Gawler East, Australia
South Australia · Australia
Gawler East is a small city in South Australia, Australia with a population of 5,291. Elevation: 354 ft (108 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Gawler East
Gawler East is a town north of Adelaide, South Australia in the Town of Gawler. It is on the rising ground of the Adelaide Hills east of the town of Gawler. Some parts of the suburb date from as early as the settlement of Gawler. Other parts including newer housing estates up to still being developed in the 2010s.
People
Climate
| Population | 5,291 |
| Population Density | 6 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 354 ft (108 m) |
| Coordinates | -34.5989°, 138.7632° |
| Timezone | Australia/Adelaide |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | South Australia |
| Average Temperature | 59°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 49°F (9°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 21.5 inches (545 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Gawler East
Gawler East is a small city in Australia (South Australia) with a population of 5,291. The city sits at an elevation of 354 feet (108 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 49°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 21.5 inches. The timezone is Australia/Adelaide.
Climate in Gawler East
Gawler East has an average annual temperature of 16.5°C (62°F). The hottest month is Jan (23.4°C), the coldest is Jul (10.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 477 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 58.9°F |
| 9% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 49°F (9°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 354 ft (108 m) |
| Area | 832.5 sq mi (2,156.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 6/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.5989°S, 138.7632°E |
| 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 | - | - | 83 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71°F (22°C) | 0.8 in | |
| February | 73°F (23°C) | 0.7 in | Warmest, Driest |
| March | 69°F (20°C) | 1.0 in | |
| April | 63°F (17°C) | 1.5 in | |
| May | 57°F (14°C) | 2.1 in | |
| June | 52°F (11°C) | 2.4 in | |
| July | 49°F (9°C) | 2.6 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| August | 52°F (11°C) | 2.4 in | |
| September | 55°F (13°C) | 2.4 in | |
| October | 60°F (15°C) | 2.0 in | |
| November | 65°F (18°C) | 1.2 in | |
| December | 70°F (21°C) | 0.9 in |
Gawler East has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 49°F in July to 73°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 20.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.6") and February the driest (0.7").
Schools in Gawler East
1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gawler East Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Gawler East
16 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Triple M Adelaide | 80s, rock | AAC+ 33 kbps | |
| ABC Radio Adelaide | news, talkback | AAC 94 kbps | |
| Fresh 92.7 (192kbps) | dance, electronic | MP3 192 kbps | |
| 5MBS 99.9FM | adelaide, blues | MP3 128 kbps | |
| ABC Triple J (SA) | abc, alternative | AAC+ 56 kbps | |
| Smooth FM Adelaide (AAC+ 320k) | commercial, easy listening | AAC+ 320 kbps | |
| 5MBS | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| ABC Classic FM (SA) | classical, news | AAC 238 kbps | |
| Radio Italiana 531 | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| 5MBS 99.9FM (AAC 64) | adelaide, blues | AAC 64 kbps | |
| Smooth FM Adelaide (MP3) | commercial, easy listening | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Tripple M Adelaide (128kbps) | 80's, rock | AAC 130 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 |
Museums in Gawler East
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adelaide Tramway Museum | ||||
| Barossa Museum | ||||
| Bowdens Cottage | ||||
| Classic Jet Fighter Museum | ||||
| Gawler Old Telegraph Museum-National Trust | ||||
| Greenock Aviation Museum | ||||
| Gumeracha & District History Centre Inc. | ||||
| National Military Vehicle Museum | ||||
| National Motor Museum | ||||
| National Motor Museum | ||||
| Old Highercombe Hotel And Folk Museum National Trust | ||||
| Roseworthy Agricultural Museum | ||||
| Salisbury Water Wheel Museum |
Libraries in Gawler East
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adelaide Plains Library - Two Wells | 0.0 | |||||
| City of Tea Tree Gully Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Eastick | 0.0 | |||||
| Gawler Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Gumeracha Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ingle Farm Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Len Beadell (Salisbury) Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lyndoch Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Mawson Lakes Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Playford Civic Centre Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Playford Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tanunda Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Gawler East
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Farm Fresh Market Parafield Airport |
Gas Stations in Gawler East
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Gawler East
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Gawler East
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barossa Valley Brewing | ||||
| Ministry of Beer | ||||
| Rehn Bier Brewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Gawler East
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Gawler East
25 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 |
| Balaklava Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Calvin Grove Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cherry Gardens Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Claremont Airbase | - | Small Airport |
| Gawler Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hoyleton Airbase | - | Small Airport |
| Huntfield Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Kapunda Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lochiel Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Lower Light Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lyndoch 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 Gawler East
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Salisbury Primary Health Care Services |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Australia
25 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Gawler East?
Gawler East has a population of 5,291 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 832.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Gawler East?
Gawler East enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 49°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 21.5 inches.
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