Grace Plains

SA 5502 • South Australia

61
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
56.53 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalSemi-Rural

About Grace Plains

Grace Plains is a small rural locality in the Lower North region of South Australia, situated approximately 90 kilometres north of Adelaide near the town of Balaklava. The locality covers around 57 square kilometres of flat to gently undulating farmland in a productive cereal-growing district. With a 2021 Census population of approximately 61 residents, Grace Plains is typical of the small farming localities across the SA Lower North plains.

Balaklava, approximately 10 kilometres to the south, is the main service centre for the district providing a hospital, schools, and local shops. The area is part of the highly productive Clare and Gilbert Valleys region, known for cereal crops, canola, and mixed farming. A private vehicle is the only practical means of transport as no bus or rail services operate locally.

Grace Plains falls under postcode 5502 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Frome electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
5502
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Locality
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-34.51°, 138.56°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
56.53 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — N/A N/A

Commute to Adelaide CBD

Distance
90 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
1–1.5 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hour

🛣️ Balaklava Road and Main North Road provide road access to Adelaide

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No walkable services; all errands require a drive to Balaklava.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
61
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 Grace Plains known for? +

Grace Plains is a farming locality in SA's Lower North, contributing to the district's productive cereal and canola growing operations near Balaklava.

How far is Grace Plains from Adelaide CBD? +

Grace Plains is approximately 90 kilometres north of Adelaide CBD, around 1 to 1.5 hours by road via the Main North Road.

Does Grace Plains have public transport? +

There is no public transport serving Grace Plains. Balaklava (about 10 km south) is the nearest service centre and a car is required for all travel.

What is the population of Grace Plains? +

According to the 2021 Census, Grace Plains has a population of approximately 61 residents, a very small farming locality in the SA Lower North.

Is Grace Plains a good place to live? +

Grace Plains suits those with farming interests in the SA Lower North, within comfortable driving distance of Adelaide and the Clare Valley wine region.

What is the postcode for Grace Plains? +

The postcode for Grace Plains, SA is 5502.