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Coffin Bay

SA 5607 • South Australia

664
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
344.69 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
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About Coffin Bay

Coffin Bay is a small coastal township on the Eyre Peninsula in South Australia, located approximately 50 kilometres west of Port Lincoln and around 650 kilometres north-west of the Adelaide CBD within the District Council of Lower Eyre Peninsula. With a 2021 Census population of 664 across a large locality area of 344 square kilometres, the permanent population belies the town's significant profile as a premium seafood and holiday destination. The township is surrounded by the waters of the sheltered Coffin Bay National Park, which protects the area's diverse coastal ecosystems and pristine beaches.

Coffin Bay is internationally renowned for its Pacific oysters — the Coffin Bay oyster is one of Australia's most celebrated premium shellfish, grown in the clean, cold waters of the bay and exported around the world. The township draws food tourists, anglers, and nature lovers throughout the year, with a small commercial centre, oyster farm cellar doors, and holiday accommodation serving visitors. The surrounding Coffin Bay National Park offers spectacular coastal walks, remote beaches, and wildflower displays in spring. Permanent residents enjoy an exceptionally peaceful seaside lifestyle, though access to most major services requires the drive to Port Lincoln.

Coffin Bay falls under postcode 5607 and is governed by the Lower Eyre Peninsula Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Grey, while state elections fall under the Flinders electorate.

📍 Location

State
South Australia
Postcode
5607
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Lower Eyre Peninsula
Federal Electorate
Grey
State Electorate
Flinders
Type
Locality
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-35.16°, 136.46°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
344.69 km²
Population Density
2 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 5607

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 5607, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$45,804
Median 2023–24
$54,239
▲ 18.4% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$64,149

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 5607; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited coach/charter services — Port Lincoln Approx. 45–55 min

Commute to Adelaide CBD

Distance
650 km
By Train
No rail service; Port Lincoln Airport (50 km) has regular flights to Adelaide (approx. 1 hr)
By Car (Peak)
Approx. 7–8 hrs via Lincoln Highway and Eyre Highway
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx. 7 hrs

🛣️ Most practical connection to Adelaide is via Port Lincoln Airport (50 km away); long road journey via Eyre Highway is the alternative

Walkability Car-Dependent

Coffin Bay township has a small walkable centre with a handful of local shops and oyster cellar doors, but a car is needed for most errands and all travel outside the town

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
664
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Coffin Bay known for? +

Coffin Bay is internationally famous for its premium Pacific oysters — the Coffin Bay oyster is one of Australia's most sought-after shellfish, prized for its clean, briny flavour grown in the pristine waters of the bay. The township is also known for the stunning Coffin Bay National Park, which surrounds the area with pristine beaches, coastal heath, and diverse wildlife.

How far is Coffin Bay from Port Lincoln? +

Coffin Bay is approximately 50 kilometres west of Port Lincoln, around a 40–55 minute drive via Tod Highway and Coffin Bay Road.

Does Coffin Bay have public transport? +

Public transport to Coffin Bay is very limited. There is no passenger rail service on the Eyre Peninsula. Limited regional coach services connect the area to Port Lincoln, but a private vehicle is the most practical means of travel for residents and visitors alike.

What is the population of Coffin Bay? +

The 2021 Census recorded 664 permanent residents in Coffin Bay, though the actual population swells considerably during holiday periods when visitors come for fishing, oyster tours, and national park activities.

Is Coffin Bay a good place to live? +

Coffin Bay is ideal for those seeking an exceptionally peaceful coastal lifestyle in a setting of outstanding natural beauty. The town's small-community feel, world-class oysters, and proximity to Coffin Bay National Park make it very appealing, though residents must travel to Port Lincoln for most major services.

What is the postcode for Coffin Bay? +

The postcode for Coffin Bay, South Australia is 5607.