Alford
SA 5555 • South Australia
About Alford
Alford is a small rural township located on the Yorke Peninsula in South Australia, falling under the Copper Coast Council. Situated inland from the Gulf St Vincent coastline, the town serves as a quiet agricultural community surrounded by rolling grain-farming country. With a population of around 160 people, Alford retains a classic outback South Australian character with a strong connection to its pastoral and mining heritage.
Daily life in Alford is peaceful and community-oriented, with residents largely engaged in farming or commuting to nearby coastal towns such as Kadina, Wallaroo, or Moonta for work and services. The Copper Triangle — made up of these three towns — is just a short drive away and offers supermarkets, hospitals, schools, and the famous Kernewek Lowender Cornish Festival. Alford is ideal for those seeking affordable rural living with easy access to the Yorke Peninsula's stunning coastline and beaches.
Alford falls under postcode 5555 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Narungga electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Regional coach services — Adelaide via Kadina Approx. 2 hrs to Adelaide
Commute to Adelaide CBD
🛣️ Private vehicle is the primary transport. Kadina is the nearest major service town (~20 km).
Small township with limited footpaths; car essential for accessing services beyond the immediate area.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
No schools listed for this postcode.