Median house price
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SA · Renmark Paringa Council
Murtho, 5340
Est. population · Jun 2025
225
Growth (1 yr)
+1.4%
Growth (5 yr)
+7.7%
Median age
47
Median income
$1,666/wk
Employment rate
66.7%
Languages at home
5.8%non-English
Most common: Samoan
2021 Census · usual residence
- Heritage area
Suburb profile
Murtho offers a slower smaller community life in Renmark Paringa Council, with open surrounds and a close-knit community feel. Established families and long-term residents give the suburb a settled feel, with plenty of young families in the mix. The town centre holds its own, with enough local flavour to make staying close to home appealing.
With limited local amenities, residents regularly travel to a neighbouring town for shops, appointments and a wider choice. Open space is thinner than in many comparable suburbs, so residents often travel a little further for a longer park day. A car helps for most daily errands, with fewer amenities clustered within an easy walk.
Housing is more affordable than in many parts of the state. This is a mature, settled pocket where the existing streetscape still defines the local character.
At a glance
Murtho snapshot
A quick read of housing, growth, livability, and risk
Median rent
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No data available
Population (ERP)
225
+1.4% annual growth
Dwelling vacancy
4.1%
Census unoccupied dwellings
How it compares
Relative standing using percentiles, ranks, and national deciles
Safety
1st
percentile in state (higher = safer)
Pop. growth
82nd
percentile in SA
Advantage (IRSAD)
3/10
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
225(June 2025)
+1.4% annual · +7.7% over 5 years · 82th percentile in SA
Growth figures & methodology
- Annual growth
- +1.4%
- 5-year growth
- +7.7%
- Change in 1 year
- +3
- Change in 5 years
- +16
- Growth rank in SA
- 82th 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 (~250), extrapolated at +0.8% average annual growth since 2011. It is illustrative only — not an official ABS forecast.
2021 Census figures
2021 Census
- Population
- 195
- Median age
- 47
- Median household income / week
- $1,666
- Dwelling vacancy
- 4.1%
- Unoccupied private dwellings
- 3 of 73
- Median monthly mortgage
- $1,300
- Employment rate
- 66.7%
- Dwelling mix (houses / semi / flats)
- 62 / 4 / 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
Offence counts & rates
- Total offences (2024–25)
- 1
- Against the person
- 0
- Against property
- 1
- Rate per 1,000 residents
- 4.4
- State safety percentile
- 0.8th (lower crime is better)
- Family & domestic abuse offences
- 4
Most common offence types
- 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
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
- Renmark Paringa District Hospital (15.3 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)
- 6
- Participants per 1,000 residents
- 26.7
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
- 33° / 16°
- Rainfall
- 58 mm · ~7 rainy days
Autumn (Mar–May)
- Usual max / min
- 25° / 11°
- Rainfall
- 53 mm · ~7 rainy days
Winter (Jun–Aug)
- Usual max / min
- 17° / 6°
- Rainfall
- 69 mm · ~9 rainy days
Spring (Sep–Nov)
- Usual max / min
- 25° / 10°
- Rainfall
- 83 mm · ~10 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· 3 proposals
July 2026
- Alterations and additions to two existing irrigation pump stations (Pump ID's G032 & G035)LOT 111 MURTHO RD MURTHO SA 5340Under Assessment
June 2026
- Alterations and additions to an existing river pump station, including new suction lines with supporting infrastructure and replacement pumpsLOT 112 MURTHO RD MURTHO SA 5340Under Assessment
February 2026
- Installation of two (2) mooring posts to support connection arms for a moored pontoon/raftLOT 105 SCHMIDT RD MURTHO SA 5340Under Assessment
2025· 4 proposals
August 2025
- Construction of an ancillary accommodation building with an associated carport and retaining walls117 SCHMIDT RD MURTHO SA 5340Under Assessment
May 2025
- Verandah79 WILKINSON RD MURTHO SA 5340Decision Made
April 2025
- Installation of a Protective Tree Netting Structure1322 MURTHO RD MURTHO SA 5340Decision Made
- Installation of one (1) FrostBoss frost fan with a Perkins engine173 BEHERENDT RD MURTHO SA 5340Decision Made
2024· 7 proposals
December 2024
- Outbuilding with open-sided carport775 MURTHO RD MURTHO SA 5340Decision Made
