Senior

SA 5268 • South Australia

120
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
500.15 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalRemoteFarming

About Senior

Senior is a vast rural locality in South Australia's south-east, situated within a 500-square-kilometre area near the border of the Wattle Range Council region. The locality is part of the productive agricultural landscape of the Lower South East, an area known for its livestock farming, grain growing and plantation forestry. It is very sparsely populated with effectively no recorded residential population.

The broader South East region is anchored by Mount Gambier, the state's second-largest city, which provides all major services including hospitals, schools and shopping. The landscape of Senior and surrounds features flat to undulating farmland, blue gum plantations and extensive pastoral runs. It is a working agricultural landscape suited to farmers and those involved in the region's primary industries.

Senior falls under postcode 5268 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Mackillop electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
5268
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Locality
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-36.19°, 140.79°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
500.15 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Regional coach — Mount Gambier (nearest city) ~30–50 min by road

Commute to Adelaide CBD

Distance
430 km
By Train
No rail service to this locality
By Bus
Regional coach to Mount Gambier then ~4h30 to Adelaide
By Car (Peak)
~4h30
By Car (Off-Peak)
~4h30

🛣️ Extremely car-dependent. No public transport within the locality itself. Mount Gambier is the regional service centre.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Senior is a remote rural locality with no services, no footpaths and no public transport. A vehicle is essential for all activities.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
120
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 Senior known for? +

Senior is a vast rural locality in South Australia's south-east, situated within a 500-square-kilometre area near the border of the Wattle Range Council region. The broader South East region is anchored by Mount Gambier, the state's second-largest city, which provides all major services including hospitals, schools and shopping.

How far is Senior from Adelaide CBD? +

Senior is approximately some distance from Adelaide CBD, with a typical drive taking around 30-60 minutes depending on traffic and route taken.

Does Senior have public transport? +

Senior has limited public transport options. The area is best accessed by private vehicle, with connections to larger regional centres for broader services.

What is the population of Senior? +

According to the 2021 Census, Senior has a population of approximately 120 residents, a small but recognised locality. The suburb falls within the SA local government area.

Is Senior a good place to live? +

Senior suits those who prefer a quiet rural lifestyle away from urban areas. It offers open spaces and a close-knit community but limited local services — a car is essential for daily needs.

What is the postcode for Senior? +

The postcode for Senior, SA is 5268. This postcode covers Senior and may also serve nearby localities within the same postcode zone.