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Coonamia

SA 5540 • South Australia

96
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
3.62 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordable

About Coonamia

Coonamia is a small, lightly populated rural locality in the Mid North region of South Australia, situated on the plains between Port Pirie and the foothills of the Southern Flinders Ranges. Located approximately 3 kilometres southeast of Port Pirie's town centre, Coonamia sits within the Port Pirie City and Districts council area and had a population of around 96 people at the 2021 Census. The locality is characterised by flat agricultural land, scrubland, and low-density residential properties on the fringe of Port Pirie's urban area. Its setting between the Spencer Gulf coast and the Flinders Ranges gives the area a distinctive South Australian mid-north character.

Residents of Coonamia benefit from immediate proximity to Port Pirie, one of South Australia's major regional cities, which provides comprehensive services including schools, hospitals, retail centres, and industrial employment. Port Pirie is home to one of the world's largest lead smelters, operated by Nyrstar, giving the broader region a strong industrial heritage. The lifestyle in Coonamia is quiet and semi-rural, appealing to those seeking space and affordability on the edge of a regional city. The area's proximity to Port Pirie's foreshore, markets, and transport connections adds to its appeal for small-town living.

Coonamia falls under postcode 5540 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Stuart electorate.

📍 Location

State
South Australia
Postcode
5540
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Grey
State Electorate
Stuart
Type
Locality
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-33.21°, 138.08°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
3.62 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Port Pirie Station
3.5 km
Drive required

Bus Services

  • Port Pirie local bus services — Port Pirie CBD 10 min

Commute to Adelaide CBD

Distance
225 km
By Train
Approx 2.5-3 hr by regional rail from Port Pirie to Adelaide
By Car (Peak)
2.5 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr

🛣️ Port Pirie has regional rail connection to Adelaide; Coonamia residents drive to Port Pirie for access

Walkability Car-Dependent

Edge-of-town locality; car needed for most services, though Port Pirie centre is close by

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
96
▲ 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

Where is Coonamia SA located? +

Coonamia is a rural locality approximately 3 kilometres southeast of Port Pirie in the Mid North region of South Australia, on the plains between the Spencer Gulf coast and the Southern Flinders Ranges.

What LGA is Coonamia in? +

Coonamia is in the Port Pirie City and Districts council local government area.

How far is Coonamia from Adelaide? +

Coonamia is approximately 225 km from Adelaide, about a 2 to 2.5-hour drive via Port Wakefield Road.

Is there a train from Coonamia to Adelaide? +

Coonamia itself has no station, but Port Pirie, just 3 km away, has regional rail services connecting to Adelaide, with a journey time of approximately 2.5 to 3 hours.