Kepa

SA 5259 • South Australia

60
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
86.75 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalRiverside

About Kepa

Kepa is a small rural locality in the Murraylands region of South Australia, situated approximately 120 kilometres east of Adelaide near the Murray River town of Mannum. The locality covers around 87 square kilometres of mallee scrub and open farming country and recorded a population of approximately 60 residents at the 2021 Census. It lies within the broad Murraylands agricultural district supporting cereal crops and sheep grazing.

Mannum, approximately 20 kilometres to the north, is a historic Murray River town famous for its paddlesteamer heritage and the Mannum Dock Museum, providing general stores and community services. Murray Bridge, roughly 40 kilometres to the south-west, offers more comprehensive services as the main Murraylands regional centre. A private vehicle is essential as no public transport serves Kepa.

Kepa falls under postcode 5259 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Mackillop electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
5259
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Locality
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-35.52°, 139.24°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
86.75 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — N/A N/A

Commute to Adelaide CBD

Distance
120 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
1.5–2 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
1.5 hours

🛣️ Mannum Road and Princes Highway provide road access to Adelaide

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No walkable services; a car is needed for all errands to Mannum or Murray Bridge.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
60
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 Kepa SA known for? +

Kepa is a rural locality in the SA Murraylands near Mannum, set in the mallee farming country of the Murray-Darling Basin near the historic Murray River paddlesteamer heritage town.

How far is Kepa from Adelaide CBD? +

Kepa is approximately 120 kilometres east of Adelaide CBD, around 1.5 to 2 hours by road via the Mannum Road.

Does Kepa have public transport? +

There is no public transport in Kepa. Mannum (about 20 km north) and Murray Bridge provide the nearest services, and a car is required for all travel.

What is the population of Kepa SA? +

According to the 2021 Census, Kepa has a population of approximately 60 residents, a very small rural locality in the SA Murraylands.

Is Kepa a good place to live? +

Kepa suits those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle near the Murray River, with Mannum's heritage tourism and Murray Bridge's regional services within easy reach of Adelaide.

What is the postcode for Kepa? +

The postcode for Kepa, SA is 5259.

What is the population of Kepa? +

Kepa had a population of 60 at the 2021 Census.