Boors Plain

SA 5554 • South Australia

56
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
102.40 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalCar-Dependent
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About Boors Plain

Boors Plain is a small rural locality in the Yorke Peninsula in South Australia, situated approximately 175 kilometres from Adelaide CBD. With a 2021 Census population of around 50 to 60 residents, it is a sparsely settled farming community. The locality covers approximately 102 square kilometres of grain farming land on the upper Yorke Peninsula.

The nearest town of Kadina, approximately 25 kilometres away, provides essential services including shopping, schools, and healthcare for residents. The Copper Triangle — Kadina, Wallaroo, and Moonta — is the main service centre for the upper peninsula and is known for its copper mining heritage. There is no public transport serving Boors Plain; a private vehicle is essential for all daily activities.

Boors Plain falls under postcode 5554 and is governed by the Copper Coast Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Grey, while state elections fall under the Narungga electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
5554
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Locality
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-33.93°, 137.76°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
102.40 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 5554

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 5554, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$43,112
Median 2023–24
$51,125
18.6% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$62,324

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 5554; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular service — N/A N/A

Commute to Adelaide CBD

Distance
175 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
3 hr - 3 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr - 3 hr

🛣️ Car is essential; Kadina is nearest service centre

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Rural locality with no local shops; car required for all errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
56
0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Boors Plain known for? +

Boors Plain is a quiet rural locality in the Yorke Peninsula in South Australia. The locality covers approximately 102 square kilometres of grain farming land on the upper Yorke Peninsula.

How far is Boors Plain from Adelaide CBD? +

Boors Plain is approximately 175 kilometres from Adelaide CBD, roughly a 3 to 3 hour drive.

Does Boors Plain have public transport? +

There is no public transport in Boors Plain. A private vehicle is essential, with Kadina approximately 25 kilometres away.

What is the population of Boors Plain? +

According to the 2021 Census, Boors Plain has a small population of around 50 to 60 residents, typical of the sparsely settled the Yorke Peninsula in South Australia.

Is Boors Plain a good place to live? +

Boors Plain suits those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle in the Yorke Peninsula in South Australia, with Kadina providing access to everyday services.

What is the postcode for Boors Plain? +

The postcode for Boors Plain is 5554, covering this rural locality in the Yorke Peninsula in South Australia.