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SA · Mount Remarkable Council
Port Germein, 5495
Est. population · Jun 2025
375
Growth (1 yr)
-0.3%
Growth (5 yr)
-0.8%
Median age
59
Median income
$917/wk
Employment rate
39.3%
Languages at home
2.1%non-English
Mostly English at home
2021 Census · usual residence
Desirability score
- Excellent transport
- Heritage area
- High desirability
Suburb profile
Port Germein offers a slower smaller community life in Mount Remarkable Council, with open surrounds and a close-knit community feel. A mature community gives the area a calm, settled social fabric, with multiple generations sharing the same neighbourhood. 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. A car helps for most daily errands, though buses still link the suburb further afield. Homes are relatively cheap compared with the wider market, which keeps entry costs lower.
Reported crime has been rising recently. Tree-lined streets and established homes set the tone, with little pressure to reinvent the neighbourhood.
Desirability sits below average overall, with local dining and lifestyle amenities the main drag compared with similar regional towns. Limited access to some essential local services also trimmed the result.
At a glance
Port Germein snapshot
A quick read of housing, growth, livability, and risk
Median rent
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No data available
Population (ERP)
375
-0.3% annual growth
Dwelling vacancy
35.9%
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
#174
among Country & regional · Mature
Safety
56th
percentile in state (higher = safer)
Pop. growth
5th
percentile in SA
Advantage (IRSAD)
1/10
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
- 8.3/100 — Below average
- National rank
- 6949th in Australia
- State rank
- 709th in SA
- Peer rank
- #174 among Country & regional · Mature suburbs
- Cohort rank
- #274 among Country & regional suburbs
- Data confidence
- 60%
Data sources & freshness
- Suburb Guide desirability index — Suburb Guide (derived) · current · Updated
Population
Estimated resident population
375(June 2025)
-0.3% annual · -0.8% over 5 years · 5th percentile in SA
Growth figures & methodology
- Annual growth
- -0.3%
- 5-year growth
- -0.8%
- Change in 1 year
- -1
- Change in 5 years
- -3
- Growth rank in SA
- 5th 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 (~350), extrapolated at -0.1% average annual growth since 2011. It is illustrative only — not an official ABS forecast.
2021 Census figures
2021 Census
- Population
- 368
- Median age
- 59
- Median household income / week
- $917
- Dwelling vacancy
- 35.9%
- Unoccupied private dwellings
- 93 of 259
- Median monthly mortgage
- $877
- Employment rate
- 39.3%
- Dwelling mix (houses / semi / flats)
- 169 / 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)
- 15
- Against the person
- 4
- Against property
- 11
- Rate per 1,000 residents
- 40
- Person-crime prevalence
- About 1 in 92 residents
- State safety percentile
- 56.2th (lower crime is better)
- Family & domestic abuse offences
- 8
- Increase (daily rate)
- +25.3%
Most common offence types
- Other Property Damage And Environmental3
- Other Unlawful Entry With Intent2
- Sct - Residence2
- Serious Assault Not Resulting In Injury2
- Theft From Motor Vehicle2
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
- Augusta Hwy / Port Germein Rd - East side (Port Germein Turn Off)
- Augusta Hwy / Port Germein Rd - West side (Port Germein Turn Off)
- Esplanade / High St - North side - (Goods Shed Port Germein)
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
- Port Pirie Regional Health Service (20.2 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)
- 9
- Participants per 1,000 residents
- 24.0
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
- 30° / 17°
- Rainfall
- 69 mm · ~9 rainy days
Autumn (Mar–May)
- Usual max / min
- 24° / 12°
- Rainfall
- 89 mm · ~11 rainy days
Winter (Jun–Aug)
- Usual max / min
- 16° / 7°
- Rainfall
- 148 mm · ~18 rainy days
Spring (Sep–Nov)
- Usual max / min
- 23° / 11°
- Rainfall
- 136 mm · ~17 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· 4 proposals
July 2026
- Detached Dwelling with associated private garage, studio/home office, verandah, wastewater treatment system, rainwater storage tanks and associated residential site works.31 WINTERHUDE ST PORT GERMEIN SA 5495Under Assessment
