Belalie East

SA 5491 • South Australia

62
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
136.04 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalRemoteSemi-Rural

About Belalie East

Belalie East is a small rural locality in the Mid North region of South Australia, situated in the southern Flinders Ranges foothills approximately 220 kilometres north of Adelaide. The locality covers around 136 square kilometres and recorded a population of approximately 62 residents at the 2021 Census. It falls within the broader agricultural district characterised by cereal cropping and sheep grazing on undulating terrain.

The nearest service town is Jamestown, roughly 30 kilometres to the north, which provides schools, shops, and medical facilities for area residents. The surrounding landscape offers typical Mid North character — open paddocks, gum-lined creeks, and dry stone country. A private vehicle is essential as there is no public transport or rail service to this locality.

Belalie East falls under postcode 5491 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Stuart electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
5491
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Locality
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-33.19°, 138.64°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
136.04 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — N/A N/A

Commute to Adelaide CBD

Distance
220 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
2.5–3 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
2.5 hours

🛣️ Access via Barrier Highway and Horrocks Highway; car essential

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No walkable services; a car is needed for all errands.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
62
0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
N/A
Personal Income 2021
N/A
0% increase

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Belalie East known for? +

Belalie East is known as a quiet pastoral locality in South Australia's Mid North, supporting cereal cropping and sheep grazing in the Flinders Ranges foothills.

How far is Belalie East from Adelaide CBD? +

Belalie East is approximately 220 kilometres north of Adelaide CBD, a drive of around 2.5 to 3 hours via the Horrocks and Barrier Highways.

Does Belalie East have public transport? +

There is no public transport serving Belalie East. Residents rely on private vehicles, with the township of Jamestown (about 30 km away) providing the nearest services.

What is the population of Belalie East? +

The 2021 Census recorded approximately 62 residents in Belalie East, making it a very small rural locality.

Is Belalie East a good place to live? +

Belalie East appeals to those who value a quiet farming lifestyle in South Australia's Mid North, though access to services requires regular travel to nearby towns.

What is the postcode for Belalie East? +

The postcode for Belalie East, SA is 5491.