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Appila

SA 5480 • South Australia

91
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
120.16 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHistoricRemoteAgriculturalCar-Dependent

About Appila

Appila is a small historic locality in the Mid North of South Australia, situated in the lower Flinders Ranges region approximately 220 kilometres north of Adelaide, within the District Council of Mount Remarkable. The locality covers 120 square kilometres of undulating pastoral and farming country on the eastern slopes of the Flinders Ranges, and takes its name from an Aboriginal word meaning 'hunting ground'. With a 2021 Census population of 91 residents across approximately 33 dwellings, Appila is one of the more sparsely settled localities in the Mid North, characterised by broad-acre farming and the open landscapes typical of this part of South Australia.

Appila has a quiet historic character — the town was originally laid out in 1872 under the name Yarrowie, and remnants of this colonial settlement history lend the area a sense of pastoral heritage. The nearest service towns are Laura (approximately 15 kilometres to the north) and Gladstone (to the north-west), both offering basic amenities, while Port Pirie (approximately 60 kilometres to the west) serves as the main regional centre for medical, retail, and educational services. Appila Springs, a local natural feature, lies within the locality. There is no public transport, and private vehicles are essential for all travel in this quiet, car-dependent rural community.

Appila falls under postcode 5480 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Stuart electorate.

📍 Location

State
South Australia
Postcode
5480
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Grey
State Electorate
Stuart
Type
Locality
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-33.13°, 138.32°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
120.16 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No scheduled bus service — Car travel required to Laura or Port Pirie for all services N/A

Commute to Adelaide CBD

Distance
220 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
2 hr 30 min - 3 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr 15 min - 2 hr 45 min

🛣️ Access via Horrocks Highway (B82) through Port Pirie. Port Pirie (approx. 60 km west) is the nearest regional city with a full range of services.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A remote pastoral locality with no local shops or public transport; Laura or Port Pirie must be reached by car for all everyday needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
91
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
N/A
Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Appila known for? +

Appila is known for its pastoral heritage and historic origins — the locality was originally laid out as the town of Yarrowie in 1872. Its name derives from an Aboriginal word meaning 'hunting ground', and the area retains a quiet rural character set against the backdrop of the lower Flinders Ranges. Appila Springs is a local natural feature within the locality.

How far is Appila from Adelaide? +

Appila is approximately 220 kilometres north of Adelaide CBD, a drive of around 2.5 to 3 hours via the Horrocks Highway through Port Pirie. Port Pirie, about 60 kilometres to the west, is the nearest regional city.

Does Appila have public transport? +

There is no public bus or rail service to Appila. Residents rely entirely on private vehicles for travel to Laura, Gladstone, or Port Pirie for everyday services and medical care.

What is the population of Appila? +

According to the 2021 Census, Appila has a population of 91 residents across approximately 33 dwellings. It is a sparsely settled rural locality in the Mid North of South Australia.

Is Appila a good place to live? +

Appila suits those drawn to quiet, rural living in South Australia's picturesque Mid North region, with the lower Flinders Ranges as a scenic backdrop. It is best suited to people involved in farming or who value isolation and open country, as all urban amenities require a significant drive to Port Pirie or further south.

What is the postcode for Appila? +

The postcode for Appila is 5480, which it shares with Laura, Stone Hut, and other localities in South Australia's Northern Areas and Mid North region.