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Cape Douglas

SA 5291 • South Australia

68
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
27.78 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
CoastalRuralQuietLimestone Coast

About Cape Douglas

Cape Douglas is a small coastal locality in the south-east of South Australia, situated approximately 24 kilometres south of Mount Gambier and around 386 kilometres south-east of Adelaide, within the District Council of Grant local government area. The locality stretches along the Southern Ocean coastline from Jones Bay in the west to Middle Point Headland in the east, encompassing the Cape Douglas headland and Umpherstone Bay. Established as a locality in 1996 and named after Douglas Point — a coastal feature within its boundaries — Cape Douglas is primarily agricultural land with coast-adjacent conservation zones.

The Douglas Point Conservation Park, which falls within the locality, protects coastal heath and wildlife habitat on the Southern Ocean foreshore. The area is part of the Limestone Coast region, known throughout Australia for its premium wine production, cave systems, and Blue Lake at Mount Gambier. Agricultural land use dominates the interior of the locality, with sheep and cattle grazing on the fertile soils typical of the South Australian south-east. Mount Gambier, the largest city in regional South Australia, provides all major services including hospitals, schools, and the broader attractions of the Limestone Coast.

Cape Douglas falls under postcode 5291 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Mount Gambier electorate.

📍 Location

State
South Australia
Postcode
5291
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Barker
State Electorate
Mount Gambier
Type
Locality
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-37.93°, 140.72°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
27.78 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus services — N/A N/A

Commute to Adelaide CBD

Distance
386 km
By Train
No train service; coach from Mount Gambier (~5 hrs to Adelaide)
By Car (Peak)
4-5 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
4-4.5 hrs

🛣️ Car essential; Princess Highway accessible via Mount Gambier

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

An agricultural coastal locality with no walkable services; a car is essential for all daily needs.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
68
▲ 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 Cape Douglas known for? +

Cape Douglas is known for its dramatic Southern Ocean coastline, including the Cape Douglas headland and Umpherstone Bay, as well as Douglas Point Conservation Park which protects coastal heath and wildlife habitat in South Australia's Limestone Coast region.

How far is Cape Douglas from Mount Gambier? +

Cape Douglas is approximately 24 kilometres south of Mount Gambier, the nearest major centre, making it around a 25 to 30 minute drive for shopping, schools, and healthcare.

Does Cape Douglas have public transport? +

There is no public transport serving Cape Douglas. Mount Gambier is the nearest hub with coach services to Adelaide; a private vehicle is essential for residents.

What is the population of Cape Douglas? +

Cape Douglas has a very small resident population, consistent with its primarily agricultural and coastal conservation character within the District Council of Grant.

Is Cape Douglas a good place to live? +

Cape Douglas appeals to those seeking a quiet coastal and rural lifestyle in South Australia's picturesque Limestone Coast region, with Mount Gambier providing comprehensive services and the Coonawarra wine region and Blue Lake close by.

What is the postcode for Cape Douglas? +

The postcode for Cape Douglas, SA is 5291.