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Penrice

SA 5353 • South Australia

486
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
19.32 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralBarossa ValleyHistoricAgriculturalPeaceful
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About Penrice

Penrice is a small rural locality in the heart of South Australia's renowned Barossa Valley, situated approximately 2 kilometres north of Angaston and governed by the Barossa Council. With a population of 486 at the 2021 Census spread across around 19 square kilometres, Penrice is a quiet agricultural community within one of Australia's most celebrated wine-producing regions. The locality shares a postcode with Angaston and sits amid the gently rolling hills and vineyards characteristic of the Eden Valley and eastern Barossa.

Penrice is historically significant as the site of a large limestone and marble quarry that operated for many decades under Penrice Soda Products before being acquired by Adelaide Brighton Cement in 2014 — a legacy that shaped the local industrial character of the area. The nearby town of Angaston provides residents with access to shops, a school, medical services, and the rich cultural life of the Barossa Valley, including world-class wineries, cellar doors, and gourmet food producers. Penrice appeals to those seeking a peaceful rural lifestyle embedded in one of Australia's most iconic regional landscapes, within around 70 kilometres of Adelaide.

Penrice falls under postcode 5353 and is governed by the Barossa Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Barker, while state elections fall under the Schubert electorate.

📍 Location

State
South Australia
Postcode
5353
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Barossa
Federal Electorate
Barker
State Electorate
Schubert
Type
Locality
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-34.48°, 139.07°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
19.32 km²
Population Density
25 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 5353

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 5353, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$41,624
Median 2023–24
$51,216
▲ 23.0% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$61,470

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 5353; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Adelaide Metro regional coaches — Adelaide CBD (via Nuriootpa/Gawler) 1 hr 30 min - 2 hr

Commute to Adelaide CBD

Distance
70 km
By Train
No direct train service; regional coach services operate via Nuriootpa and Gawler
By Car (Peak)
1 hr - 1 hr 20 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
55 min - 1 hr 10 min

🛣️ Accessible via the Sturt Highway and Barossa Valley Way; car strongly recommended

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Penrice has no commercial facilities; residents walk or drive to nearby Angaston for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
486
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Penrice known for? +

Penrice is known for its large limestone and marble quarry, long operated by Penrice Soda Products and now run by Adelaide Brighton Cement. The locality is also embedded in the broader Barossa Valley wine region, one of Australia's most celebrated wine-producing areas.

How far is Penrice from Adelaide? +

Penrice is approximately 70 kilometres north-east of Adelaide CBD, a drive of around 55 minutes to 1 hour 20 minutes via the Sturt Highway and Barossa Valley Way.

Does Penrice have public transport? +

Penrice has no rail service; the Barossa Valley does not have a passenger rail line. Regional coach services connect the area to Adelaide via Nuriootpa and Gawler, but a car is strongly recommended for most journeys.

What is the population of Penrice? +

According to the 2021 Census, Penrice has a population of 486 residents across approximately 19 square kilometres, reflecting its rural, low-density character within the Barossa Council area.

Is Penrice a good place to live? +

Penrice offers a peaceful rural lifestyle in one of Australia's most iconic wine regions, with the town of Angaston just 2 kilometres away providing essential services. It suits those who value open space, vineyard scenery, and a quiet country atmosphere within reasonable distance of Adelaide.

What is the postcode for Penrice? +

The postcode for Penrice is 5353.