RD CURRENCY CREEK SA 5214;275 SORRELLS RD FINNISS SA 5255Decision Made
2023· 5 proposals
December 2023
- Replacement of existing foot bridge59 PEEL RD CURRENCY CREEK SA 5214Decision Made
- Extending the existing open fronted Hay Shed to double the size.142 THE BROOK DR CURRENCY CREEK SA 5214Decision Made
November 2023
- Interpretive signage relating to the historic Currency Creek Bridge and Train Viaduct31 FROME RD CURRENCY CREEK SA 5214Decision Made
September 2023
- Farm Building (implement and storage) and Associated RWT (20,000L Above Ground)102 FROME RD CURRENCY CREEK SA 5214Decision Made
August 2023
- Build Stratco Sanctuary Attached Patio 4A 7000x6200 and 2700 high with 65x65 columns Colours Slate Grey for frame work and Alpine Prodek Sheets.60 WINERY RD CURRENCY CREEK SA 5214Decision 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
Roadworks & transport
7 active roadworks / incidents
- Guard Rail ReplacementGoolwa Road, Cliffside Rd14 Aug 2026 – 28 Aug 2026
- Road RepairGoolwa Road, Cliffside Rd16 Mar 2026 – 31 Aug 2026
- Road RepairGoolwa Road, Deep Creek Rd16 Mar 2026 – 31 Aug 2026
- Road RepairGoolwa Road, Dings Rd16 Mar 2026 – 31 Aug 2026
- Road RepairGoolwa Road, Nash Rd16 Mar 2026 – 31 Aug 2026
- Road RepairGoolwa Road, Williams Rd16 Mar 2026 – 31 Aug 2026
- Road RepairGoolwa Road, Peel Rd16 Mar 2026 – 31 Aug 2026
Data sources & freshness
- Traffic SA road events — Department for Infrastructure and Transport (SA) · current · Updated
Heritage
3 heritage places
- Former Currency Creek MillOff Myrtle Grove Road CURRENCY CREEKState heritage
- Old Currency Creek Road Bridge [Laminated Timber Arch]Off Goolwa - Strathalbyn Road CURRENCY CREEKState heritage
- Railway Viaduct over Currency CreekRailway Reserve CURRENCY CREEKState 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
- Mayo
- Member of Parliament
- Rebekha SHARKIE (Centre Alliance)
- Results from
- 2025 federal election
- Electorate enrolment (2025)
- 137,818
- Turnout (2025)
- 94.2%
- Swing since 2022 (2025)
- +3.4 pp toward Labor
Two-party preferred (2025)
Coalition 45.0%Labor 55.0%
Estimated suburb voting profile
Estimated from 8 nearby ordinary polling places (up to 18.0 km away).
Coalition 57.7%Labor 42.3%
12.7 percentage points more Coalition-leaning than the electorate
Estimated swing since 2022: -5.7 pp toward Coalition
Nearest polling places
- Currency CreekLabor 39.7% · Coalition 60.3% TPP (2025)1.7 km away
- GoolwaLabor 52.9% · Coalition 47.1% TPP (2025)5.5 km away
- Goolwa CentralLabor 52.0% · Coalition 48.0% TPP (2025)6.4 km away
- MiddletonLabor 56.1% · Coalition 43.9% TPP (2025)9.7 km away
- Port ElliotLabor 57.9% · Coalition 42.1% TPP (2025)12.8 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)
- 6/10
- 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
Compare with
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