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Rockleigh

SA 5254 • South Australia

287
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
177.27 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHistoricAffordable
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About Rockleigh

Rockleigh is a small rural locality in the Adelaide Hills region of South Australia, situated approximately 50 kilometres south-east of the Adelaide CBD in the Mount Barker district. With a population of fewer than 300 residents, it is a quiet agricultural community spread across a large land area of around 177 square kilometres. The locality is characterised by rolling hill country, vineyards, and farmland typical of the southern Adelaide Hills.

Life in Rockleigh is deeply rural, appealing to those who value space, privacy, and a connection to the land. The surrounding area is part of a significant wine-growing region, with the Langhorne Creek wine district nearby. Residents typically travel to Mount Barker or Strathalbyn for major services and shopping, while the locality itself offers a peaceful retreat for farming families and rural lifestyle seekers.

Rockleigh falls under postcode 5254 and is governed by the Murray Bridge Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Mayo, while state elections fall under the Hammond electorate.

📍 Location

State
South Australia
Postcode
5254
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Murray Bridge
Federal Electorate
Mayo
State Electorate
Hammond
Type
Locality
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-35.10°, 139.48°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
177.27 km²
Population Density
2 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 5254

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 5254 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$50,000
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$58,531

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 5254; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Commute to Adelaide CBD

Distance
50 km
By Train
N/A — no train service to Rockleigh; nearest station is at Mount Barker (~20 km away)
By Car (Peak)
55-70 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
45 min

🛣️ Car-dependent locality; South Eastern Freeway via Crafers is the primary route to Adelaide

Walkability Car-Dependent

Dispersed rural locality with no footpaths or local services; a car is essential

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
287
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Rockleigh SA? +

Rockleigh is a rural locality in the Mount Barker district of the Adelaide Hills, South Australia, approximately 50 kilometres south-east of the Adelaide CBD.

What is the nearest town to Rockleigh? +

The nearest towns are Mount Barker (approximately 20 km to the north) and Strathalbyn (approximately 15 km to the south-east), both of which offer essential services and shopping.

Is Rockleigh a good place to live? +

Rockleigh suits those seeking a rural lifestyle with plenty of space. It's a quiet agricultural community near the Adelaide Hills wine region, but residents must be comfortable with car dependency and distance from urban services.

What is the population of Rockleigh? +

Rockleigh had a population of 287 at the 2021 Census.