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Willunga Hill

SA 5172 • South Australia

150
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
15.06 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHinterlandWine CountryPeacefulSemi-Rural

About Willunga Hill

Willunga Hill is a small rural locality in the City of Onkaparinga, South Australia, nestled in the foothills at the southern edge of the McLaren Vale wine region approximately 47 kilometres south of the Adelaide CBD. The locality covers 15.1 square kilometres and lies adjacent to the historic township of Willunga, situated in the rolling hills of the southern Mount Lofty Ranges. With a 2021 Census population of 150 residents and a median income of around 2,000, Willunga Hill offers an elevated rural lifestyle within South Australia's celebrated wine and olive growing country.

Residents of Willunga Hill enjoy a peaceful semi-rural lifestyle surrounded by vineyards, olive groves, and native bushland, within easy reach of the vibrant McLaren Vale township and its celebrated cellar doors and restaurants. The historic Willunga township, just a short drive away, offers a popular farmers market, local cafes, and primary schooling. The Fleurieu Peninsula's beaches at Aldinga and Sellicks are approximately 12 kilometres away, and the locality appeals particularly to those seeking a tree-change lifestyle with reasonable commuting distance to Adelaide.

Willunga Hill falls under postcode 5172 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Mawson electorate.

📍 Location

State
South Australia
Postcode
5172
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Mayo
State Electorate
Mawson
Type
Locality
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-35.29°, 138.56°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
15.06 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Adelaide Metro Route 840/841 — Adelaide CBD (City) Approx 60-75 min to Adelaide

Commute to Adelaide CBD

Distance
47 km
By Train
No direct train; bus to Noarlunga Centre then train approximately 60-75 min total
By Car (Peak)
Approx 50-70 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx 40-55 min

🛣️ Main Willunga Road and Victor Harbor Road provide access north to the Southern Expressway into Adelaide

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is essential; Willunga township is nearby for basics, McLaren Vale for dining and wine, and Adelaide for major services

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
150
▲ 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 Willunga Hill known for? +

Willunga Hill is known for its scenic elevated setting at the edge of the McLaren Vale wine region, surrounded by vineyards, olive groves, and native bushland in South Australia's Fleurieu Peninsula.

How far is Willunga Hill from Adelaide? +

Willunga Hill is approximately 47 kilometres south of the Adelaide CBD, making it a 50 to 70 minute drive via the Southern Expressway and Main Willunga Road.

Does Willunga Hill have public transport? +

Adelaide Metro buses serve the wider Willunga area, connecting to Adelaide via the Southern Expressway corridor, though services are limited. There is no rail service; a car is the most practical way to access the locality.

What is the population of Willunga Hill? +

According to the 2021 Census, Willunga Hill has a population of approximately 150 residents. It is a small, tightly-knit rural locality adjoining the more established township of Willunga in the City of Onkaparinga.

Is Willunga Hill a good place to live? +

Willunga Hill suits those seeking a peaceful semi-rural lifestyle in beautiful surroundings, with the McLaren Vale wine region on the doorstep, beaches within 15 minutes, and Adelaide reachable within the hour. It is ideal for a tree-change lifestyle.

What is the postcode for Willunga Hill? +

The postcode for Willunga Hill is 5172, shared with the township of Willunga and other nearby localities including Willunga South and Aldinga.