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Furner

SA 5280 • South Australia

156
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
255.94 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalHistoricQuiet

About Furner

Furner is a small farming town and locality in South Australia's Limestone Coast region, situated approximately 27 kilometres north of Millicent within the Wattle Range Council area. With a population of 156 spread across nearly 256 square kilometres of productive agricultural land, the locality has a classic rural character shaped by generations of mixed farming. The town was proclaimed in 1886 and retains the quiet, unhurried atmosphere of a small South Australian pastoral community, with its median household income reflecting the modest but steady returns of a farming-based economy.

Agriculture is the heart of Furner, with the surrounding countryside given over to grain cropping, sheep grazing, and beef cattle production typical of south-eastern South Australia. The nearest substantial services — supermarkets, schools, a hospital, and commercial retailers — are found in Millicent, approximately 27 kilometres to the south and readily accessible via local roads. The broader Limestone Coast region offers appealing leisure options including the region's famous wine producers around Coonawarra and Mount Gambier, Canunda National Park, and several scenic coastal communities within an hour's drive.

Furner falls under postcode 5280 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Mount Gambier electorate.

📍 Location

State
South Australia
Postcode
5280
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Barker
State Electorate
Mount Gambier
Type
Locality
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-37.45°, 140.26°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
255.94 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional services — Millicent 25-30 min

Commute to Adelaide CBD

Distance
400 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
Approx. 4-4.5 hrs via Princes and Dukes Highways
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx. 4 hrs via Princes and Dukes Highways

🛣️ Car essential; Mount Gambier is the nearest regional city (approx. 60 km south-west)

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is essential for all daily needs; Millicent 27km south provides the nearest shops, schools, and services

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
156
▲ 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 Furner known for? +

Furner is known as a quiet, historic farming community in South Australia's Limestone Coast region, proclaimed in 1886 and sustained for over a century by grain cropping, sheep grazing, and cattle production.

How far is Furner from Adelaide? +

Furner is approximately 400 kilometres south-east of Adelaide, a drive of around 4 to 4.5 hours via the Princes and Dukes Highways. Millicent, the nearest service town, is just 27 kilometres to the south.

Does Furner have public transport? +

There is no rail service to Furner. Limited regional bus services operate between the area and Millicent, but a car is essential for everyday travel.

What is the population of Furner? +

According to the 2021 Census, Furner had a population of 156 people across its large locality of nearly 256 square kilometres of South Australian farmland.

Is Furner a good place to live? +

Furner suits those who value a deeply rural lifestyle in the Limestone Coast, with affordable land, a strong agricultural community, and proximity to Millicent's services and the region's natural attractions including Canunda National Park and Coonawarra wine country.

What is the postcode for Furner? +

The postcode for Furner is 5280.