Weeroona Island
SA 5495 • South Australia
About Weeroona Island
Weeroona Island is a small, distinctive locality in the Yorke Peninsula region of South Australia, located near the coastal town of Wallaroo on the shores of the Spencer Gulf. With a census population of around 106 people in 2021, it is one of South Australia's most tightly knit seaside communities. The locality sits at sea level and covers just 0.68 square kilometres, giving it an intimate island village character.
Life on Weeroona Island revolves around the water — fishing, boating, and relaxed coastal living are central to the community's identity. The locality primarily attracts owner-occupiers seeking a quiet lifestyle away from major urban centres, with high home-ownership rates of over 83%. Wallaroo and the broader Copper Coast are within easy driving distance, offering supermarkets, medical services, and the Wallaroo Marina precinct.
Weeroona Island falls under postcode 5495 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Stuart electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Yorke Peninsula Coaches — Wallaroo / Kadina / Adelaide Approx 2 hrs to Adelaide
Commute to Adelaide CBD
🛣️ A car is essential for most daily needs. Wallaroo town centre is approximately 5 km away.
Very small community; local walking is easy but all services require a short drive to Wallaroo.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Fifth Street