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Kybunga

SA 5453 • South Australia

69
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
103.36 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHistoricAgriculturalPeaceful

About Kybunga

Kybunga is a small rural locality in the Mid North of South Australia, situated on the plains to the west of the Clare Valley, approximately 140 kilometres north of Adelaide in the Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council area. The locality covers around 103.4 square kilometres and had a 2021 Census population of 69 residents, up from 59 in 2016, reflecting a modest recent growth. Kybunga sits at the fringe of one of South Australia's most productive agricultural regions, with the town of Clare approximately 15 kilometres to the east.

Kybunga has a long pioneer history, with the local school opening in 1881 and the former Methodist and Uniting Church, built in 1886, now converted to a private residence. The locality was once served by the Hamley Bridge–Gladstone railway line from 1876 until its closure in 1989, a history that shaped its early settlement patterns. Today, farming — predominantly cereal cropping and sheep grazing — defines the character of the area, and residents travel to Clare for schools, shopping, wine tourism, and services. Kybunga is suited to those who value quiet rural living within the broader Clare Valley wine region and Mid North landscape.

Kybunga falls under postcode 5453 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Narungga electorate.

📍 Location

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

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional coach services — Clare / Adelaide Approx. 2 hr to Adelaide

Commute to Adelaide CBD

Distance
140 km
By Train
No train service; former rail line closed 1989
By Car (Peak)
Approx. 1 hr 30 min - 1 hr 50 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx. 1 hr 25 min - 1 hr 40 min

🛣️ Car essential; access via Main North Road through Clare and Crystal Brook to Adelaide

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A quiet rural locality with no local commercial services; a car is essential for accessing Clare and regional amenities

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
69
▲ 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 Kybunga known for? +

Kybunga is known for its pioneer farming heritage and historic township features, including a school that opened in 1881 and a historic church from 1886. The locality sits on the agricultural plains west of the Clare Valley wine region and was once served by the Hamley Bridge–Gladstone railway.

How far is Kybunga from Adelaide? +

Kybunga is approximately 140 kilometres north of the Adelaide CBD, roughly a 1 hour 30 minute to 1 hour 50 minute drive via the Main North Road. The nearby town of Clare, about 15 kilometres to the east, is the main service centre for residents.

Does Kybunga have public transport? +

There is no passenger rail service to Kybunga; the former Hamley Bridge–Gladstone railway line that once served the locality closed in 1989. Some regional coach services connect Clare to Adelaide, but a private car is essential for Kybunga residents.

What is the population of Kybunga? +

According to the 2021 Census, Kybunga has a population of 69 residents, up from 59 in 2016 — a growth of approximately 17 per cent — across an area of approximately 103.4 square kilometres.

Is Kybunga a good place to live? +

Kybunga is well suited to those who value a quiet, rural lifestyle with a strong connection to the land and history. Residents are within easy reach of Clare's shops, schools, wineries, and services, and benefit from the scenic Mid North landscape of the Clare Valley region.

What is the postcode for Kybunga? +

The postcode for Kybunga, South Australia is 5453, which covers the Clare Valley area including Clare township and surrounding rural localities.