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Ob Flat

SA 5291 • South Australia

470
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
25.68 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordableFamily-Friendly
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About Ob Flat

Ob Flat is a small rural locality in the Limestone Coast region of South Australia, situated approximately 15 kilometres south of Mount Gambier near the township of Millicent. With a population of around 470 residents spread across 26 square kilometres, the area is characterised by flat agricultural land used predominantly for dairy farming, beef cattle, and plantation forestry. The locality lies within the Wattle Range Council area and forms part of one of Australia's most productive agricultural regions.

Life in Ob Flat revolves around the farming community, with residents enjoying the quiet rural lifestyle that defines the Limestone Coast. Nearby Millicent provides essential services including schools, shops, and medical facilities, while Mount Gambier — the region's main centre — offers a broader range of shopping, dining, and entertainment options. The surrounding landscape features the distinctive blue gum and pine plantations of the Green Triangle forestry region, and the coastline of Canunda National Park is within easy reach for fishing, surfing, and nature walks.

Ob Flat falls under postcode 5291 and is governed by the Grant 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
5291
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Grant
Federal Electorate
Barker
State Electorate
Mount Gambier
Type
Locality
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-37.89°, 140.78°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
25.68 km²
Population Density
18 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 5291

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 5291, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$48,050
Median 2023–24
$56,313
▲ 17.2% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$68,410

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 5291; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Regional coach — Mount Gambier 25 min

Commute to Millicent

Distance
15 km
By Train
No train service
By Car (Peak)
20 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
15 min

🛣️ Car is the primary mode of transport; Mount Gambier 15km north

Walkability Car Dependent

Fully car dependent rural locality with no footpaths or public transport

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
470
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Ob Flat located? +

Ob Flat is a rural locality in South Australia's Limestone Coast region, approximately 15 kilometres south of Mount Gambier and near the town of Millicent.

What council area is Ob Flat in? +

Ob Flat falls within the Wattle Range Council area, one of the main local government authorities in the Limestone Coast region.

Is there public transport in Ob Flat? +

There is no regular public transport within Ob Flat. A car is essential for residents, with Millicent and Mount Gambier being the nearest service centres.

What is the main industry in Ob Flat? +

Agriculture is the dominant industry, with dairy farming, beef cattle grazing, and plantation forestry (blue gum and pine) making up the bulk of land use in the area.

What is the population of Ob Flat? +

Ob Flat had a population of 470 at the 2021 Census.