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Dublin

SA 5501 • South Australia

405
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
80.84 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalCommuter BeltQuiet
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About Dublin

Dublin is a small country town on the Adelaide Plains in South Australia, situated 61 kilometres north of the Adelaide CBD along Highway 1 within the Adelaide Plains Council area. With a population of 405 residents in 2021 — having grown from 241 in 2006 — the town has attracted a modest wave of commuters and rural families drawn to its semi-rural setting and affordable land prices relative to the Adelaide metropolitan area. Dublin lies in the County of Gawler, surrounded by flat agricultural land used for cropping, grazing, and market gardening.

Dublin is home to the South Australian Livestock Exchange saleyards, one of the state's most significant facilities for sheep, lamb, pig, and cattle trading, which underpins the town's agricultural economy. The Gulf St Vincent coastline lies just to the west, with beach localities such as Webb Beach and Thompson Beach within a short drive, providing a coastal escape for residents. Highway 1 provides straightforward access to Adelaide for work, shopping, and services, while Mallala (16 kilometres to the east) and Gawler (45 kilometres to the south-east) offer closer regional facilities.

Dublin falls under postcode 5501 and is governed by the Adelaide Plains Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Grey, while state elections fall under the Frome electorate.

📍 Location

State
South Australia
Postcode
5501
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Adelaide Plains
Federal Electorate
Grey
State Electorate
Frome
Type
Locality
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-34.60°, 138.55°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
80.84 km²
Population Density
5 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 5501

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 5501, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$48,889
Median 2023–24
$59,989
▲ 22.7% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$68,248

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 5501; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular metropolitan bus service — N/A N/A

Commute to Adelaide CBD

Distance
61 km
By Train
No direct train service; drive to Gawler station for rail connection
By Car (Peak)
55-75 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
45-55 min

🛣️ Access via Highway 1 (Main North Road). Car is the primary mode; Gawler provides the nearest rail link to Adelaide.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Small rural town with minimal local retail; a car is needed for nearly all daily errands and services.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
405
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dublin known for? +

Dublin SA is known for the South Australian Livestock Exchange saleyards, one of the state's major livestock trading facilities for sheep, lamb, pigs, and cattle. The town is surrounded by flat Adelaide Plains farmland and is named after the Irish capital.

How far is Dublin from Adelaide CBD? +

Dublin is approximately 61 kilometres north of Adelaide CBD, a drive of around 45 to 75 minutes via Highway 1 (Main North Road) depending on traffic conditions.

Does Dublin have public transport? +

Dublin has no metropolitan bus or train service. Residents rely on private vehicles for all transport; Gawler, approximately 45 kilometres to the south-east, provides the nearest train station with services to Adelaide on the Gawler Line.

What is the population of Dublin? +

Dublin had a population of 405 according to the 2021 Census, up from 241 in 2006. The growth reflects increasing interest from commuters and rural families seeking affordable land within reach of Adelaide.

Is Dublin a good place to live? +

Dublin suits those who prefer a quiet rural lifestyle on the Adelaide Plains, with affordable land and easy highway access to Adelaide. The proximity to the Gulf St Vincent coast and the working farming community give the town a genuine country character.

What is the postcode for Dublin? +

Dublin's postcode is 5501, covering the town and surrounding rural locality on the northern Adelaide Plains.