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Wattle Range

SA 5280 • South Australia

68
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
209.18 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalLimestone CoastQuiet

About Wattle Range

Wattle Range is a rural locality in the south-east of South Australia, situated approximately 25 kilometres north-east of Millicent in the Limestone Coast region, and around 328 kilometres south-east of Adelaide. The locality falls within the Wattle Range Council local government area — the council itself takes its name from this locality — and is characterised by primary production land use, with the exception of the Calectasia Conservation Park in the north-east corner. The name derives from the Wattle Range Community Centre, reflecting the strong community identity of the district.

The Limestone Coast is one of South Australia's premier wine and agricultural regions, and the Wattle Range district contributes to the area's extensive farming and dairying heritage. Millicent, the nearest service town, offers a hospital, schools, supermarkets, and cultural facilities, and is itself known for the Tantanoola Caves and access to Canunda National Park on the Southern Ocean coast. The Wattle Range Council governs a wide swathe of south-east South Australia including Millicent, Penola, and Beachport — a region celebrated for Coonawarra wines, coastal scenery, and a strong agricultural heritage.

Wattle Range falls under postcode 5280 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Mount Gambier electorate.

📍 Location

State
South Australia
Postcode
5280
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Barker
State Electorate
Mount Gambier
Type
Locality
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-37.43°, 140.51°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
209.18 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus services — N/A N/A

Commute to Adelaide CBD

Distance
328 km
By Train
No train service; coach from Millicent (~5 hrs to Adelaide)
By Car (Peak)
3.5-4.5 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
3.5-4 hrs

🛣️ Princess Highway accessible via Millicent; car essential

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A dispersed rural locality with no walkable services; all daily needs require a drive to Millicent.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
68
▲ 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 Wattle Range known for? +

Wattle Range is known as the locality that gives its name to Wattle Range Council, the local government authority for south-east South Australia. The locality is part of the Limestone Coast's farming district, surrounded by primary production land and the Calectasia Conservation Park.

How far is Wattle Range from Millicent? +

Wattle Range is approximately 25 kilometres north-east of Millicent, the nearest service town, around a 25 to 30 minute drive.

Does Wattle Range have public transport? +

There is no public transport serving Wattle Range. Millicent is the nearest town with coach connections to Adelaide; a private vehicle is essential.

What is the population of Wattle Range? +

Wattle Range locality has a very small population, with land use dominated by primary production farming and conservation areas.

Is Wattle Range a good place to live? +

Wattle Range suits those engaged in farming or seeking a quiet rural lifestyle in the Limestone Coast region, with Millicent providing essential services and the Coonawarra and Padthaway wine regions close by.

What is the postcode for Wattle Range? +

The postcode for Wattle Range, SA is 5280.