Curramulka
SA 5580 • South Australia
About Curramulka
Curramulka, affectionately nicknamed Curry, is a small rural town on the Yorke Peninsula in South Australia, situated approximately 180 kilometres west of Adelaide. The town lies 15 kilometres north-east of Minlaton and falls within the Yorke Peninsula Council local government area, under the federal electorate of Grey and the state electorate of Narungga. With a 2021 Census population of 304 residents, Curramulka is a tight-knit agricultural community set amidst the peninsula's productive farmland.
The surrounding landscape is defined by grain cropping and livestock grazing, with Curramulka at the heart of a farming district that has sustained the town for generations. Coastal resort towns including Port Victoria and Port Vincent are within easy driving distance, making the area popular with visitors during summer. The locality offers a genuine rural lifestyle in a scenic peninsula setting, appealing to those who value wide-open spaces, a strong community spirit, and proximity to the South Australian coast.
Curramulka falls under postcode 5580 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Narungga electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Premier Stateliner regional coach — Adelaide CBD Approx. 2.5–3 hr
Commute to Adelaide CBD
🛣️ Primary access via Minlaton and Yorke Highway to Adelaide; Premier Stateliner coach services available from nearby towns
Curramulka has very limited local amenities; a car is essential for shopping and services in Minlaton or Adelaide
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Sixth Street