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Peake

SA 5301 • South Australia

104
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
270.74 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHistoricRemoteAgriculturalQuiet

About Peake

Peake is a historic rural township in South Australia’s Murray Mallee region, situated along the Mallee Highway (B12) approximately 150 kilometres east of Adelaide. Within the Southern Mallee District Council area, the locality spans a vast 271 square kilometres of flat mallee scrubland and broadacre farmland. The 2021 Census recorded a population of 104, a decline from 117 in 2016, reflecting the ongoing challenges facing small inland agricultural communities.

Proclaimed as a township in 1907, Peake retains a number of heritage landmarks from its early settlement period, including Polly’s Well (1877), the former Post Office (1912), Station Master’s house (1912), and the Bakehouse and Church (1908), all accessible via a short heritage walk through the town. The Mallee Highway provides the main transport route, connecting Peake to Tailem Bend to the west and Lameroo to the east. There are no public transport services, and residents rely entirely on private vehicles for all travel needs.

Peake falls under postcode 5301 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Mackillop electorate.

📍 Location

State
South Australia
Postcode
5301
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Barker
State Electorate
Mackillop
Type
Locality
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-35.45°, 140.03°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
270.74 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — N/A N/A

Commute to Adelaide CBD

Distance
150 km
By Train
No direct train service; nearest station is Tailem Bend (approximately 70 km west)
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 50 min - 2 hr 15 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 40 min - 2 hr

🛣️ Main access via Mallee Highway (B12) to Tailem Bend, then South Eastern Freeway to Adelaide

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A very small township with no operating shops or services; all errands require driving to Lameroo or Tailem Bend

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
104
▲ 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 Peake known for? +

Peake is best known for its heritage walk featuring early settlement landmarks including Polly’s Well (1877), the Station Master’s house (1912), the former Post Office (1912), and the Bakehouse and Church (1908). The township was proclaimed in 1907 along the Mallee Highway.

How far is Peake from Adelaide? +

Peake is approximately 150 kilometres east of Adelaide along the Mallee Highway (B12), a drive of around 1 hour and 45 minutes to 2 hours depending on conditions.

Does Peake have public transport? +

Peake has no public transport services. The Mallee Highway is the main road connection, and a private vehicle is essential for all travel. The nearest larger towns with services are Lameroo and Tailem Bend.

What is the population of Peake? +

According to the 2021 Census, Peake has a population of 104, down from 117 in 2016. The locality spans over 270 square kilometres of broadacre farming country in the Murray Mallee.

Is Peake a good place to live? +

Peake suits those drawn to a quiet, remote farming lifestyle in the South Australian mallee. The township has historical character and a strong agricultural heritage, though residents need to travel to larger towns such as Lameroo or Tailem Bend for most services.

What is the postcode for Peake? +

The postcode for Peake, South Australia is 5301.