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Black Hill

SA 5353 • South Australia

45
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
98.84 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralQuietAffordable
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About Black Hill

Black Hill is a rural locality covering 98.8 square kilometres located in South Australia approximately 25 kilometres from Angaston and around 75 kilometres from Adelaide. With a population of just 45 residents recorded in the 2021 Census, Black Hill is one of the smaller rural localities in the region, characterised by open farmland and sparse settlement. The locality's locality classification reflects its largely agricultural or natural land use, with properties typically comprising broad-acre farms, grazing land, or bushland holdings.

Set within the agricultural heartland of South Australia, Black Hill forms part of the rural mosaic that characterises this region of the state. The nearby centre of Angaston provides the essential services, retail, and community facilities that local residents rely upon. Life in Black Hill revolves around the land, with farming and grazing forming the backbone of the local economy and community identity.

Black Hill falls under postcode 5353 and is governed by the Mid Murray Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Barker, while state elections fall under the Schubert electorate.

📍 Location

State
South Australia
Postcode
5353
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Mid Murray
Federal Electorate
Barker
State Electorate
Schubert
Type
Locality
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-34.58°, 139.33°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
98.84 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 5353

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 5353, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$41,624
Median 2023–24
$51,216
▲ 23.0% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$61,470

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 5353; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No scheduled services — Angaston Approx 18 min by car

Commute to Adelaide

Distance
75 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
0-1 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
0-1 hours

🛣️ Car is essential; nearest town is Angaston approximately 25 km away

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is essential for all errands; no footpaths or local shops exist in this rural locality

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
45
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Black Hill known for? +

Black Hill is a small rural locality in South Australia, best known for its agricultural land and open country character. Like many small localities in the region, it is home to broad-acre farms and grazing properties, and forms part of the rural fabric surrounding Angaston.

How far is Black Hill from Adelaide? +

Black Hill is approximately 75 kilometres from Adelaide, making it a drive of roughly 1 to 1 hours depending on your route and conditions.

Does Black Hill have public transport? +

Black Hill has no regular public transport services. There is no rail service in the area, and scheduled bus services are not available. A private vehicle is essential for accessing services in Angaston and beyond.

What is the population of Black Hill? +

According to the 2021 Census, Black Hill has a population of approximately 45 residents, making it one of the smaller localities in the region. The low population reflects the rural and agricultural nature of the area.

Is Black Hill a good place to live? +

Black Hill suits those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle with plenty of open space and privacy. Residents must be self-sufficient in terms of transport, as all services are located in Angaston or further afield. It is well suited to farming families and those who value a close connection to the land.

What is the postcode for Black Hill? +

The postcode for Black Hill is 5353, which it shares with several other localities in the Angaston region of South Australia.