Coffin Bay
SA 5607 • South Australia
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 local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Flinders electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Limited coach/charter services — Port Lincoln Approx. 45–55 min
Commute to Adelaide CBD
🛣️ Most practical connection to Adelaide is via Port Lincoln Airport (50 km away); long road journey via Eyre Highway is the alternative
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.
Schools
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Private Bag 94
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Ashman Terrace
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Third Street