Wokurna

SA 5520 • South Australia

61
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
155.34 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalSemi-Rural

About Wokurna

Wokurna is a small rural locality on the Yorke Peninsula in South Australia, situated approximately 170 kilometres north-west of Adelaide near the town of Crystal Brook and the upper Yorke Peninsula. The locality covers around 155 square kilometres of open cereal farming country and recorded a population of approximately 61 residents at the 2021 Census. The flat to gently rolling terrain is typical of the northern Yorke Peninsula's highly productive grain-growing zone.

Crystal Brook, approximately 20 kilometres to the north-east, and Port Pirie, roughly 30 kilometres to the north, provide the nearest services including shops, schools, and medical facilities. The Yorke Peninsula is a key agricultural region of South Australia, known for high-yielding wheat, barley, and pulse crops. A private vehicle is essential as no public transport serves Wokurna.

Wokurna falls under postcode 5520 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Narungga electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
5520
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Locality
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-33.77°, 138.12°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
155.34 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — N/A N/A

Commute to Adelaide CBD

Distance
170 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
2–2.5 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hours

🛣️ Princes Highway and Main North Road provide road access; car essential

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No walkable services; all errands require a drive to Crystal Brook or Port Pirie.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

  • 🏫
    Glen Davidson Drive
    GovernmentPrimary/Secondary CombinedCoedNon-Denominational

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
61
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 Wokurna known for? +

Wokurna is a rural farming locality on the northern Yorke Peninsula, known for its productive grain-growing country near Crystal Brook and Port Pirie in South Australia.

How far is Wokurna from Adelaide CBD? +

Wokurna is approximately 170 kilometres north-west of Adelaide CBD, around 2 to 2.5 hours by road via the Main North Road.

Does Wokurna have public transport? +

There is no public transport in Wokurna. Crystal Brook (about 20 km) and Port Pirie (about 30 km) provide the nearest services and a car is essential for all travel.

What is the population of Wokurna? +

According to the 2021 Census, Wokurna has a population of approximately 61 residents, a very small farming locality on the Yorke Peninsula.

Is Wokurna a good place to live? +

Wokurna suits those with cereal farming interests on the northern Yorke Peninsula, within reasonable driving distance of Port Pirie and Adelaide.

What is the postcode for Wokurna? +

The postcode for Wokurna, SA is 5520.