Hanson
SA 5417 • South Australia
About Hanson
Hanson is a small rural locality in South Australia's Mid North region, situated in the Regional Council of Goyder approximately 123 kilometres north of Adelaide, 29 kilometres north-east of Clare, and 13 kilometres south-west of Burra. The area sits within the Yorke and Mid North agricultural zone, characterised by rolling pastoral landscapes, scattered farming homesteads, and open rangeland. The 2021 Census recorded a population of approximately 23 people, reflecting its nature as a quiet rural address locality.
Hanson is surrounded by the productive mixed farming and grazing lands typical of the Goyder region, where cereal cropping and sheep farming have historically shaped the landscape. The nearby historic copper mining town of Burra, just 13 kilometres to the north-east, provides the closest range of services, shops, and visitor attractions, including the famous Burra Heritage Mines precinct. Clare, to the south-west, offers access to the renowned Clare Valley wine region and a fuller range of town amenities.
Hanson falls under postcode 5417 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Stuart electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Commute to Adelaide CBD
🛣️ Accessed via Main North Road (A32). Car is essential. Burra is the nearest service town.
Very small rural locality with no public transport or walkable services. Car required for all daily needs.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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South Terrace
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7 Bridge Terrace