SA · 5452

Watervale

Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Watervale, SA 5452.

Watervale, SA 5452

About Watervale

Welcome to Watervale

Watervale is a town on the Horrocks Highway in the Clare Valley, South Australia, approximately 9 kilometres north of Auburn and 15 kilometres south of Clare. Watervale is located on the lands of the Ngadjuri people who remain the area's traditional and continuing custodians. It is surrounded by a number of small wineries and several B&Bs. The Riesling Trail runs past the town to the west, between the highway and the Skilly Hills.

Who lives here

Demographics

ABS Census 2021 figures for Watervale, SA 5452.

Population

338

residents (2021)

Median age

43

years

Household income

$1,437

median, per week

Median rent

$275

per week

Median mortgage

$1,231

per month

Mortgage / income

20%

comfortable

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.

Education

Schools in Watervale

Government school catchment

Watervale Primary School

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Recent results

Recently sold in Watervale

$1.21m

18 Popes Hill Road

house8 bd · 6 ba · 12 car

Sold ~July 2026

$715k

8 Adelaide North Road

house3 bd · 5 car

Sold ~June 2026

$220k

Lot 104 West Road

land

Sold ~June 2026

Sold prices as published on the original listing; some may reflect the last advertised price. Dates are approximate.

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Common questions

Watervale suburb FAQ

Is Watervale a good place to live?

Watervale is a town on the Horrocks Highway in the Clare Valley, South Australia, approximately 9 kilometres north of Auburn and 15 kilometres south of Clare. Watervale is an established residential suburb in SA, with a population of around 338 and 1 school in the area.

What is the population of Watervale?

Watervale has a population of 338 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 43.

What schools are in Watervale?

There is 1 school in or near Watervale, including Watervale Primary School.

What suburbs are near Watervale?

Suburbs near Watervale include Leasingham and Penwortham.