Pinkawillinie

SA 5641 • South Australia

51
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
1832.27 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRemoteAgricultural

About Pinkawillinie

Pinkawillinie is a remote rural locality in the Eyre Peninsula district of South Australia, situated within the District Council of Le Hunte approximately 70 kilometres south of Wudinna. Covering an enormous 1,832 square kilometres of semi-arid Eyre Peninsula farming and pastoral country, it had a 2021 Census population of approximately 51 residents. The landscape is characterised by the mallee-mulga scrub and red-loam soils typical of the central Eyre Peninsula, where broad-acre cereal cropping and sheep grazing predominate.

Wudinna is the nearest service town, providing basic supplies and community services, while Port Lincoln on the southern Eyre Peninsula and Ceduna to the north-west offer more comprehensive regional facilities. The Eyre Peninsula is famed for its seafood, pristine coastline, and the extraordinary Nullarbor Plain to the west, attracting adventurous travellers and those seeking the peace of genuine outback South Australia. Pinkawillinie suits those with a strong connection to the remote farming and pastoral communities of the Eyre Peninsula.

Pinkawillinie falls under postcode 5641 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Flinders electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
5641
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Locality
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-33.10°, 136.32°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
1832.27 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — Car required for all trips N/A

Commute to Adelaide CBD

Distance
700 km
By Train
No rail service; Greyhound coach via the Eyre Highway
By Car (Peak)
7 hr - 8 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
6 hr 30 min - 7 hr 30 min

🛣️ Eyre Highway provides the main access route; Wudinna is the nearest service town

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Pinkawillinie is an extremely remote locality with no local services; a private vehicle is absolutely essential for all daily needs.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

  • 🏫
    69 West Terrace
    GovernmentPrimary/Secondary CombinedCoedNon-Denominational

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
51
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 Pinkawillinie known for? +

Pinkawillinie is a remote Eyre Peninsula locality known for its extensive broad-acre cereal cropping and sheep grazing across the semi-arid red-loam country of central South Australia.

How far is Pinkawillinie from Adelaide? +

Pinkawillinie is approximately 700 kilometres north-west of Adelaide via the Eyre Highway, typically a 7 to 8 hour drive on highway and local roads.

Does Pinkawillinie have public transport? +

There is no public transport in Pinkawillinie. The Eyre Peninsula has no passenger rail, and a private vehicle is essential for all travel, with Wudinna providing the nearest basic services.

What is the population of Pinkawillinie? +

According to the 2021 Census, Pinkawillinie has a population of approximately 51 residents across its enormous 1,832 square kilometre area on the Eyre Peninsula.

Is Pinkawillinie a good place to live? +

Pinkawillinie suits those committed to the remote farming lifestyle of the Eyre Peninsula, offering vast open spaces and connection to one of South Australia's most productive but remote agricultural regions.

What is the postcode for Pinkawillinie? +

The postcode for Pinkawillinie, SA is 5641.