Erith

SA 5461 • South Australia

51
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
69.97 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuiet

About Erith

Erith is a small rural locality in South Australia's Mid North, situated within the Clare Valley and Wakefield Regional Council area approximately 15 kilometres south-west of Clare. Covering around 70 square kilometres of mixed farming and viticultural country, it had a 2021 Census population of approximately 51 residents. The locality sits within the southern Clare Valley, one of South Australia's premier wine regions, where Riesling and Shiraz vineyards share the landscape with sheep grazing and cereal cropping.

Clare is the nearest service town and the commercial heart of the Clare Valley wine region, offering supermarkets, schools, healthcare, and the region's famous wine trail along the Riesling Trail cycling and walking path. The Clare Valley attracts visitors from across Australia and internationally for its cool-climate wines, historic townships, and scenic landscapes. Erith offers a peaceful rural setting within the heart of one of South Australia's most celebrated wine regions.

Erith falls under postcode 5461 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Narungga electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
5461
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Locality
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-34.10°, 138.44°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
69.97 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — Car required for all trips N/A

Commute to Adelaide CBD

Distance
130 km
By Train
No direct service; coach services from Clare to Adelaide
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 30 min - 2 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 20 min - 1 hr 45 min

🛣️ Main North Road provides access to Adelaide; Clare is the nearest service centre

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Erith has no local services; a private vehicle is essential for all daily needs, with Clare providing the nearest shops and community facilities.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
51
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 Erith known for? +

Erith is a quiet rural locality in the Clare Valley wine region, known for its viticultural and mixed farming character within one of South Australia's most celebrated wine-producing areas.

How far is Erith from Adelaide? +

Erith is approximately 130 kilometres north of Adelaide, typically a 1 hour 20 minute to 2 hour drive via the Main North Road.

Does Erith have public transport? +

There is no public transport in Erith. Coach services connect Clare (approximately 15 km) to Adelaide, but a private vehicle is essential for local travel in the Clare Valley.

What is the population of Erith? +

According to the 2021 Census, Erith has a population of approximately 51 residents in its 70 square kilometre area within the Wakefield Regional Council.

Is Erith a good place to live? +

Erith is ideal for those who appreciate the rural wine country lifestyle, with the Clare Valley's famous Riesling Trail, boutique wineries, and the charm of Clare township all within easy reach.

What is the postcode for Erith? +

The postcode for Erith, SA is 5461.