Springfield, South Australia — interactive Google street map, satellite and terrain views, Street View, live local weather conditions and 7-day forecasts, real-time local and world news, and an editorial description of Springfield, in the City Of Mitcham local government area.
| Locality | Springfield |
| State | South Australia (SA) |
| Local Government Area | City Of Mitcham |
| Country | Australia |
| Timezone | Australian Central Time (ACST/ACDT) |
| Remoteness | Major Cities of Australia |
| Latitude | -34.97882 |
| Longitude | 138.63205 |
| Population | 518 |
| Density | 545.3 /km² |
| Area | 0.9 km² |
| Elevation | 159 m |
| Postcode | 5062 |
| Area Code | 08 |
| Distance to Adelaide | 6 km south-southeast |
Springfield is a locality in the City Of Mitcham local government area of South Australia, Australia. It is a small community with a population of 518. The locality covers an area of 0.9 km², giving a population density of about 545.3 people per km². It sits at an elevation of around 159 m above sea level. It lies approximately 6 km south-southeast of Adelaide. Springfield is located at 34.9788°S, 138.6320°E. It observes Australian Central Time (ACST/ACDT). Postcode: 5062.
Springfield lies cradled by the undulating Adelaide Hills, a landscape where rolling paddocks, a patchwork of green and gold depending on the season, meet pockets of dense gum forest. It lies 6.6 km south-south-east of Adelaide, SA (from Adelaide, SA: bearing 154°T), and is situated 11.3 km south-south-east of Prospect. The air here carries a faint, sweet scent of damp earth and eucalyptus, especially after a spring shower, and the light at dusk often softens into a honeyed glow, slanting across the slopes and casting long, gentle shadows. Old stone walls, weathered by countless seasons, crisscross the hillsides, remnants of a time when the land was more fiercely worked, and the occasional, startled kookaburra’s laugh can echo through the quiet valleys. The character of Springfield is one of quiet resilience, a place that has seen its share of change but retains a grounded, unhurried feel, as if the land itself has imparted a sense of enduring patience to its inhabitants.
The history of Springfield is deeply entwined with the agricultural pursuits that once dominated this region, particularly viticulture and fruit orchards, legacies still visible in the mature trees and the occasional, lovingly maintained vineyard. While the broader economy of the City of Mitcham has diversified, Springfield retains a connection to its rural roots, with some smaller farms and hobby farms still dotting the landscape, contributing to the area’s distinctive charm. The local roads, often winding and narrow, reveal glimpses of this past, leading to homesteads that have stood for generations. Springfield’s distinctive character is also shaped by its proximity to larger urban centres, offering a tranquil retreat for those who appreciate the slower pace of country life while still being within easy reach of city amenities, a delicate balance that defines its present-day identity.
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This page provides an interactive Google map of Springfield, South Australia with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions with current observations and a 7-day forecast are powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while an editorially written description provides background on Springfield, in the City Of Mitcham local government area.
Detailed location data for Springfield includes the postcode (5062), telephone area code (08), and local government area (City Of Mitcham), with an ABS remoteness classification of Major Cities of Australia. These are among the most commonly searched location details for any Australian city, town or locality.
Location data is drawn from Geoscape Administrative Boundaries (GDA2020) and enriched with GeoNames and Australian Bureau of Statistics data, matched by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Springfield is identified even where the name is shared across multiple localities.
| Page generated | June 2026 |
| Location data | Geoscape Administrative Boundaries (GDA2020); enriched with GeoNames and ABS 2021 Census data, matched by coordinate proximity |
| Description | Editorial description generated with AI assistance from verified Geoscape, ABS and GeoNames location data. |