James Well
SA 5571 • South Australia
About James Well
James Well is a small coastal locality on the Yorke Peninsula in South Australia, situated on the eastern shore of the peninsula overlooking Gulf St Vincent approximately 84 kilometres north-west of Adelaide and 5 kilometres south of Ardrossan. Covering just 1.4 square kilometres, the locality had a population of 63 at the 2021 Census and falls within the Yorke Peninsula Council area. A historic windmill marks the site of a well established in the 1880s, giving the settlement its name.
James Well is a popular coastal holiday destination for Adelaide families, offering excellent fishing, crabbing, and peaceful beach access along the cliff-top shoreline of Gulf St Vincent. The area is also known for holiday homes that line the coast with sweeping water views. Ardrossan, just 5 kilometres to the north, provides nearby services including a supermarket, school, and ferry access, while the broader Yorke Peninsula offers drives through farmland, heritage towns, and the spectacular Innes National Park to the south.
James Well falls under postcode 5571 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Narungga electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- No regular bus service — Ardrossan N/A
Commute to Adelaide CBD
🛣️ Port Wakefield Road and the Yorke Peninsula Road connect to Adelaide. Ardrossan is the nearest service town.
James Well is a coastal holiday settlement with minimal local services; Ardrossan is 5km away for basic needs.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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14 Second Street