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Kuitpo

SA 5172 • South Australia

198
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
50.60 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralBushlandPeacefulSemi-RuralHeritage

About Kuitpo

Kuitpo is a rural locality in the southern Mount Lofty Ranges of South Australia, situated within the Alexandrina Council area approximately 45 kilometres south of Adelaide. Covering just over 50 square kilometres at the edge of the Adelaide Hills, the locality had a population of 198 at the 2021 Census. The area is best known for the Kuitpo Forest — a major radiata pine plantation established in 1898 as one of South Australia's earliest and most significant forestry reserves.

The Kuitpo Forest dominates much of the locality and is managed by ForestrySA as part of the Mount Lofty Ranges forest estate, offering walking, cycling, and horse riding trails popular with Adelaide day-trippers and outdoor enthusiasts. The nearby township of Meadows provides a small general store and community facilities, while the broader Fleurieu Peninsula region offers wineries, rural produce, and coastal destinations. Kuitpo appeals to those seeking a deeply rural lifestyle surrounded by tall pine forest, fresh air, and the quiet serenity of the southern Adelaide Hills.

Kuitpo falls under postcode 5172 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Mawson electorate.

📍 Location

State
South Australia
Postcode
5172
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Mayo
State Electorate
Mawson
Type
Locality
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-35.29°, 138.56°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
50.60 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — Meadows / Kangaroo Island Road Car essential

Commute to Adelaide CBD

Distance
45 km
By Train
No direct train service; nearest station at Seaford requires a 40 km drive first
By Car (Peak)
50min–1h 10min
By Car (Off-Peak)
45min–55min

🛣️ Car essential; main access via Kuitpo-Sandergrove Road and Mount Barker Road

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is essential for all daily needs; no local shops or footpaths within the locality

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
198
▲ 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 Kuitpo known for? +

Kuitpo is best known for the Kuitpo Forest — one of South Australia's oldest softwood plantations, established in 1898, offering popular walking, mountain biking, and horse riding trails through tall radiata pine.

How far is Kuitpo from Adelaide CBD? +

Kuitpo is approximately 45 kilometres south of Adelaide CBD, typically a 50 minute to 1 hour 10 minute drive depending on traffic and route.

Does Kuitpo have public transport? +

There is no public transport serving Kuitpo. The nearest train station is at Seaford, approximately 40 kilometres north on the Noarlunga–Seaford Line. A car is essential for all travel.

What is the population of Kuitpo? +

According to the 2021 Census, Kuitpo has a population of approximately 198 people, reflecting its character as a small, predominantly rural and forestry locality.

Is Kuitpo a good place to live? +

Kuitpo suits those who value a deeply rural lifestyle surrounded by forest and nature, within a manageable distance of Adelaide. It is ideal for outdoor enthusiasts, horse owners, and those seeking tranquillity in the southern Adelaide Hills.

What is the postcode for Kuitpo? +

The postcode for Kuitpo is 5172, shared with nearby localities including Meadows and Currency Creek in the Alexandrina Council area.