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Wattle Flat

SA 5203 • South Australia

149
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
21.45 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHinterlandFleurieu PeninsulaQuietSemi-Rural

About Wattle Flat

Wattle Flat is a small rural locality on the Fleurieu Peninsula in South Australia, falling within the District Council of Yankalilla. Situated in the hilly hinterland inland from the Yankalilla Bay coastline, the area is characterised by rolling farmland, native bushland, and a quiet rural atmosphere typical of the southern Fleurieu. The locality had a population of 149 at the 2021 Census and covers approximately 21 square kilometres of semi-rural land.

The surrounding Fleurieu Peninsula is one of South Australia's most popular coastal and agricultural regions, with the township of Yankalilla about 10 kilometres to the south-west providing local services including a supermarket, school, and community facilities. The nearby coast offers beaches such as Carrickalinga and Normanville, and the Myponga Reservoir conservation park attracts walkers and cyclists. Wattle Flat suits those who value rural seclusion on the Fleurieu, within easy reach of both the coast and Adelaide — about 70 kilometres to the north.

Wattle Flat falls under postcode 5203 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Mawson electorate.

📍 Location

State
South Australia
Postcode
5203
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Mayo
State Electorate
Mawson
Type
Locality
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-35.45°, 138.39°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
21.45 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional services via Yankalilla — Adelaide CBD (via Noarlunga Centre) Approx 1.5 hrs

Commute to Adelaide CBD

Distance
70 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
55 min – 1 hr 20 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
50 min – 1 hr

🛣️ Main Rd south via Yankalilla to Victor Harbor Rd or Main South Rd; car strongly recommended

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Wattle Flat is a dispersed rural locality with no local commercial centre; all errands require travel by car to Yankalilla or further afield

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 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 Wattle Flat known for? +

Wattle Flat is a quiet rural locality on the Fleurieu Peninsula's hinterland, known for its rolling farmland and proximity to the Yankalilla area and southern Fleurieu coastal townships such as Carrickalinga and Normanville.

How far is Wattle Flat from Adelaide? +

Wattle Flat is approximately 70 kilometres south of Adelaide CBD, making it roughly a 50-minute to 1-hour-20-minute drive depending on traffic and the route taken.

Does Wattle Flat have public transport? +

There is no rail service in this part of the Fleurieu Peninsula. Limited regional bus services operate through Yankalilla, but a car is essential for living in Wattle Flat.

What is the population of Wattle Flat? +

According to the 2021 Census, Wattle Flat has a population of 149 residents across approximately 21 square kilometres of rural land on the Fleurieu Peninsula.

Is Wattle Flat a good place to live? +

Wattle Flat suits those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle on the Fleurieu Peninsula, within reach of the southern coast's beaches and the services of Yankalilla, while still being drivable to Adelaide for a day trip.

What is the postcode for Wattle Flat? +

The postcode for Wattle Flat, South Australia is 5203.