Gawler East, South Australia facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Gawler East Adelaide, South Australia
Gawler East Location in Town of Gawler
Postcode(s)	5118
LGA(s)	Town of Gawler
State electorate(s)	Light
Federal Division(s)	Spence
Suburbs around Gawler East: Willaston Concordia Gawler Gawler East Kalbeeba Gawler South

Gawler East is a suburb located north of Adelaide, in South Australia. It is part of the Town of Gawler. This area sits on the rising ground of the Adelaide Hills, just east of the main town of Gawler.

Some parts of Gawler East are very old. They date back to when Gawler was first settled. Other areas are much newer. New houses are still being built there even in the 2010s.

What's in Gawler East?

Gawler East is home to several important places. It has both private and public primary schools. This means kids in the area have good options for their early education.

Healthcare and Support

The suburb also has the Gawler Hospital. This hospital provides medical care for people living in Gawler East and nearby areas. There is also a facility for aged care. This place helps look after older people who need support.

Getting Around Gawler East

Gawler East has important transport routes. The Barossa Valley railway line runs along its northern side. This railway helps connect the area to other places.

Main Roads and Future Plans

Two main roads go through Gawler East. These are the Barossa Valley Way, which locals call Lyndoch Road, and Calton Road. Both roads help people travel from the higher parts of Gawler East down to the town of Gawler.

There are also plans for a new road. This road would connect Gawler East to Evanston Park. It would help drivers avoid the busy Gawler town centre. The plan includes building a new bridge over the South Para River gorge.