Calca
SA 5671 • South Australia
About Calca
Calca is an extremely small rural locality on the Eyre Peninsula of South Australia, situated approximately 444 kilometres west of Adelaide and 30 kilometres southeast of Streaky Bay. Established as a locality in 2001, Calca had just 13 residents at the 2021 census and covers approximately 120 square kilometres of farming land in the District Council of Streaky Bay. The area is characterised by open agricultural landscape near the Calca Peninsula, with low annual rainfall of around 378 millimetres.
Calca is a deeply remote rural locality where residents lead a self-sufficient agricultural lifestyle, primarily engaged in cereal grain farming and pastoralism that typifies the Eyre Peninsula. The nearest town, Streaky Bay, provides essential services including a hospital, schools, supermarkets, and a picturesque harbour popular with holidaymakers for fishing and seafood. The broader Eyre Peninsula region is renowned for its pristine coastline, rugged outback scenery, and stunning seascapes that attract touring travellers.
Calca falls under postcode 5671 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Flinders electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Eyre Peninsula Coaches — Streaky Bay / Port Lincoln / Adelaide (limited service) 30 min to Streaky Bay; ~8 hr to Adelaide
Commute to Adelaide CBD
🛣️ Streaky Bay (30 km) is the nearest town with essential services; Port Lincoln (~340 km via highway) is the main regional hub
A private vehicle is the only practical means of transport. No public transport or local services are available within the locality.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Port Keny