Yankalilla, SA 5672
Room to breathe, on South Australia's regional rental market.
- Country charm
- $270/wk Median
- 15.3% Renters
Yankalilla Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 6.5k
- Median age
- 56
- Median weekly rent
- $270
- To the CBD
- 65km
- Walkability
- 2.7
- Schools within 3 km
- 6
ABS 2021 Census
Yankalilla Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Shopping
A compact local shopping strip covers the day-to-day without needing the car — groceries, a pharmacy, a bakery, the basics done well.
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.
Dining
Renters consistently mention the food options here — casual and sit-down, enough variety that you're not eating the same three places on rotation.
Community
Community events through the year — school fetes, street parties, a local market — keep the social calendar busy.
Signature Spotlight
Regional Living
Yankalilla is a regional South Australia community of 6,498 residents, with 15.3% renting rather than owning and a median weekly rent of $270 — noticeably kinder to the budget than South Australia's capital. It's the kind of close-knit town where space and a slower pace are the trade-off for a longer drive to the bigger centres.
Around Yankalilla
Yankalilla Railway Precinct
Open green space that doubles as the suburb's unofficial social centre on weekends.
Yankalilla Showgrounds
A community focal point — local events, markets and the kind of gathering spot every regional suburb has.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Yankalilla
Real questions renters ask before moving to Yankalilla.
What's the community like in Yankalilla?
Locals describe Yankalilla as friendly and easy to settle into, with an active community calendar. Population sits at 6,498, giving the suburb a close-knit feel.
Is Yankalilla walkable?
Yankalilla carries a walkability score of 2.7/10 — most trips outside the immediate street rely on a car or public transport.
Is Yankalilla family-friendly for renters?
Yankalilla has around 6 school options within 3km, and families renting here tend to value the balance of space and access to schools. At $270/wk median, it's above the city average compared to the rest of Regional SA.
How far is Yankalilla from South Australia's capital?
Yankalilla is approximately 65km from South Australia's capital city. Public transport links are workable if not fast — allow extra time during peak periods.
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