Kalka at a glance
Walk score
0
Very car dependent
Population
112
Median age 26
The brief
What to know about Kalka.
The postcode for Kalka is 0872 (SA).
Kalka (0872) sits in the Laverton region of South Australia.
Kalka has roughly 112 residents, with a young, transient demographic. Households are dominated by renters. Daily life is car-dependent: most residents drive to work, school and the shops.
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What it’s like to live here.
Kalka scores 0/100 on walkability, which makes it car-dependent with limited public transport. Plan for two cars in a typical household, especially if work isn't local.
Who lives here
Demographics.
The 2021 Census put Kalka's population at 112, with a median age of 26. That sits as a young, transient demographic. The household mix skews family-dominated (82% family households, 0% lone person), so amenity decisions tend to follow what families want: parks, schools, supermarkets.
Population
112
Median age
26
Family households
82%
Lone person
–
Demographics data as of May 2026· ABS 2021 Census
Market
The price of a home here.
Median house price
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Rental and ownership
Weekly rent (house)
$75/wk
Weekly rent (unit)
$100/wk
Owner occupied
–
Renter occupied
88%
At a deeper level
112
Median age: 26
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Safety
Crime and safety.
13
total offences in 2025-26
Top offence categories
Crime statistics are reported at LGA level and may cover a broader area than this suburb.
Source: State Police Open Data
Crime data as of June 2026· State Police Open Data
Getting around
Walkability.
0
0
0
Scores calculated from OpenStreetMap data (ODbL)
Walkability data as of May 2026· OpenStreetMap
Place
Location.
Amenities
Transport
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Education
Schools in Kalka.
Local schools for Kalka
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Government School Catchment
Pipalyatjara Anangu School
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Frequently asked
About Kalka.
- What is the Kalka postcode?
- Kalka is in the 0872 postcode, in SA, in the Laverton region.
- Where is Kalka?
- Kalka is a regional suburb in SA, postcode 0872, in the Laverton region.
- What is the average rent in Kalka?
- The median weekly rent for houses is $75, for units it's $100.
- What schools are in Kalka?
- There are 1 schools serving Kalka on this page, including Pipalyatjara Anangu School.
- How walkable is Kalka?
- Kalka has a Walk Score of 0 out of 100, highly car-dependent. transit score 0, bike score 0.
- What suburbs are near Kalka?
- Kalka is close to Pipalyatjara.
- What is the population of Kalka?
- The population of Kalka is approximately 112 (2021 Census). The median age is 26.
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Sources cited
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