Paskeville

SA 5552 • South Australia

149
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
148.87 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalAffordableSemi-RuralQuiet

About Paskeville

Paskeville is a small rural locality on South Australia's Yorke Peninsula, situated approximately 20 kilometres east of Kadina along the Copper Coast Highway. The locality falls under the jurisdiction of the Copper Coast Council and the District Council of Barunga West, reflecting its position at the boundary of two local government areas. With a 2021 Census population of 149 residents spread across nearly 149 square kilometres of agricultural land, Paskeville has the character of a quiet farming community surrounded by paddocks and open horizon typical of mid-peninsula Yorke Peninsula.

The surrounding region is predominantly used for grain farming and grazing, with the locality connected to the broader Copper Coast area by the main highway linking Kadina and Adelaide. Kadina, about 20 minutes to the west, provides residents with supermarkets, medical services, schools, and the amenities of a regional service town. The nearby Copper Coast region draws visitors for its historic copper-mining heritage, coastal beaches, and the annual Kernewek Lowender Cornish festival. Paskeville suits those seeking a genuinely rural lifestyle with access to regional services, at a comfortable distance from the rest of the peninsula.

Paskeville falls under postcode 5552 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Narungga electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
5552
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Locality
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-34.06°, 137.86°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
148.87 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional coach services — Adelaide CBD (Central Bus Station) Approx 2.5 hrs via Kadina

Commute to Adelaide CBD

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

🛣️ Primary access via Copper Coast Highway; car essential for all daily errands

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Paskeville is a dispersed rural locality with no walkable commercial centre; a car is essential for all errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

No schools listed for this postcode.

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
149
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 Paskeville known for? +

Paskeville is known as a quiet rural farming locality on South Australia's Yorke Peninsula, set within the broader Copper Coast region famous for its historic copper-mining towns, Cornish heritage, and coastal beaches.

How far is Paskeville from Adelaide? +

Paskeville is approximately 155 kilometres from Adelaide CBD, roughly a 1.5 to 2 hour drive via the Copper Coast Highway and the Port Wakefield Road.

Does Paskeville have public transport? +

There is no rail service on Yorke Peninsula. Limited regional coach services connect Kadina (about 20 km west) to Adelaide, but a car is essential for getting around Paskeville and the surrounding district.

What is the population of Paskeville? +

According to the 2021 Census, Paskeville has a population of 149 residents, spread across a large locality of nearly 149 square kilometres of agricultural land.

Is Paskeville a good place to live? +

Paskeville appeals to those seeking a genuinely rural lifestyle on Yorke Peninsula, with wide open paddocks and a quiet farming community feel. Kadina provides the nearest services, and Adelaide is reachable for a day trip, making it suitable for people who value space and rural character over urban convenience.

What is the postcode for Paskeville? +

The postcode for Paskeville, South Australia is 5552.