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Poonindie

SA 5607 • South Australia

210
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
25.06 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralSemi-RuralHistoricQuietPeaceful
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About Poonindie

Poonindie is a small rural locality on the Eyre Peninsula in South Australia, situated approximately 15 kilometres north of Port Lincoln and 251 kilometres west of Adelaide, within the District Council of Lower Eyre Peninsula. With a population of around 210, it is one of the older European settlements in the region, having been established in 1850. The area is predominantly agricultural, with a median household income slightly above the regional average and a quiet semi-rural character shaped by its pastoral heritage.

The locality is primarily residential and farming land, with most residents relying on Port Lincoln for shopping, schools, health services, and employment. Poonindie sits close to Louth Bay and has easy access to the stunning coastal scenery of the Lower Eyre Peninsula, including Boston Bay and the broader Spencer Gulf coastline. The region is renowned for its fresh seafood — Port Lincoln is one of Australia's major seafood capitals — and Poonindie's rural setting offers a tranquil lifestyle within comfortable reach of a well-serviced regional city.

Poonindie falls under postcode 5607 and is governed by the Lower Eyre Peninsula Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Grey, while state elections fall under the Flinders electorate.

📍 Location

State
South Australia
Postcode
5607
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Lower Eyre Peninsula
Federal Electorate
Grey
State Electorate
Flinders
Type
Locality
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-35.16°, 136.46°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
25.06 km²
Population Density
8 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 5607

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 5607, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$45,804
Median 2023–24
$54,239
▲ 18.4% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$64,149

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 5607; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional bus services — Port Lincoln (approx 15 km south) Approx 20 min

Commute to Adelaide CBD

Distance
251 km
By Train
No train service
By Car (Peak)
3–3.5 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
2.5–3 hours

🛣️ Private vehicle essential; Port Lincoln Airport nearby for faster Adelaide connections

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is essential for all daily errands; Port Lincoln provides the nearest retail and services

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
210
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Poonindie known for? +

Poonindie is known as one of the older European settlements on the Eyre Peninsula, established in 1850. It is a quiet pastoral locality close to Port Lincoln and the stunning coastal scenery of the Lower Eyre Peninsula, including Boston Bay.

How far is Poonindie from Adelaide? +

Poonindie is approximately 251 kilometres west of the Adelaide CBD, making it a drive of about 3 hours, or a short flight from Port Lincoln Airport (roughly 15 km away) to Adelaide.

Does Poonindie have public transport? +

Public transport options in Poonindie are very limited. There is no rail service on the Eyre Peninsula, and residents typically rely on a private vehicle to access services in Port Lincoln, about 15 kilometres to the south.

What is the population of Poonindie? +

According to the 2021 Census, Poonindie has a population of approximately 210 residents, making it a small, close-knit rural community on the Eyre Peninsula.

Is Poonindie a good place to live? +

Poonindie appeals to those who value a quiet rural lifestyle with close access to the services of a regional city. Its proximity to Port Lincoln — South Australia's seafood capital — and the beautiful Eyre Peninsula coastline makes it a pleasant, unhurried place to call home.

What is the postcode for Poonindie? +

The postcode for Poonindie, South Australia, is 5607.