- Outbuilding (garage for multiple car storage and domestic storage)22 HIGH ST PORT GERMEIN SA 5495Decision Made
June 2026
- Double storey detached dwelling35 ESPLANADE PORT GERMEIN SA 5495Decision Made
February 2026
- We wish to upgrade the battery on our solar farm but as we lease the land and don't own it the bank will not loan us the money. We wish to sub-divide off the existing solar farm foot print (including the detention dam in south west corner). The land owner wishes the sub-division to be as small as possible to allow the cropping and grazing to continue as it currently does. There will be no changes to existing fence lines.LOT 97 BRIDLE TRK PORT GERMEIN SA 5495Decision Made
2025· 7 proposals
October 2025
- New Colorbond Shed 18mL x 8mW x 3mH Colour: Shale Grey Walls, PA Door Surfmist Roof, Gutters, Barges and RAD Purpose: Storage of Vehicle and Domestic Items Storm Water to new 22000L Tank to be purchased when shed built.43 HIGH ST PORT GERMEIN SA 5495Decision Made
September 2025
- New Colorbond Shed 6.07mW x 5.4mL x 2.7mH Colour: Classic Cream - Walls, PA Door Manor Red - Roof, RAD, Barge, Flashing Purpose: Storage of Vehicles and Domestic Items Stormwater to Garden32 MOZART ST PORT GERMEIN SA 5495Decision Made
- Single storey detached dwelling43 HIGH ST PORT GERMEIN SA 5495Decision Made
April 2025
- Two storey dwelling35 ESPLANADE PORT GERMEIN SA 5495Decision Made
January 2025
- colorbond 9m x 9m x 3.5m (high) carport14 ARCHIBALD ST PORT GERMEIN SA 5495Decision Made
- New shed to replace existing smaller unsuitable shedLOT 165 PORT GERMEIN RD PORT GERMEIN SA 5495Decision Made
- Shed32 HIGH ST PORT GERMEIN SA 5495Decision Made
2024· 6 proposals
October 2024
- Freestanding carport (W 9m x H 3m x L 5m) in front of current 6mx9m shed.23 -25 PEDERSEN ST PORT GERMEIN SA 5495Decision Made
August 2024
- To build a shed on the existing vacant site. This will serve as an outbuilding to a house to be built at a future date on the allotment.40-42 PONAPE ST PORT GERMEIN SA 5495Decision Made
April 2024
- Shed9 OLIVEBANK ST PORT GERMEIN SA 5495Decision Made
March 2024
- 2 x carports to block sun from windows to the house (extend the old shelter there)139 PORT GERMEIN RD PORT GERMEIN SA 5495Under Assessment
- Removal of old verandah and install new Stratco Patio144 GERMEIN GORGE RD PORT GERMEIN SA 5495Decision Made
- Detached dwelling30 BAROOTA TCE PORT GERMEIN SA 5495Decision Made
2023· 10 proposals
September 2023
- New Verandah for use as a shade shelter 9mL x 4mW x 2.7mH Colorbond - Colour Classic Cream - All Materials S/W to Kerb.11-13 PONAPE ST PORT GERMEIN SA 5495Decision Made
August 2023
- New dwelling with verandah & garage21 OLIVEBANK ST PORT GERMEIN SA 5495Decision Made
- Extension to existing home comprising of new living space, bedroom and ensuite19-21 PEDERSEN ST PORT GERMEIN SA 5495Decision Made
July 2023
- Storage sea container to be place adjacent to current Men's Shed buildings on site. Verandah build to existing Men's Shed to increase work and activity space29-39 KARPFANGER ST PORT GERMEIN SA 5495Decision Made
- The Proposed Development is for a New Attached Colourbond (Deep Ocean) Carport to the Existing Shed structure. Carport Manufacturer: Olympic Industries. Project: Standard Gable Building. Site Location: Wind Region A Terrain Category 2. Span: 6100mm Length: 6100mm Height: 3752mm (Gable Height) Bay Spacing: 3000mm. Pitch: 13 deg.11 OLIVEBANK ST PORT GERMEIN SA 5495Decision Made
May 2023
- The development proposes a two story addition to the existing timber framed residence. The two story componant will be constructed from timber wall, floor and roof framing and Hardies cladding. Minor modification of the existing residence will occur to allow for connection between the existing and proposed.55 KEELEY RD PORT GERMEIN SA 5495Decision Made
- Install an above ground swimming pool into the ground under the existing pergola 6.5 metres x 3 metres 132cm deep Sterns brand with sand filter on block no 189. Documents will be submitted with the plans New pool bought second-hand for 1500.00 to be installed by myself40-42 KARPFANGER ST PORT GERMEIN SA 5495Decision Made
April 2023
- Kitchen & common room addition, with verandah & deck1197 MIDDLE TRK PORT GERMEIN SA 5495Decision Made
March 2023
- Erect Carport29 OLIVEBANK ST PORT GERMEIN SA 5495Decision Made
January 2023
