Coombe

SA 5267 • South Australia

63
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
321.30 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietRemote

About Coombe

Coombe is a small rural locality in the Limestone Coast region of South Australia, situated in the broader area south-west of Keith in the Tatiara district. The locality covers approximately 321 square kilometres of agricultural land and recorded a population of 63 at the 2021 Census. The surrounding landscape is characterised by flat to gently rolling country used for cropping and sheep grazing, typical of the South East of South Australia.

The Tatiara district is one of South Australia's most productive agricultural areas, with wheat, barley, sheep, and cattle farming the economic backbone of the region. Keith serves as the nearest major service town for residents, providing schools, shops, and health facilities. Coombe offers a quiet, deeply rural lifestyle in the heart of South Australia's productive south-east farming belt.

Coombe falls under postcode 5267 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Mackillop electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
5267
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Locality
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-35.98°, 140.27°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
321.30 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — Keith N/A

Commute to Adelaide CBD

Distance
260 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
Approx. 3 hrs via Dukes Highway
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx. 2.75 hrs

🛣️ Dukes Highway is the main arterial connecting the region to Adelaide. Keith provides the nearest services.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No walkable services are available; a vehicle is essential for all daily needs in this remote rural locality.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

  • 🏫
    Tolmer Terrace
    GovernmentPrimary/Secondary CombinedCoedNon-Denominational

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
63
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 Coombe known for? +

Coombe is a quiet rural locality in South Australia's Tatiara district, known for extensive cropping and sheep grazing properties on the flat agricultural plains of the Limestone Coast region.

How far is Coombe from Adelaide? +

Coombe is approximately 260 kilometres south-east of Adelaide, a drive of around 3 hours via the Dukes Highway.

Does Coombe have public transport? +

Coombe has no public transport services. Keith is the nearest town at approximately 50 kilometres, and a private vehicle is essential for all travel.

What is the population of Coombe? +

The 2021 Census recorded a population of 63 in Coombe, reflecting its character as a sparsely settled rural locality.

Is Coombe a good place to live? +

Coombe suits people engaged in farming and those who value the wide open spaces of South Australia's agricultural south-east, though all services require a drive to Keith or further.

What is the postcode for Coombe? +

The postcode for Coombe, South Australia is 5267.