Forster
SA 5238 • South Australia
About Forster
Forster is a small rural locality situated in rural South Australia, approximately 82 kilometres from Adelaide CBD. The locality covers an area of 11.2 square kilometres and recorded a very small permanent population of just 14 residents in the 2021 Census. The surrounding landscape is typical of rural South Australia country, characterised by broad agricultural land and sparse settlement patterns common to this part of South Australia.
Forster is a quiet, rural locality where residents generally rely on private vehicles for daily needs, with the nearest towns providing access to essential services including groceries, medical facilities, and schools. The community is small and tightly-knit, reflecting the self-sufficient nature of rural life in this part of South Australia. Outdoor activities such as farming, bushwalking, and exploring the natural landscapes of the region are part of everyday life for those who call Forster home.
Forster falls under postcode 5238 and is governed by the Mid Murray Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Barker, while state elections fall under the Hammond electorate.
Location
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Income
ATO taxable income Postcode 5238
Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 5238, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.
Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 5238; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- No scheduled bus services — N/A N/A
Commute to Adelaide CBD
🛣️ Forster is a remote rural locality; private vehicle is the primary mode of transport
Forster has no walkable amenities; a private vehicle is essential for all daily needs
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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49 Walker Avenue