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Tepko

SA 5254 • South Australia

31
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
18.84 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRemoteAgriculturalHistoric
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About Tepko

Tepko is a tiny rural locality in the Murray Mallee region of South Australia, located approximately 20 kilometres north-west of Murray Bridge, between the Mount Lofty Ranges and the Murray River. With a population of just 31 people recorded in the 2021 census, it is one of South Australia's smallest gazetted localities. The name Tepko is derived from an Aboriginal word for a hill in the area, and the locality sits at an elevation of approximately 109 metres.

Tepko has a quiet agricultural character, with the surrounding land used for grain farming and grazing in the Murray Mallee scrubland. The locality was historically served by a stop on the now-closed Sedan railway line, with the last grain train passing through in 2005. Murray Bridge (20 kilometres to the south-east) is the nearest town for all services including supermarkets, schools, and medical care. The area also sits beneath the Heywood interconnector transmission line corridor, giving it a distinctive presence in the power grid landscape.

Tepko 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
18.84 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

Nearest Train Stations

Murray Bridge Station
20 km
N/A - drive

Bus Services

  • Regional coach — Murray Bridge / Adelaide ~25 min to Murray Bridge

Commute to Adelaide

Distance
77 km
By Train
No local train; ~1 hr via Murray Bridge (limited service)
By Bus
No direct service
By Car (Peak)
~55 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
~50 min

🛣️ Car essential. Murray Bridge (20 km) provides all daily services.

Walkability Car Dependent

Extremely car dependent with no public transport or pedestrian infrastructure.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
31
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Tepko known for? +

Tepko is a tiny rural locality in the Murray Mallee region of South Australia, located approximately 20 kilometres north-west of Murray Bridge, between the Mount Lofty Ranges and the Murray River. Tepko has a quiet agricultural character, with the surrounding land used for grain farming and grazing in the Murray Mallee scrubland.

How far is Tepko from Adelaide CBD? +

Tepko is approximately 20 kilometres from Adelaide CBD, with a typical drive taking around 24-36 minutes depending on traffic and route taken.

Does Tepko have public transport? +

Tepko 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 Tepko? +

According to the 2021 Census, Tepko has a population of approximately 31 residents, one of the smallest localities in the area. The suburb falls within the SA local government area.

Is Tepko a good place to live? +

Tepko 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 Tepko? +

The postcode for Tepko, SA is 5254. This postcode covers Tepko and may also serve nearby localities within the same postcode zone.