October 2024
- Installation of 30 metres of sheet pile to restore river bank and protect pumping infrastructure (earthworks and retaining in a flood plain)LOT 10 MURTHO RD MURTHO SA 5340Decision Made
May 2024
- Repairs to marina area erosion control after 22/23 flood event79 WILKINSON RD MURTHO SA 5340;LOT 1 WILKINSON RD MURTHO SA 5340Under Assessment
April 2024
- Construction of domestic outbuilding (garage/pool house)79 WILKINSON RD MURTHO SA 5340Decision Made
March 2024
- Construction of two storey dwelling with undercroft storage and mud room, and convert existing dwelling to outbuilding47 OLDRIVER RD MURTHO SA 5340Decision Made
- Extension to an existing pump station comprising a concrete bunker, pump shed, pump, filter, suction pipework, and a supporting stand in the riverbed2645 MURTHO RD MURTHO SA 5340Decision Made
January 2024
- Installation of an inground fiberglass swimming pool, safety barrier fencing including a modular wall, pool pump, and sanitary equipment79 WILKINSON RD MURTHO SA 5340Decision Made
2023· 3 proposals
December 2023
- Land Division in the form of a boundary realignment93 SCHMIDT RD MURTHO SA 5340;LOT 6 SCHMIDT RD MURTHO SA 5340Decision Made
October 2023
- Construction of a vehicle/machinery service pit within an existing agricultural building772 MURTHO RD MURTHO SA 5340Decision Made
January 2023
- Upgrades to existing pump site comprising suction pipework, filtration system, control room container and associated earthworks907 MURTHO RD MURTHO SA 5340Decision Made
2022· 5 proposals
November 2022
- 3 x high-density poly pipe suction lines, connected directly to 3 x pumps in the pump station111 LOCK 6 RD MURTHO SA 5340Decision Made
October 2022
- Extensions and renovations to existing cottages to convert into Tourist Accommodation.87 WILKINSON RD MURTHO SA 5340Decision Made
June 2022
- Two domestic storage sheds79 WILKINSON RD MURTHO SA 5340Decision Made
April 2022
- Remove and replace existing boat ramp with SABFAC compliant structureLOT 122 LOCK 6 RD MURTHO SA 5340Decision Made
February 2022
- Protective Tree Netting Structure1322 MURTHO RD MURTHO SA 5340Decision Made
2021· 6 proposals
November 2021
- Domestic storage shed.LOT 21 MURTHO RD MURTHO SA 5340Decision Made
July 2021
- Dredging of irrigation channel to remove silt build-up - undertaken every 5 - 10 years775 MURTHO RD MURTHO SA 5340Decision Made
June 2021
- Construction of a concrete pool.59 ROVER CT MURTHO SA 5340Decision Made
March 2021
- Protective Tree Netting Structure1306 MURTHO RD MURTHO SA 5340Decision Made
- Agricultural building (open one side)1475 MURTHO RD MURTHO SA 5340Decision Made
February 2021
- Protective tree netting structure1293 MURTHO RD MURTHO SA 5340Decision Made
2020· 4 proposals
November 2020
- Installation and operation of one (1) FrostBoss C49 frost fan1322 MURTHO RD MURTHO SA 5340Decision Made
October 2020
- Single Storey Detached DwellingLOT 21 MURTHO RD MURTHO SA 5340Decision Made
August 2020
- Lean-to from existing shed comprising roof & one wall286 MURTHO RD MURTHO SA 5340Decision Made
- Transportable Building - Office associated with agriculture2053 MURTHO RD MURTHO SA 5340Decision 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
3 heritage places
- Dwelling ('Wilkadene'), including c1860 cottage and 1913 houseWilkinson Road PARINGAState heritage
- Former Border Cliffs Customs House, Chowilla Game Reserve [Part of Bookmark Biosphere Reserve Buffer Zone]Murtho Road BORDER CLIFFSState heritage
- Graves of Passengers of the PS BunyipLock 6 Road PARINGAState 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 35.6 km away).
Coalition 66.7%Labor 33.3%
3.7 percentage points more Coalition-leaning than the electorate
Estimated swing since 2022: +1.6 pp toward Labor
Nearest polling places
- ParingaLabor 30.3% · Coalition 69.7% TPP (2025)13.3 km away
- Renmark NorthLabor 30.0% · Coalition 70.0% TPP (2025)14.2 km away
- RenmarkLabor 43.1% · Coalition 56.9% TPP (2025)15.0 km away
- Renmark WestLabor 31.2% · Coalition 68.8% TPP (2025)16.7 km away
- LyrupLabor 27.0% · Coalition 73.0% TPP (2025)27.6 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)
- 3/10
- IRSD decile (2021)
- 3/10
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 Renmark Paringa Council
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Comparable suburbs
Similar population and socio-economic profile in other parts of South Australia.