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Ward Belt

SA 5118 • South Australia

158
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
36.44 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralSemi-RuralAgriculturalHistoric

About Ward Belt

Ward Belt is a rural locality situated approximately 7 kilometres west of Gawler in the Light Regional Council area of South Australia, roughly 40 kilometres north of Adelaide. Covering around 36 square kilometres, the locality is predominantly agricultural land used for grain, beef, and sheep farming. The area was formerly known as Ward's Belt and gained additional territory in 2011 when the Max Fatchen Expressway divided the neighbouring locality of Buchfelde, reassigning its northern section — including the Gawler Aerodrome — to Ward Belt.

Ward Belt retains a quiet, working rural character with historical connections to early South Australian settlement. The locality is home to a historic Primitive Methodist Chapel, a reminder of the region's pioneering past. Residents rely on Gawler for schools, supermarkets, medical services, and community facilities. The expressway has improved road access to the area, while Adelaide's northern suburbs remain within commuting distance via the Northern Expressway.

Ward Belt falls under postcode 5118 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Schubert electorate.

📍 Location

State
South Australia
Postcode
5118
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Spence
State Electorate
Schubert
Type
Locality
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-34.58°, 138.71°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
36.44 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Gawler Central
8 km
Car required

Bus Services

  • No direct bus service — Gawler (approx. 7 km east) Car required to reach Gawler services

Commute to Adelaide CBD

Distance
40 km
By Train
Drive to Gawler Central (~8 km), then ~60 min by train to Adelaide CBD
By Car (Peak)
45–65 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
35–45 min

🛣️ Northern Expressway and Gawler Bypass provide good road access; Gawler Aerodrome is located within Ward Belt

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is needed for all daily errands; Gawler's town centre with shops and services is approximately 7 km east

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
158
▲ 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 Ward Belt known for? +

Ward Belt is a quiet agricultural locality known for grain, beef, and sheep farming. It is home to the Gawler Aerodrome, which was reassigned to the locality when the Max Fatchen Expressway was completed in 2011. The area also has a historic Primitive Methodist Chapel reflecting its early settler heritage.

How far is Ward Belt from Adelaide? +

Ward Belt is approximately 40 kilometres north of the Adelaide CBD, typically a 35 to 50 minute drive via the Northern Expressway and Gawler Bypass.

Does Ward Belt have public transport? +

Ward Belt itself has no bus or rail services. The nearest train station is Gawler Central, approximately 8 km east, on the Adelaide Metro Gawler Line with regular services to Adelaide CBD.

What is the population of Ward Belt? +

According to the 2021 Census, Ward Belt has a population of approximately 158 residents. The locality's population grew slightly following the 2011 boundary changes that incorporated the northern part of Buchfelde.

Is Ward Belt a good place to live? +

Ward Belt offers a genuinely rural lifestyle within reasonable commuting distance of both Gawler and Adelaide. It suits those who want open farmland surroundings while still having access to Gawler's services and the Adelaide metro train line.

What is the postcode for Ward Belt? +

The postcode for Ward Belt is 5118, shared with the nearby town of Gawler.