Median house price
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SA · Murray Bridge Council
Sunnyside, 5253
Est. population · Jun 2025
98
Growth (1 yr)
+1.0%
Growth (5 yr)
+4.3%
Median age
48
Median income
$1,974/wk
Employment rate
60.5%
Languages at home
3.1%non-English
Mostly English at home
2021 Census · usual residence
Suburb profile
Sunnyside is a residential smaller community in Murray Bridge Council with a familiar suburban feel. Life revolves around the local community, with the wider region offering trips and services when needed. A mature community gives the area a calm, settled social fabric, with multiple generations sharing the same neighbourhood.
Local amenities are on the light side, so many everyday needs are met by travelling to a neighbouring suburb or town. 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.
Purchase and rent costs sit on the more affordable side of the local range. Tree-lined streets and established homes set the tone, with little pressure to reinvent the neighbourhood.
At a glance
Sunnyside snapshot
A quick read of housing, growth, livability, and risk
Median rent
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No data available
Population (ERP)
98
+1.0% annual growth
Dwelling vacancy
65.0%
Census unoccupied dwellings
How it compares
Relative standing using percentiles, ranks, and national deciles
Safety
57th
percentile in state (higher = safer)
Pop. growth
75th
percentile in SA
Advantage (IRSAD)
3/10
national SEIFA decile
School ICSEA
42nd
percentile among schools with ICSEA
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
98(June 2025)
+1.0% annual · +4.3% over 5 years · 75th percentile in SA
Growth figures & methodology
- Annual growth
- +1.0%
- 5-year growth
- +4.3%
- Change in 1 year
- +1
- Change in 5 years
- +4
- 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 (~100), extrapolated at +1.1% average annual growth since 2011. It is illustrative only — not an official ABS forecast.
2021 Census figures
2021 Census
- Population
- 96
- Median age
- 48
- Median household income / week
- $1,974
- Dwelling vacancy
- 65%
- Unoccupied private dwellings
- 76 of 117
- Median monthly mortgage
- $1,629
- Employment rate
- 60.5%
- Dwelling mix (houses / semi / flats)
- 37 / 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 are unchanged compared with the previous period.
Offence counts & rates
- Total offences (2024–25)
- 4
- Against the person
- 4
- Against property
- 0
- Rate per 1,000 residents
- 40.8
- Person-crime prevalence
- About 1 in 24 residents
- State safety percentile
- 57.2th (lower crime is better)
- Family & domestic abuse offences
- 400
- Increase (daily rate)
- +0.3%
Most common offence types
- Dangerous Or Negligent Acts2
- Other Acts Intended To Cause Injury2
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
Schools & preschools
- Median school ICSEA
- 990
- Median ICSEA percentile
- 42th
School list
- Mypolonga Primary SchoolPrimary · Government · ICSEA 990 · 42th percentile · LBOTE 0% · 141 students · Top SEA quarter 6% · 1.5 km awayView on My School →
Contributes to desirability score · Education (15%)
School and preschool counts, median school ICSEA
Data sources & freshness
- School ICSEA (ACARA) — Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority · 2025 · Updated · Annual release
Amenities
1 nearby amenities within ~1.5 km
1 swimming pools
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)
- Swimming pool
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
- Murray Bridge Soldiers' Memorial Hospital (11.1 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)
- 3
- Participants per 1,000 residents
- 30.6
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· 8 proposals
June 2026
- Outbuilding (Shed) and Carport48 COONAWARRA RD SUNNYSIDE SA 5253Under Assessment
May 2026
- Outbuilding (shed)100 CLIFFTOP DR SUNNYSIDE SA 5253Decision Made
April 2026
- Detached Dwelling341 BURDETT RD SUNNYSIDE SA 5253Under Assessment
- Dwelling Alterations, Verandah and Carport Extension2 BURGESS RD SUNNYSIDE SA 5253Under Assessment
- SUPPLY AND INSTALL FREESTANDING CARPORT45 CLIFFTOP DR SUNNYSIDE SA 5253Decision Made
March 2026
- Two sheds (outbuildings) for uses associated with domestic activities including workshop and crafting activities45 CLIFFTOP DR SUNNYSIDE SA 5253Decision Made
February 2026
- Two storey detached dwelling including balcony, verandah, alfresco, porch, and garage Retaining Walls21 SUNNYSIDE RD SUNNYSIDE SA 5253Under Assessment
January 2026
- Outbuilding - Shed114 CLIFFTOP DR SUNNYSIDE SA 5253Decision Made
2025· 11 proposals
October 2025
- Installation of new patio area near dwelling45 COONAWARRA RD SUNNYSIDE SA 5253Decision Made
September 2025
- Dwelling extension14 BECKMAN CT SUNNYSIDE SA 5253Decision Made
August 2025
- 220m² Agricultural shed.341 BURDETT RD SUNNYSIDE SA 5253Decision Made
July 2025
- Two (2) retaining walls including associated earthworks and landscaping, with a portion located on the Council verge between the property and the road7 BURGESS RD SUNNYSIDE SA 5253;Council verge (Lat: -35.0513757, Long: 139.3645213)Under Assessment
- New dwelling with double garage and alfresco UMR plus shedding for private useLOT 90 MURRAWONG RD SUNNYSIDE SA 5253Decision Made
