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Emu Flat

SA 5453 • South Australia

106
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
10.17 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralQuietAffordableSemi-Rural

About Emu Flat

Emu Flat is a small rural locality in the heart of South Australia's Clare Valley wine region, approximately 130 kilometres north of Adelaide within the Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council area. With a population of just 106 residents at the 2021 Census, it covers 10.2 square kilometres of gently undulating countryside. The locality has a long history dating back to 19th-century copper mining by the Royal Mining Company and the Burra Company, and has since become part of one of Australia's premier wine-producing regions.

The Clare Valley is renowned for its world-class Riesling and Shiraz wines, and Emu Flat is home to local producers including Bourke & Travers winery on Diagonal Road. Residents enjoy easy access to the nearby town of Clare for shops, services, and the popular Riesling Trail cycling and walking path that winds through the valley. The area attracts those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle amid vineyards and rolling farmland, with Adelaide reachable in under two hours by car.

Emu Flat falls under postcode 5453 and is governed by Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Narungga electorate.

📍 Location

State
South Australia
Postcode
5453
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Clare and Gilbert Valleys
Federal Electorate
Grey
State Electorate
Narungga
Type
Locality
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-33.80°, 138.58°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
10.17 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional services — Clare township 5-10 min

Commute to Adelaide CBD

Distance
130 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 40 min - 2 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 30 min - 1 hr 45 min

🛣️ Via Main North Road or Barrier Highway; Clare township 5 min drive

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No shops or services within the locality; a car is essential for all errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
106
▲ 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 Emu Flat known for? +

Emu Flat is known for its location in the heart of the Clare Valley wine region, one of Australia's premier areas for Riesling and Shiraz. The locality also has a historical connection to 19th-century copper mining by the Royal Mining Company and the Burra Company.

How far is Emu Flat from Adelaide? +

Emu Flat is approximately 130 kilometres north of Adelaide, which is roughly a 1 hour 40 minute drive via Main North Road. The nearby town of Clare is just a 5-minute drive away.

Does Emu Flat have public transport? +

Emu Flat has very limited public transport. There is no rail service to the Clare Valley, and bus services are infrequent. A car is essential for getting around the area.

What is the population of Emu Flat? +

According to the 2021 Census, Emu Flat has a population of 106 residents spread across 10.2 square kilometres, making it a small and sparsely settled rural locality.

Is Emu Flat a good place to live? +

Emu Flat offers a peaceful rural lifestyle surrounded by vineyards and rolling countryside in the renowned Clare Valley. It suits those who enjoy wine country living, outdoor recreation on the Riesling Trail, and a quiet community atmosphere, with the town of Clare nearby for everyday needs.

What is the postcode for Emu Flat? +

The postcode for Emu Flat, South Australia is 5453. It shares this postcode with the nearby town of Clare and surrounding localities.