Millicent, SA 5260
A small-town pace, well outside South Australia's capital and all the better for it.
- Regional lifestyle
- $175/wk Median
- 24.5% Renters
Millicent Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 5.2k
- Median age
- 49
- Median weekly rent
- $175
- To the CBD
- 336km
- Walkability
- 1
- Schools within 3 km
- 3
ABS 2021 Census
Millicent Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Heritage
A number of well-preserved period homes and public buildings anchor the area's identity.
Community
A strong, settled community feel — long-term residents, an active neighbourhood association and a genuine sense of people looking out for each other.
Arts & Culture
Street art and small independent galleries give the area more creative character than its size would suggest.
Signature Spotlight
Country Lifestyle
Millicent is a regional South Australia community of 5,245 residents, with 24.5% renting rather than owning and a median weekly rent of $175 — noticeably kinder to the budget than South Australia's capital. It's the kind of close-knit town where space and a slower pace are the trade-off for a longer drive to the bigger centres.
Around Millicent
Millicent Showgrounds
A community focal point — local events, markets and the kind of gathering spot every regional suburb has.
Millicent Main Street
A community focal point — local events, markets and the kind of gathering spot every regional suburb has.
Available Rental Properties in Millicent
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Millicent
Real questions renters ask before moving to Millicent.
How much does it cost to rent in Millicent?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Millicent is $175. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $175 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
What's the community like in Millicent?
Locals describe Millicent as friendly and easy to settle into, with an active community calendar. Population sits at 5,245, giving the suburb a close-knit feel.
Is Millicent walkable?
Millicent carries a walkability score of 1.0/10 — most trips outside the immediate street rely on a car or public transport.
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