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Balhannah, Australia
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Balhannah is a small town in South Australia, Australia with a population of 1,660. Elevation: 1,096 ft (334 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Balhannah
Balhannah is a town in the Adelaide Hills about 30Â km southeast of Adelaide, the capital of South Australia. It was established in 1839 as a farming community by James Turnbull Thomson, who built the first hotel. The town soon grew to incorporate two once adjoining towns: Gilleston and Blythetown, named for James Blythe, another Scottish settler.
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| Population | 1,660 |
| Population Density | 5 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,096 ft (334 m) |
| Coordinates | -34.9909°, 138.8257° |
| Timezone | Australia/Adelaide |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | South Australia |
| Average Temperature | 61°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 18.4 inches (466 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $28,493 |
| Median Age | 44.0 years |
About Balhannah
Balhannah is a small town in Australia (South Australia) with a population of 1,660. The city sits at an elevation of 1,096 feet (334 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 53°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 18.4 inches. The timezone is Australia/Adelaide.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Balhannah vs Australia Average
Income: Balhannah vs Australia
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Income
| Median HH Income | $28,493 |
| 62% below Australia avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $28,493 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $548 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.3% |
| 36% below Australia avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 158 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $188,800 |
| 33% below Australia avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $944 |
| 19% below Australia avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 85.9% |
| Owner-Occupied | 85.9% |
| Renter-Occupied | 14.1% |
| Housing Units | 664 |
Property Tax
Climate in Balhannah
Balhannah has an average annual temperature of 14.7°C (58°F). The hottest month is Jan (20.2°C), the coldest is Jul (9.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 734 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 61.2°F |
| 13% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| Sunny Days | 309 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,096 ft (334 m) |
| Area | 309.8 sq mi (802.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 5/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -34.9909°N, 138.8257°W |
| Timezone | Australia/Adelaide |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1902 | KANGAROO ISLAND | Earthquake | - | - | 75 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 70°F (21°C) | 1.2 in | Warmest |
| February | 68°F (20°C) | 0.9 in | Driest |
| March | 64°F (18°C) | 1.5 in | |
| April | 59°F (15°C) | 2.7 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 3.9 in | |
| June | 49°F (10°C) | 4.7 in | |
| July | 53°F (12°C) | 5.6 in | Wettest |
| August | 49°F (10°C) | 5.1 in | Coldest |
| September | 52°F (11°C) | 4.3 in | |
| October | 56°F (13°C) | 3.0 in | |
| November | 60°F (16°C) | 1.7 in | |
| December | 64°F (18°C) | 1.6 in |
Balhannah has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 49°F in August to 70°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 36.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.6") and February the driest (0.9").
Radio Stations near Balhannah
17 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Triple M Adelaide | 80s, rock | AAC+ 33 kbps | |
| ABC Radio Adelaide | news, talkback | AAC 94 kbps | |
| 5MBS 99.9FM | adelaide, blues | MP3 128 kbps | |
| ABC Triple J (SA) | abc, alternative | AAC+ 56 kbps | |
| Fresh 92.7 (192kbps) | dance, electronic | MP3 192 kbps | |
| ABC Classic FM (SA) | classical, news | AAC 238 kbps | |
| 5MBS | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Smooth FM Adelaide (AAC+ 320k) | commercial, easy listening | AAC+ 320 kbps | |
| Radio Italiana 531 | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Tripple M Adelaide (128kbps) | 80's, rock | AAC 130 kbps | |
| Lofty 88.9 | - | AAC 24 kbps | |
| Smooth FM Adelaide (MP3) | commercial, easy listening | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Smooth FM Adelaide (AAC+ 128k) | commercial, easy listening | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| WOW FM 100.5 | - | AAC 64 kbps | |
| Smooth FM Adelaide (AAC+ 48k) | commercial, easy listening | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| 5EBI 103.1 FM | mix | AAC 192 kbps | |
| 5MBS 99.9FM (AAC 64) | adelaide, blues | AAC 64 kbps |
Museums in Balhannah
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arcade Museum | ||||
| Australian Heritage Services | ||||
| Ayers House - National Trust | ||||
| Beaumont House - National Trust | ||||
| Carrick Hill | ||||
| Classic Jet Fighter Museum | ||||
| Gamble Cottage-National Trust | ||||
| Gumeracha & District History Centre Inc. | ||||
| Lobethal Archives & Historical Museum | ||||
| Migration Museum South Australia | ||||
| MOD. | ||||
| Museum of Economic Botany | ||||
| Nairne Museum | ||||
| National Motor Museum | ||||
| National Motor Museum | ||||
| Old Highercombe Hotel And Folk Museum National Trust | ||||
| R. M. Williams Outback Heritage Museum | ||||
| RA&HS Museum & Archives | ||||
| Salisbury Water Wheel Museum | ||||
| South Australian Museum | ||||
| Stangate House and Garden - National Trust | ||||
| Tandanya Aboriginal Cultural Centre | ||||
| Uniting Church in Australia History Centre | ||||
| Unley Museum | ||||
| Winns Bakehouse - National Trust | ||||
| Winns Bakehouse Museum |