June 2025
- Dwelling additions consisting of alterations to the underfloor area to add two storage rooms, a toilet and billiard room, and a verandah attached to the rear of the existing dwelling including associated earthworks to alter the existing battered slope19 GREENBANKS DR SUNNYSIDE SA 5253Decision Made
April 2025
- Construct a 451m² Agricultural shed on the property to store machinery, equipment, and products directly related to the upkeep and use of the property.341 BURDETT RD SUNNYSIDE SA 5253Decision Made
- The construction of a 8m long hard wood jetty with a concrete footing on the bank to be situated on Crown land adjacent to the private dwelling at 13 Sunnyside Rd, Sunnyside. The jetty construction will be in hardwood natural timber with spacing to allow natural light to reach river water. The concrete footing structure will comply with AS3600. The jetty licence will be displayed in accordance with AS1742. This will be used to facilitate safe access to the river and for recreational purposes.13 SUNNYSIDE RD SUNNYSIDE SA 5253Decision Made
February 2025
- Outbuilding (Shed)28 AROONA RD SUNNYSIDE SA 5253Decision Made
- Outbuilding Shed.55 CLIFFTOP DR SUNNYSIDE SA 5253Decision Made
- Outbuilding(shed) 24m x 12m x 4m(wall height)45 COONAWARRA RD SUNNYSIDE SA 5253Decision Made
2024· 4 proposals
July 2024
- Retaining wall 15m long ranging from 2m to 3m high.35 GREENBANKS DR SUNNYSIDE SA 5253Decision Made
June 2024
- Timber verandah91 CLIFFTOP DR SUNNYSIDE SA 5253Decision Made
April 2024
- Variation to Planning Consent 415-391-2020, in particular: - WIR & Ensuite on the first floor has been reduced in size - This allows for space for an additional room to be utilised as an office - Existing floor area of the dwelling is to remain the same as previously approved - Minor variation no 34984 to reduce FFL and cut by .2m7 BURGESS RD SUNNYSIDE SA 5253Decision Made
March 2024
- Shed (Outbuilding) ancillary to an existing dwelling69 CLIFFTOP DR SUNNYSIDE SA 5253Decision Made
2023· 2 proposals
August 2023
- Garaged (Outbuilding) intended primarily for storage of vehicles76 CLIFFTOP DR SUNNYSIDE SA 5253Decision Made
May 2023
- Refurbishment of existing jetty including replacing framing and support posts/columns where required and re-cladding with timber.7 BURGESS RD SUNNYSIDE SA 5253Decision Made
2022· 7 proposals
November 2022
- Construction of a single-storey shed (to be used as a store).7 BURGESS RD SUNNYSIDE SA 5253Decision Made
August 2022
- Shed (Outbuilding); and Freestanding Carport adjoining existing Dwelling and Garage88 CLIFFTOP DR SUNNYSIDE SA 5253Decision Made
April 2022
- - Conversion of part of existing garage to ancillary accommodation - Verandah addition (20m x 3m) to garage/accommodation building - Carport addition (24m x 6m) to garage/accommodation building - Extension to existing machinery shed (12m x 12m) - Verandah addition (12m x 30m) to machinery shed199 BURDETT RD SUNNYSIDE SA 5253Decision Made
- Construction of a single-storey shed (for use as a store), associated earthworks, retaining wall and rainwater tank.LOT 41 BURDETT RD SUNNYSIDE SA 5253Decision Made
- Excavation and filling of land in the River Murray Flood Plain Protection Area Overlay exceeding 9 cubic metres, construction of a 2m high (~56.4m long) retaining wall with associated 1m chain mesh fence above (3m above finished ground level).257 BURDETT RD SUNNYSIDE SA 5253;7 BURGESS RD SUNNYSIDE SA 5253;8 BURGESS RD SUNNYSIDE SA 5253Decision Made
March 2022
- Second storey deck with pullout awening, including some ground floor extension/alterations30 GREENBANKS DR SUNNYSIDE SA 5253Decision Made
February 2022
- Swimming pool and safety fence69 CLIFFTOP DR SUNNYSIDE SA 5253Decision Made
2021· 5 proposals
September 2021
- Shed56 COONAWARRA RD SUNNYSIDE SA 5253Decision Made
August 2021
- Jetty22 GREENBANKS DR SUNNYSIDE SA 5253Decision Made
June 2021
- Freestanding Carport27 GREENBANKS DR SUNNYSIDE SA 5253Decision Made
May 2021
- Demolition of existing dwelling and construction of two storey dwelling with associated retaining walls18 GREENBANKS DR SUNNYSIDE SA 5253Decision Made
- Variation to DA 415/118/2020 - Change the two underground rainwater tanks to one underground rainwater to be installed under the shed floor18 GREENBANKS DR SUNNYSIDE SA 5253Decision 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
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 18.7 km away).
Coalition 62.1%Labor 37.9%
0.9 percentage points more Labor-leaning than the electorate
Estimated swing since 2022: +3.4 pp toward Labor
Nearest polling places
- MypolongaLabor 37.4% · Coalition 62.6% TPP (2025)1.8 km away
- Murray Bridge EastLabor 36.2% · Coalition 63.8% TPP (2025)9.0 km away
- Murray BridgeLabor 47.1% · Coalition 52.9% TPP (2025)11.3 km away
- Murray Bridge SouthLabor 48.6% · Coalition 51.4% TPP (2025)11.7 km away
- Murray Bridge WestLabor 40.8% · Coalition 59.2% TPP (2025)12.4 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)
- 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 Murray Bridge Council
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Comparable suburbs
Similar population and socio-economic profile in other parts of South Australia.