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Gillentown

SA 5453 • South Australia

108
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
6.95 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietAffordable
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About Gillentown

Gillentown is a small rural locality in the Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council area of South Australia's Mid North region, approximately 117 kilometres north of Adelaide within the celebrated Clare Valley wine country. With a population of 108 residents across just under 7 square kilometres, Gillentown is an intimate rural community sitting on the fringes of Clare town, which lies a short distance to the north along the main route through the valley. The locality falls within the Narungga state electorate and the broader Yorke and Mid North statistical region.

The Clare Valley is renowned as one of Australia's premier wine regions, famous for its Rieslings and cool-climate varieties, and Gillentown residents enjoy proximity to cellar doors, including the nearby Clare Valley Wine, Food and Tourism Centre, and boutique producers such as Shut the Gate Wines. The broader region offers the Riesling Trail — a popular cycling and walking trail following a converted railway corridor — connecting Clare and Auburn through spectacular scenery. Clare town provides residents with schools, supermarkets, medical services, and community facilities, making Gillentown a viable address for those who value a wine-country lifestyle within reach of a regional township.

Gillentown falls under postcode 5453 and is governed by the Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Grey, while state elections fall under the Narungga electorate.

📍 Location

State
South Australia
Postcode
5453
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council
Federal Electorate
Grey
State Electorate
Narungga
Type
Locality
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-33.80°, 138.58°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
6.95 km²
Population Density
16 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 5453

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 5453, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$44,028
Median 2023–24
$54,499
▲ 23.8% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$71,822

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 5453; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Premier Stateliner / regional coach — Adelaide CBD Approx. 1h 45m

Commute to Adelaide CBD

Distance
117 km
By Train
No train service; coach services operate between Clare and Adelaide
By Car (Peak)
1h 20m - 1h 45m
By Car (Off-Peak)
1h 10m - 1h 30m

🛣️ Car is the primary mode of transport; Main North Road provides the direct route to Adelaide

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A small rural locality with no on-site shops or services; Clare town provides all daily amenities a short drive away

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
108
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Gillentown known for? +

Gillentown is situated within the Clare Valley wine region, one of Australia's most celebrated cool-climate wine areas known for its Rieslings. The locality benefits from proximity to cellar doors, the Riesling Trail, and the broader food and wine tourism of the Clare and Gilbert Valleys.

How far is Gillentown from Adelaide? +

Gillentown is approximately 117 kilometres north of the Adelaide CBD, a drive of around 1 hour 20 minutes to 1 hour 45 minutes via Main North Road, depending on traffic.

Does Gillentown have public transport? +

There is no passenger rail service to Gillentown. Regional coach services connect Clare town to Adelaide, but a private car is the most practical way to get around the area for day-to-day needs.

What is the population of Gillentown? +

According to the 2021 Census, Gillentown has a population of 108 residents, making it a very small rural locality covering approximately 7 square kilometres.

Is Gillentown a good place to live? +

Gillentown suits those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle in a world-famous wine region. Clare town's schools, shops, and services are just a short drive away, and the surrounding vineyards, orchards, and walking trails make it a scenic and relaxed place to call home.

What is the postcode for Gillentown? +

The postcode for Gillentown, South Australia is 5453, which it shares with Clare and several nearby localities in the Clare and Gilbert Valleys.