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Hatherleigh

SA 5280 • South Australia

154
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
88.74 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalLimestone CoastCar-DependentHistoric
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About Hatherleigh

Hatherleigh is a small rural locality in the Wattle Range Council area, situated in South Australia's Limestone Coast region approximately 322 kilometres south-east of Adelaide and 15 kilometres north-west of Millicent. The locality covers around 89 square kilometres of predominantly agricultural land and had a population of 154 at the 2021 census. Its establishment as a town dates to 1879, reflecting the area's long history of European settlement in the south-east of South Australia.

The surrounding Limestone Coast is one of South Australia's most productive agricultural and forestry regions, and Hatherleigh sits within this broader rural landscape. Millicent, just 15 kilometres to the south-east, provides the nearest access to supermarkets, schools, health services, and community facilities. The region is also renowned for its wine production — the Coonawarra and Wrattonbully wine regions lie nearby — making the Limestone Coast a popular destination for food and wine tourism that passes through the broader district.

Hatherleigh falls under postcode 5280 and is governed by the Wattle Range Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Barker, while state elections fall under the Mount Gambier electorate.

📍 Location

State
South Australia
Postcode
5280
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Wattle Range
Federal Electorate
Barker
State Electorate
Mount Gambier
Type
Locality
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-37.45°, 140.26°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
88.74 km²
Population Density
2 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 5280

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 5280, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$43,021
Median 2023–24
$48,108
▲ 11.8% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$61,078

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 5280; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional coach services — Millicent / Mount Gambier Millicent approx. 15 min by car

Commute to Adelaide CBD

Distance
322 km
By Train
No rail service; Adelaide Parklands Terminal serves the broader region via coach
By Car (Peak)
3 hr 30 min – 4 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
3 hr 15 min – 3 hr 30 min

🛣️ Princes Highway and Riddoch Highway are the main routes; Millicent is the nearest service town

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Hatherleigh is a small rural locality with no walkable retail; all services require driving to Millicent or beyond

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
154
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hatherleigh known for? +

Hatherleigh is a quiet rural locality in South Australia's Limestone Coast, a region renowned for agriculture, plantation forestry, and world-class wine production. The locality has been established since 1879 and sits within the Wattle Range Council area, surrounded by farming and grazing land.

How far is Hatherleigh from Adelaide? +

Hatherleigh is approximately 322 kilometres south-east of Adelaide, a drive of around 3 hours 30 minutes via the Princes Highway and South Eastern Freeway. The nearest township, Millicent, is just 15 kilometres to the south-east.

Does Hatherleigh have public transport? +

Hatherleigh has no rail service. There are limited regional coach services linking Millicent and Mount Gambier, but a private vehicle is essential for day-to-day transport in and around the locality.

What is the population of Hatherleigh? +

Hatherleigh had a population of 154 people according to the 2021 Australian census, spread across approximately 89 square kilometres of the Limestone Coast region.

Is Hatherleigh a good place to live? +

Hatherleigh suits those who value a peaceful rural lifestyle in one of South Australia's most scenic and productive regions. Millicent provides everyday services close by, and the broader Limestone Coast offers excellent food, wine, and nature experiences within easy driving distance.

What is the postcode for Hatherleigh? +

The postcode for Hatherleigh is 5280, shared with Millicent and surrounding localities in the Wattle Range Council area.