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Sampson Flat

SA 5114 • South Australia

147
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
16.68 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
Semi-RuralBushlandRuralQuiet

About Sampson Flat

Sampson Flat is a semi-rural locality situated in the City of Playford local government area, approximately 35 kilometres north-east of Adelaide on the outer fringe of the Adelaide metropolitan region. Covering around 17 square kilometres, the area is characterised by a mix of open pasture, scattered native trees, and denser scrub on its higher eastern slopes, with the Little Para Reservoir catchment draining through its western reaches. With a 2021 Census population of 147, Sampson Flat is a sparsely settled, predominantly semi-rural community that offers a bushland setting within reach of Adelaide's northern suburbs.

Sampson Flat gained national attention in January 2015 when a significant bushfire swept through the area, highlighting the fire risk that comes with its native vegetation and dry summers. The locality is accessed via Sampson Vale Road and is close to the growing outer-northern suburbs of Angle Vale and Buckland Park. Residents typically travel to nearby Elizabeth or Munno Para for shopping, medical services, and schools, while the bushland setting and rural-residential lifestyle attract those seeking space and quiet on Adelaide's expanding northern fringe.

Sampson Flat falls under postcode 5114 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Taylor electorate.

📍 Location

State
South Australia
Postcode
5114
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Spence
State Electorate
Taylor
Type
Locality
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-34.72°, 138.75°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
16.68 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Munno Para Station
12 km
Not walkable

Bus Services

  • Limited Adelaide Metro bus services — Elizabeth City Centre / Munno Para Approx. 20–30 min to Elizabeth

Commute to Adelaide CBD

Distance
35 km
By Train
No direct service; drive to Munno Para Station (~12 km) then approx. 45 min to Adelaide City
By Car (Peak)
45–65 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
35–45 min

🛣️ Accessible via Curtis Road and Main North Road; a car is essential for most trips

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Sampson Flat is a bushland locality with no commercial services; all errands require a car or trip to nearby suburban centres

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
147
▲ 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 Sampson Flat known for? +

Sampson Flat is known for its semi-rural bushland character on Adelaide's northern fringe, and gained wider national attention in January 2015 when a large bushfire burned through the area. The locality features open pasture, native scrub, and is close to the Little Para Reservoir catchment.

How far is Sampson Flat from Adelaide? +

Sampson Flat is approximately 35 kilometres north-east of the Adelaide CBD, making it around a 35 to 65 minute drive depending on traffic via Main North Road or the Northern Expressway.

Does Sampson Flat have public transport? +

Public transport options in Sampson Flat are very limited. There is no rail station in the locality; the nearest train station is at Munno Para on the Gawler Central Line, approximately 12 kilometres away. A car is essential for most residents.

What is the population of Sampson Flat? +

According to the 2021 Census, Sampson Flat has a population of 147 residents across approximately 17 square kilometres of semi-rural land within the City of Playford.

Is Sampson Flat a good place to live? +

Sampson Flat appeals to those seeking a rural-residential lifestyle with bushland surroundings on Adelaide's outer northern fringe. It suits people who are comfortable driving to nearby centres for services, and who value space, privacy, and a semi-rural setting over urban convenience.

What is the postcode for Sampson Flat? +

The postcode for Sampson Flat, South Australia is 5114.