Coober Pedy, SA 5295
A small-town pace, well outside South Australia's capital and all the better for it.
- Small-town feel
- $163/wk Median
- 32.8% Renters
Coober Pedy Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 1.6k
- Median age
- 50
- Median weekly rent
- $163
- To the CBD
- 751km
- Walkability
- 1
- Schools within 3 km
- 3
ABS 2021 Census
Coober Pedy Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Parks & Green Space
Generous public green space gives the area a breathing-room feel that's rare this close to the essentials — good for dog walks, picnics and weekend sport.
Heritage
A number of well-preserved period homes and public buildings anchor the area's identity.
Fitness & Outdoors
An active local culture shows up early — running groups, outdoor bootcamps and a steady stream of cyclists on the main roads at sunrise.
Signature Spotlight
Community & Space
Coober Pedy is a regional South Australia community of 1,566 residents, with 32.8% renting rather than owning and a median weekly rent of $163 — noticeably kinder to the budget than South Australia's capital. It's the kind of small and quiet town where space and a slower pace are the trade-off for a longer drive to the bigger centres.
Around Coober Pedy
Coober Pedy Showgrounds
Open green space that doubles as the suburb's unofficial social centre on weekends.
Coober Pedy Showgrounds
A community focal point — local events, markets and the kind of gathering spot every regional suburb has.
Available Rental Properties in Coober Pedy
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Coober Pedy
Real questions renters ask before moving to Coober Pedy.
How far is Coober Pedy from South Australia's capital?
Coober Pedy is approximately 751km from South Australia's capital city. Public transport links are workable if not fast — allow extra time during peak periods.
Is Coober Pedy walkable?
Coober Pedy carries a walkability score of 1.0/10 — most trips outside the immediate street rely on a car or public transport.
Is Coober Pedy a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Coober Pedy has a 32.8% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a solid minority share of residents rent rather than own. The suburb has a reasonable spread of rental stock across unit and house types.
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