Teal Flat
SA 5238 • South Australia
About Teal Flat
Teal Flat is a tiny riverside locality on the Murray River in South Australia, located approximately 25 kilometres south-east of Mannum within the Mid Murray Council area. With a land area of just 1.5 square kilometres and a 2021 census population of 13, it is one of the smallest localities in the state. Sitting at the heart of a gentle bend in the Murray, the settlement is characterised by riverfront properties, holiday shacks, and native riparian vegetation. The area falls under the state electorate of Hammond and the federal division of Barker.
Teal Flat is a quiet, isolated retreat popular with boating and fishing enthusiasts who value the serenity of the Murray River lifestyle. The locality has no commercial facilities of its own, with residents travelling to Mannum for groceries, medical services, schools, and community activities. The Murray River provides the centrepiece for recreation, including houseboating, swimming, kayaking, and birdwatching in the surrounding river red gum forests. It is a place that genuinely embodies the slow pace of river life, attracting nature lovers and those seeking an escape from city living.
Teal Flat falls under postcode 5238 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Hammond electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Regional SouthLink services — Mannum and Murray Bridge Limited; car strongly recommended
Commute to Adelaide CBD
🛣️ Mannum (~25 km) is the nearest service town. The River Murray Road provides road access. Murray Bridge is the closest hub with broader transport links.
Fully car dependent with no footpaths or public transport within the locality. Ideal for those self-sufficient with their own vehicle or boat.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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49 Walker Avenue