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Reeves Plains

SA 5502 • South Australia

129
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
61.40 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalSemi-RuralQuiet
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About Reeves Plains

Reeves Plains is a small rural settlement on the Adelaide Plains in South Australia, situated roughly halfway between the towns of Gawler and Mallala, approximately 40 kilometres north of the Adelaide CBD. The locality falls across the Adelaide Plains Council and Light Regional Council areas, covering around 61 square kilometres of flat agricultural land. With a population of 129 recorded in the 2021 Census, it is a quiet, sparsely settled community surrounded by broadacre farming.

The surrounding district is characterised by cereal cropping, grazing, and market garden operations typical of the Adelaide Plains region. Residents rely on nearby towns — Gawler to the south-east and Two Wells to the west — for shopping, services, and schools. The area appeals to those seeking a rural lifestyle within a reasonable commute of metropolitan Adelaide, with the Gawler Belt and outer northern suburbs not far away.

Reeves Plains falls under postcode 5502 and is governed by the Adelaide Plains Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Grey, while state elections fall under the Frome electorate.

📍 Location

State
South Australia
Postcode
5502
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Adelaide Plains
Federal Electorate
Grey
State Electorate
Frome
Type
Locality
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-34.51°, 138.56°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
61.40 km²
Population Density
2 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 5502

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 5502, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$43,867
Median 2023–24
$52,959
▲ 20.7% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$71,897

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 5502; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Gawler Central
14 km
N/A — car required

Bus Services

  • Limited regional services — Gawler / Adelaide CBD 60+ min to CBD

Commute to Adelaide CBD

Distance
40 km
By Train
No direct train; drive to Gawler Central then approx. 55 min to Adelaide CBD
By Car (Peak)
40-55 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
35-45 min

🛣️ Gawler-Two Wells Road provides access; Virginia and Two Wells are nearby service centres

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Reeves Plains has no shops, services, or footpaths — a car is essential for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
129
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Reeves Plains known for? +

Reeves Plains is known for its agricultural character on the Adelaide Plains, surrounded by broadacre cereal cropping and market gardens. It is a quiet rural locality between the towns of Gawler and Mallala in South Australia.

How far is Reeves Plains from Adelaide CBD? +

Reeves Plains is approximately 40 kilometres north of the Adelaide CBD, typically a 35–55 minute drive depending on traffic and your route.

Does Reeves Plains have public transport? +

There is no local public transport in Reeves Plains. The nearest train station is Gawler Central, roughly 14 kilometres away. A private vehicle is essential for residents.

What is the population of Reeves Plains? +

The 2021 Census recorded a population of 129 in Reeves Plains, reflecting its status as a small, sparsely settled rural locality on the outer Adelaide Plains.

Is Reeves Plains a good place to live? +

Reeves Plains suits those seeking a genuinely rural lifestyle within reasonable reach of Adelaide and Gawler. It offers open space and quiet surroundings, though residents must travel for all services, shopping, and schools.

What is the postcode for Reeves Plains? +

The postcode for Reeves Plains is 5502, shared with several surrounding localities on the Adelaide Plains.