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Buchfelde

SA 5118 • South Australia

193
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
4.72 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
HistoricSemi-RuralOuter MetropolitanGrowth Suburb

About Buchfelde

Buchfelde is a small locality on the northern outskirts of Gawler, South Australia, situated approximately 45 kilometres north of Adelaide in the outer northern growth corridor. The locality covers around 4.7 square kilometres and had a population of 193 at the 2021 Census across approximately 70 dwellings. With a median household income of around $48,852, it reflects the working and mixed-residential character typical of the greater Gawler area, one of Adelaide's fastest-developing outer metropolitan regions.

Buchfelde carries a rich heritage — the area was settled in 1848 by Richard and Otto von Schomburgk and named after Leopold von Buch, the German financial benefactor who helped the brothers emigrate. Today the locality is gradually being absorbed into the broader Gawler suburban area as residential development expands northward. Residents enjoy access to Gawler's town centre, with its shops, schools, and services, while the Gawler railway line provides a direct commute to Adelaide's CBD, making Buchfelde a practical base on the metropolitan fringe.

Buchfelde falls under postcode 5118 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Schubert electorate.

📍 Location

State
South Australia
Postcode
5118
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Spence
State Electorate
Schubert
Type
Locality
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-34.58°, 138.71°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
4.72 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Gawler Central
3 km
35 min
Gawler
4 km
50 min

Bus Services

  • Adelaide Metro bus services — Gawler town centre / Salisbury Short trips within Gawler area

Commute to Adelaide CBD

Distance
45 km
By Train
Approx 50–60 min from Gawler Central on Adelaide Metro Gawler Line
By Car (Peak)
55–70 min via Main North Road or Sturt Highway
By Car (Off-Peak)
40–50 min

🛣️ Gawler Central station (~3 km away) offers regular Adelaide Metro rail services; car needed to reach the station

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Buchfelde has no local shops; Gawler's town centre services are a short drive away, and a car is needed for daily errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
193
▲ 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 Buchfelde known for? +

Buchfelde is known for its German settler heritage — the area was settled in 1848 by brothers Richard and Otto von Schomburgk and named after Leopold von Buch, their financial benefactor who helped them flee Germany. Today it is a quiet locality on Gawler's northern fringe.

How far is Buchfelde from Adelaide? +

Buchfelde is approximately 45 kilometres north of Adelaide's CBD, within the outer northern growth corridor. It is a 40–70 minute drive depending on traffic, and around 50–60 minutes by train from nearby Gawler Central station.

Does Buchfelde have public transport? +

Buchfelde is close to Gawler's train stations — Gawler Central is approximately 3 kilometres away — which provide Adelaide Metro services on the Gawler Line to Adelaide CBD. Bus connections also serve the broader Gawler area.

What is the population of Buchfelde? +

At the 2021 Census, Buchfelde had a population of 193 people across approximately 70 dwellings, as part of the broader Gawler residential area that continues to see growth.

Is Buchfelde a good place to live? +

Buchfelde suits those looking for a semi-rural lifestyle on Adelaide's outer northern fringe, with access to Gawler's town centre amenities and a manageable commute to Adelaide via the Gawler train line.

What is the postcode for Buchfelde? +

Buchfelde's postcode is 5118, shared with Gawler and surrounding localities including Concordia, Hewett, Willaston, and Gawler East.