Washpool
SA 5454 • South Australia
About Washpool
Washpool is a small rural locality situated in rural South Australia, approximately 173 kilometres from Adelaide CBD. The locality covers an area of 69.6 square kilometres and recorded a small permanent population of 43 residents in the 2021 Census. The surrounding landscape is typical of rural South Australia country, characterised by broad agricultural land and sparse settlement patterns common to this part of South Australia.
Washpool is a quiet, rural locality where residents generally rely on private vehicles for daily needs, with the nearest towns providing access to essential services including groceries, medical facilities, and schools. The community is small and tightly-knit, reflecting the self-sufficient nature of rural life in this part of South Australia. Outdoor activities such as farming, bushwalking, and exploring the natural landscapes of the region are part of everyday life for those who call Washpool home.
Washpool falls under postcode 5454 and is governed by the Northern Areas Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Grey, while state elections fall under the Frome electorate.
Location
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Income
ATO taxable income Postcode 5454
Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 5454 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).
Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 5454; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- No scheduled bus services — N/A N/A
Commute to Adelaide CBD
🛣️ Washpool is a remote rural locality; private vehicle is the primary mode of transport
Washpool has no walkable amenities; a private vehicle is essential for all daily needs
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Edgeware Avenue