Streaky Bay
Wangary
Wangary at a glance
Population
203
Median age 54
The brief
What to know about Wangary.
Wangary (5607) sits in the Streaky Bay region of South Australia.
Wangary has roughly 203 residents, with a retiree-heavy demographic. Households are predominantly owner-occupied.
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Schooling within or near the suburb covers 5 government primary, 1 government secondary, 1 Catholic.
Who lives here
Demographics.
The 2021 Census put Wangary's population at 203, with a median age of 54. That sits as a retiree-heavy demographic. Households are predominantly owner-occupied (78% own, 18% rent), which shapes everything from school catchment stability to how often properties turn over. The household mix skews family-dominated (60% family households, 42% lone person), so amenity decisions tend to follow what families want: parks, schools, supermarkets.
Population
203
Median age
54
Family households
60%
Lone person
42%
Demographics data as of May 2026· ABS 2021 Census
Market
The price of a home here.
Median house price
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Rental and ownership
Weekly rent (house)
$250/wk
Weekly rent (unit)
$200/wk
Owner occupied
78%
Renter occupied
18%
At a deeper level
203
Median age: 54
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Safety
Crime and safety.
3
total offences in 2025-26
Top offence categories
Crime statistics are reported at LGA level and may cover a broader area than this suburb.
Source: State Police Open Data
Crime data as of June 2026· State Police Open Data
Place
Location.
Amenities
Transport
Education
Schools in Wangary.
Local schools for Wangary
View the catchment for each school to find out more.
Government School Catchment
Lake Wangary School
Poonindie Community Learning Centre
Port Lincoln High School
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Frequently asked
About Wangary.
- What is the Wangary postcode?
- Wangary is in the 5607 postcode, in SA, in the Streaky Bay region.
- What is the average rent in Wangary?
- The median weekly rent for houses is $250, for units it's $200.
- What schools are in Wangary?
- There are 8 schools serving Wangary on this page, including Lake Wangary School, Poonindie Community Learning Centre, Port Lincoln High School.
- What suburbs are near Wangary?
- Wangary is close to Kellidie Bay, Mount Dutton Bay, Horse Peninsula, Coffin Bay, Little Douglas.
- What is the population of Wangary?
- Wangary has approximately 203 residents. The median age is 54.
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Sources cited
Median, growth and rental data from state revenue offices and ABS. Census from ABS 2021. Climate from BoM. Hazard from Geoscience Australia. School data from ACARA. Crime from state police open data. Full methodology →
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