- 7 bay farm shed144 GERMEIN GORGE RD PORT GERMEIN SA 5495Decision Made
2022· 8 proposals
September 2022
- 11m x 5m freestanding skillion carport on the northern side of existing house and a 11m x5m freestanding skillion carport on the southern side of house steel post with C section framing members with zincalume roofing iron.44-46 KARPFANGER ST PORT GERMEIN SA 5495Decision Made
August 2022
- 12.1 x 7.6 x 3.0m Storage Shed9 KILLORAN ST PORT GERMEIN SA 5495Decision Made
- Olympic Industries Shed, 18.3m Long, 9.18m Wide, 3.66m High walls Colourbond Concrete Floor Power 2 x Sliding Doors on Eastern End. PA Door and 1 window on southern side49 ESPLANADE PORT GERMEIN SA 5495Decision Made
May 2022
- Extension to existing dwelling45 ESPLANADE PORT GERMEIN SA 5495Decision Made
March 2022
- Installation of new garage/carport from Alpha Industries (quote number 05032/21) 18.1 mtrs in length x 9.1 mtrs in width x 4.3 mtrs in height over and extending existing garage foot print to house storage racks, work bench also to house boat/trailer and tractor.In addition provide protection and shade to vehicles that can be parked in front under opened bay area 6.0 mtr x 9.1mtr wide incorporating privacy screening down either side of 6.0 mtr length.8 ARCHIBALD ST PORT GERMEIN SA 5495Decision Made
- Verandah & Decking onto existing dwelling at site address23-25 KARPFANGER ST PORT GERMEIN SA 5495Decision Made
February 2022
- 120T capacity Sliding roof fertiliser storage shed. Ancillary use to the existing functions of the farming practice. To be able to purchase bulk material when it becomes available, and then to be used (on farm) at the owners discretion.148 POLE RD PORT GERMEIN SA 5495Decision Made
January 2022
- New Shed 16m x 10m x 4.5m in Colorbond. Monument colour. She specifications provided with application documents.LOT 96 PORT GERMEIN RD PORT GERMEIN SA 5495Decision Made
2021· 6 proposals
November 2021
- Carport and rollerdoor off side of house. Freestanding10 KILLORAN ST PORT GERMEIN SA 5495Decision Made
September 2021
- 12x8mtr shed and a 12x18mtr shed203 PORT GERMEIN RD PORT GERMEIN SA 5495Decision Made
June 2021
- The addition of two verandahs to the existing residentual house. One on the rear, extending the length of the house to cover the existing decking. The other, at the front of the house to cover the existing decking. The rear will join to the facia and be supported by 65x65x2.4mm columns. The one of the front will be attached to the trusses in the roof and an existing column to negate the roof line. The planning will be done with the expert input of the materials supplier.38 BAROOTA TCE PORT GERMEIN SA 5495Under Assessment
April 2021
- Proposed Domestic Garage43-45 PONAPE ST PORT GERMEIN SA 5495Decision Made
March 2021
- Secondhand transportable Dwelling44 WINTERHUDE ST PORT GERMEIN SA 5495Decision Made
January 2021
- Boundary realignment 2 into 2482 GERMEIN GORGE RD PORT GERMEIN SA 5495Decision 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
1 heritage place
- Port Germein Jetty Site, including Jetty and Two Railway ShedsThe Esplanade PORT GERMEINState heritage
Data sources & freshness
- SA Heritage Places database — Department for Environment and Water (SA) · current · Updated
Hazards
- Bushfire planning zone
- Overlay applies
- Bushfire safer places
- 1
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
- Grey
- Member of Parliament
- Tom VENNING (Liberal)
- Results from
- 2025 federal election
- Electorate enrolment (2025)
- 128,707
- Turnout (2025)
- 89.4%
- Swing since 2022 (2025)
- +5.4 pp toward Labor
Two-party preferred (2025)
Coalition 54.6%Labor 45.4%
Estimated suburb voting profile
Estimated from 8 nearby ordinary polling places (up to 25.8 km away).
Coalition 57.0%Labor 43.0%
2.3 percentage points more Coalition-leaning than the electorate
Estimated swing since 2022: -2.6 pp toward Coalition
Nearest polling places
- Port GermeinLabor 42.6% · Coalition 57.4% TPP (2025)2.0 km away
- NapperbyLabor 48.0% · Coalition 52.0% TPP (2025)18.8 km away
- Port PirieLabor 61.7% · Coalition 38.3% TPP (2025)19.6 km away
- SolomontownLabor 62.4% · Coalition 37.6% TPP (2025)20.4 km away
- Risdon Park EastLabor 54.7% · Coalition 45.3% TPP (2025)21.4 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)
- 1/10
- IRSD decile (2021)
- 1/10
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
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