Libraries in Balhannah
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barr Smith Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Blackwood Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Burnside Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Burnside Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Campbelltown Library | 0.0 | |||||
| City Library | 0.0 | |||||
| City Library | 0.0 | |||||
| City of Tea Tree Gully Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Coventry Memorial Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Enfield Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Enfield Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Goodwood Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Greenacres Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Gumeracha Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hutt Street Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hutt Street Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ingle Farm Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Jeffrey Smart Building | 0.0 | |||||
| Kensignton and Norwood Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kensignton and Norwood Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Len Beadell (Salisbury) Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Mawson Lakes Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Mitcham Memorial Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Mount Barker Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| North Adelaide Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Paradise Primary School Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Prospect Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Schrader Libraray | 0.0 | |||||
| Schrader Libraray | 0.0 | |||||
| State Library of South Australia | 0.0 | |||||
| Unley Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Unley Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Walkerville Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Walkerville Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Woodside Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Balhannah
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adelaide Central Markets | |||||
| Adelaide Farmers’ Market | |||||
| Adelaide Farmers’ Market | |||||
| Farm Fresh Market Parafield Airport |
Restaurants in Balhannah
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Balhannah
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Balhannah
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Balhannah
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Balhannah
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Balhannah
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Balhannah
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crafty Robot Brewing | ||||
| Crafty Robot Brewing | ||||
| Gulf Brewery | ||||
| Left Barrel Brewery | ||||
| Lobethal Bierhaus | ||||
| Penny Red Brewery.. |
Stadiums & Teams in Balhannah
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Balhannah
26 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Adelaide International Airport | ADL | Large Airport |
| RAAF Base Edinburgh | - | Medium Airport |
| Adelaide Parafield Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Aldinga Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Aldinga private airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Calvin Grove Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cherry Gardens Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Claremont Airbase | - | Small Airport |
| Gawler Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Goolwa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hindmarsh International Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hindmarsh Island private strip | - | Small Airport |
| Huntfield Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Kapunda Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lower Light Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lyndoch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Meningie Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Murray Bridge Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Rollo's Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Rowland Flat Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Sedan Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Steinfeld Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Stonefield Gliding | - | Small Airport |
| Strathalbyn Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Truro Flat Airpark | - | Small Airport |
| Woodside Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Balhannah
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Salisbury Primary Health Care Services |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Balhannah
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| St. Thomas' Anglican Church |
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What is the population of Balhannah?
Balhannah has a population of 1,660 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 309.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Balhannah expensive to live in?
The median household income is $28,493, 62% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $188,800 (33% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $944 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Balhannah?
Balhannah enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 53°F in July. The area receives 309 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.4 inches.
How is the job market in Balhannah?
The job market in Balhannah is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.3% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $548. There are 158 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Balhannah?
The median home value in Balhannah is $188,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $944. The homeownership rate is 85.9%.