West Bundaleer

SA 5491 • South Australia

15
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
76.75 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordableRetireesFamily-Friendly
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About West Bundaleer

West Bundaleer is a small rural locality in South Australia's Mid North region, situated within the Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council area approximately 100 kilometres north of Adelaide. With a population of around 800 residents, the locality sits within the broader Clare Valley wine region — one of Australia's most renowned wine-growing areas, celebrated for its Riesling and Shiraz varietals. The surrounding landscape is characterised by rolling hills, vineyards, and pastoral farmland.

West Bundaleer residents enjoy a relaxed rural lifestyle within easy reach of the Clare township, which offers shops, schools, healthcare, and the cellar doors and wine trails that attract visitors from across the country. The Clare Valley Rail Trail — a popular cycling and walking route — passes through the wider district, adding to the area's recreational appeal. The locality attracts families, retirees, and lifestyle-seekers drawn by the combination of natural beauty, affordable rural properties, and proximity to Adelaide via the Main North Road.

West Bundaleer falls under postcode 5491 and is governed by the Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Grey, while state elections fall under the Stuart electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
5491
Urban Area
N/A
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Locality
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-33.31°, 138.49°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
76.75 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 5491

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 5491, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$43,026
Median 2023–24
$56,781
32.0% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$69,146

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 5491; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Regional coach services — Adelaide CBD via Gawler Approx. 1 hr 30 min – 2 hr

Commute to Adelaide CBD

Distance
100 km
By Train
No rail service; nearest regional coach from Clare township (~5 km)
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 15 min – 1 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 10 min

🛣️ Main North Road (A32) is the primary route to Adelaide; car is the practical daily transport

Walkability Car-Dependent

Rural locality with no footpaths or local public transport; Clare township (5 km) provides nearest amenities accessible by car

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
15
0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is West Bundaleer SA? +

West Bundaleer is a rural locality in South Australia's Mid North, within the Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council area, approximately 100 km north of Adelaide near the Clare Valley wine region.

What is the Clare Valley known for? +

The Clare Valley is one of Australia's most celebrated wine regions, particularly renowned for its cool-climate Riesling and Shiraz. It features numerous cellar doors, the Clare Valley Rail Trail, and heritage towns including Clare, Mintaro, and Sevenhill.

How far is West Bundaleer from Adelaide? +

West Bundaleer is approximately 100 km north of Adelaide, about a 1 hour 10–30 minute drive via the Main North Road (A32).

What schools are near West Bundaleer? +

Clare Primary School and Clare High School in the nearby Clare township (approximately 5 km) serve families in West Bundaleer and surrounding localities.

What is the population of West Bundaleer? +

West Bundaleer had a population of 15 at the 2021 Census.