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Wandearah East

SA 5523 • South Australia

95
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
168.23 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietSemi-RuralPeaceful
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About Wandearah East

Wandearah East is a rural locality in the Mid North region of South Australia, situated within the Port Pirie Regional Council local government area approximately 20 kilometres south-east of the city of Port Pirie and around 190 kilometres north of Adelaide. The locality covers a large 168 square kilometres of agricultural land in the Flinders Ranges foothills region. With a population of 95 residents recorded in the 2021 Census, Wandearah East is a sparsely settled farming district typical of South Australia's Mid North.

The landscape is characterised by broad cropping and grazing country, with low-density rural holdings spread across the locality. Residents rely primarily on Port Pirie for shopping, health services, education, and most daily amenities, as Wandearah East itself has no dedicated commercial centre. The nearby city of Port Pirie provides a Spencer Gulf setting with services including a hospital, schools, supermarkets, and recreational facilities. The region is known for its wide open spaces and agricultural heritage, appealing to those who value rural tranquillity and a close connection to the land.

Wandearah East falls under postcode 5523 and is governed by the Port Pirie Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Grey, while state elections fall under the Stuart electorate.

📍 Location

State
South Australia
Postcode
5523
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Port Pirie
Federal Electorate
Grey
State Electorate
Stuart
Type
Locality
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-33.40°, 138.17°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
168.23 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 5523

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 5523, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$42,070
Median 2023–24
$55,534
▲ 32.0% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$73,290

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 5523; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Regional school and community buses — Port Pirie Approx 25-30 min

Commute to Adelaide CBD

Distance
190 km
By Train
No direct train service from Wandearah East. Limited rail services from Port Pirie; most travel is by road.
By Car (Peak)
2.0-2.5 hrs via Augusta Highway
By Car (Off-Peak)
1.75-2.0 hrs via Augusta Highway

🛣️ Augusta Highway (A1) is the main route south to Adelaide. Port Pirie is the nearest urban centre for daily services.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Wandearah East is a dispersed rural farming locality with no local shops or services; a car is essential for all daily needs, with Port Pirie being the nearest service centre.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
95
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Wandearah East known for? +

Wandearah East is a quiet rural farming locality in South Australia's Mid North, known for its broad cropping and grazing land typical of the Spencer Gulf hinterland. The area is characterised by agricultural holdings and wide open landscapes within the Port Pirie Regional Council area.

How far is Wandearah East from Adelaide? +

Wandearah East is approximately 190 kilometres north of Adelaide, roughly a 2 to 2.5 hour drive via the Augusta Highway. The nearest urban centre, Port Pirie, is approximately 20 kilometres to the north-west.

Does Wandearah East have public transport? +

Wandearah East has no local bus or rail service. Regional school and community bus routes serve the broader Port Pirie area, but a private vehicle is essential for all travel to and from the locality.

What is the population of Wandearah East? +

According to the 2021 Census, Wandearah East has a population of 95 residents spread across 168 square kilometres of rural land, giving it a very low population density consistent with broad-acre farming country.

Is Wandearah East a good place to live? +

Wandearah East suits those seeking a quiet, semi-rural lifestyle with farming land and open spaces, within reasonable driving distance of Port Pirie's services. It is best suited to farming families or those looking to live in a peaceful rural environment, accepting the trade-off of distance from major urban amenities.

What is the postcode for Wandearah East? +

The postcode for Wandearah East is 5523, which it shares with surrounding localities in the Port Pirie regional council area.