Average rent in Strathalbyn Surrounds, SA2026

Strathalbyn Surrounds sits in the Alexandrina local government area, 48km from the Adelaide CBD, with a population of around 7,969 at the most recent ABS Census (2021). The typical renter pays $268/week — below the South Australia state median of $283/week. 11% of households rent, and the rest own outright or are paying off a mortgage.

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ABS 2021 Census median

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Suburb at a glance

Population
7,969

ABS 2021

Median age
47
Distance to Adelaide
48 km
Households renting
11%
Separate houses
98%
Flats / apartments
0%
Born overseas
15%
Top occupation
Managers
LGA
Alexandrina

Renting in Strathalbyn Surrounds

Strathalbyn Surrounds runs roughly with the South Australia state median — renters typically pay $268/week, close to the $283/week state baseline (ABS Census 2021). Most households here own (86% are owners or paying off a mortgage) and only 11% rent. Separate houses dominate the housing stock (98%), which gives the suburb a quieter, family-leaning feel — borne out by a median age of 47 and a population around 7,969. The most common occupation is Managers, and 15% of residents were born overseas. Strathalbyn Surrounds is 48km from Adelaide, and rent trajectories here tend to track the state average rather than running ahead of it — but state rent indices have moved since 2021, so double-check against the live figure above.

Frequently asked questions

What's the median rent in Strathalbyn Surrounds?+
Based on ABS Census 2021 data, the median weekly rent for households in Strathalbyn Surrounds, SA was $268. Where renters have submitted recent reports through RenterSay, the live figure shown above reflects post-2021 changes. State rent indices like CoreLogic and Domain suggest the 2021 baseline is now several years stale — treat it as the historical anchor, not the current asking price.
How does Strathalbyn Surrounds rent compare to South Australia?+
At the 2021 Census, South Australia's state median rent was $283 a week. Strathalbyn Surrounds sat at $268 — 5% below the state average. The suburb is 48km from Adelaide, and rent generally scales with how close you are to the CBD, transit links, and the local dwelling mix (98% separate houses, 0% flats here).
Which suburbs near Strathalbyn Surrounds have lower rent?+
A few nearby suburbs come in cheaper than Strathalbyn Surrounds's $268/week (ABS 2021): Mallala, Hackham West - Huntfield Heights, Light. On the higher end, you've got The Parks, Yankalilla, Salisbury. Just remember that cheaper rent doesn't always mean better value — commute times, transit access, and the actual condition of the housing stock matter too. You can add to the live picture for your area using the rent submission form below.

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