What is Keith known for?

Keith is known as a regional service centre in SA's South East, catering to surrounding agricultural and pastoral communities. The town has essential services, schools, and is on the Dukes Highway connecting Adelaide to Melbourne.

How far is Keith from Adelaide?

Keith is approximately 210 kilometres south-east of Adelaide, with a drive time of around 2.5 hours via the South Eastern Freeway and Dukes Highway.

Does Keith have public transport?

Keith has limited regional coach services connecting to Adelaide and the Limestone Coast. A car is the most practical transport option for everyday needs.

What is the population of Keith?

According to the 2021 Census, Keith has a population of approximately 1,405 residents within the Tatiara District Council local government area.

Is Keith a good place to live?

Keith offers affordable country living in SA's South East with access to essential services and a strong farming community. It suits agricultural families and retirees seeking affordable rural living in the Limestone Coast region.

What is the postcode for Keith?

The postcode for Keith is 5267.

What is the average income in Keith?

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Keith is about $746 per week (around $38,800 per year). The median household income is $1,294 per week and the median family income is $1,754 per week.

What is the age profile of Keith?

The median age in Keith is 43. The largest age group is 55–64 (209 residents, around 15%). Around 24% of residents are under 20 and about 22% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

How much is rent in Keith?

In Keith, the median weekly rent is $180, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $773 (2021 Census).

Keith

SA 5267 • Rest of SA

1,405

Population (2021)

$67,288

Median Household Income

394.20 km²

Area

$180/wk

Median Rent

RuralAffordableRetirementAgriculturalHistoric

About Keith

Keith is a small regional town in the Tatiara District Council area of South Australia, located approximately 230 kilometres south-east of Adelaide along the Dukes Highway. With a population of around 1,350 and an older demographic (average age 60+), it serves as a service centre for the surrounding agricultural district. The town has a classic Australian country character with wide streets and heritage buildings.

Keith offers essential services including a hospital, schools, supermarket, and sporting facilities centred along Heritage Street. The town is known for its proximity to the Bool Lagoon wetlands and the Coorong, attracting retirees and farming families. The Keith Institute and local sporting clubs provide a strong community hub, and affordable housing (median around 80K) makes it accessible for those seeking a rural lifestyle.

Keith falls under postcode 5267 and is governed by Tatiara Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the MacKillop electorate.

📍 Location

State

South Australia

Postcode

5267

Urban Area

Limestone Coast

LGA / Council

Tatiara

Federal Electorate

Barker

State Electorate

MacKillop

Type

Urban

Timezone

Adelaide (UTC+9:30)

Coordinates

-36.14°, 140.34°

Statistical Area

Rest of SA

Area

394.20 km²

Elevation

28m

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)

$180

Median Mortgage (monthly)

$773

Avg Household Size

2.3 people

Median Age

43 years

Social Housing (% of dwellings)

3.4%

7 state housing + 12 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Keith Railway Station

0.5 km

6 min

Bus Services

Firefly Express / V/Line — Adelaide or Melbourne (interstate coach) 3 hr to Adelaide
Local community bus — Bordertown / Naracoorte 45 min

Commute to Adelaide CBD

Distance

230 km

By Train

3-4 hr (The Overland, limited service)

By Bus

3 hr (interstate coach)

By Car (Peak)

2.5 hr

By Car (Off-Peak)

2.5 hr

🛣️ Most residents rely on private vehicles. Nearest regional centre is Bordertown (45 km) or Murray Bridge (130 km).

Walkability Car-Dependent

The town centre is compact and walkable for basic errands, but a car is essential for anything beyond the main street and for travel to larger centres.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏫

Keith Area School

Tolmer Terrace

GovernmentPrimary/Secondary CombinedCoedNon-Denominational

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016

1,355

Census 2021

1,405

▲ 3.7% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016

$34,112

Personal Income 2021

$38,792

▲ 13.7% increase

2021 Census income breakdown

Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.

Personal

$38,792 / yr

$746/wk

Household

$67,288 / yr

$1294/wk

Family

$91,208 / yr

$1754/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,216

Born Overseas 95

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

1. England 27
2. South Africa 13
3. New Zealand 11
4. Scotland 10
5. Philippines 9
6. Germany 5
7. South Korea 5
8. Wales 5
9. Netherlands 4
10. China 3
11. Malaysia 3
12. Nepal 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 660

English 562

German 153

Scottish 137

Irish 92

Australian Aboriginal 26

Dutch 22

Italian 20

South African 15

Filipino 9

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,092

Both parents born in Australia

116

Both parents born overseas

101

One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion

47.0%

Christianity

41.5%

Judaism

0.7%

Hinduism

0.6%

Islam

0.3%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years

69 (4.9%)

5-14 years

191 (13.6%)

15-19 years

80 (5.7%)

20-24 years

72 (5.1%)

25-34 years

151 (10.7%)

35-44 years

157 (11.2%)

45-54 years

166 (11.8%)

55-64 years

209 (14.9%)

65-74 years

173 (12.3%)

75-84 years

92 (6.5%)

85+ years

43 (3.1%)