Glenelg North, South Australia facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Glenelg North Adelaide, South Australia
Holdfast Marina, Glenelg North
Glenelg North Location in South Australia
Postcode(s)	5045
Location	9 km (6 mi) from Adelaide
LGA(s)	City of West Torrens City of Holdfast Bay
State electorate(s)	Morphett
Federal Division(s)	Boothby Hindmarsh
Suburbs around Glenelg North: West Beach Adelaide Airport Adelaide Airport Novar Gardens Gulf St Vincent Glenelg North Novar Gardens Glenelg Glenelg East Glenelg East
Footnotes	Adjoining suburbs

Glenelg North is a cool seaside suburb in Adelaide, South Australia. It's located right by the ocean. This area is part of two local councils: the City of Holdfast Bay and the City of West Torrens. It's a great place to live with beaches, parks, and fun attractions nearby!

Who Lives Here?

In 2011, about 5,700 people called Glenelg North home. Most of the people living here were born in Australia. A smaller number came from England. The area has a mix of ages, but many residents are adults over 25.

Community Life

You can read local news about Glenelg North in the Guardian Messenger newspaper. Other bigger newspapers like The Advertiser are also available.

Schools in the Area

Kids in Glenelg North go to St Leonards Primary School. It's a public school located on Jervois Street.

Fun Things to Do

Glenelg North has some interesting places to visit. You can find the Patawalonga boat haven here, which is a safe place for boats. There's also The Old Gum Tree, a very important historical spot.

Long ago, there was a copy of a ship called HMS Buffalo in Glenelg North. This was the ship that brought the first settlers to South Australia. The replica ship was even set up as a restaurant!

Shopping and Eating

If you love to shop or grab a bite to eat, the Jetty Road area is just a short walk away. It's full of shops and restaurants.

Parks and Green Spaces

You'll find many parks and green areas throughout Glenelg North. They are perfect for playing, walking, or just relaxing outdoors.

The Beach

Glenelg North Beach stretches along the coast of the suburb. It connects to the beach in the neighbouring suburb of West Beach. It's a great spot for swimming and enjoying the sand.

Getting Around

It's easy to travel to and from Glenelg North using main roads and public transport.

Main Roads

Two important roads help people get around:

• Anzac Highway: This road connects Adelaide city to Glenelg.
• Tapleys Hill Road: This road runs north and south, from Queenstown all the way to Glenelg.

Public Transport

You can also get around using buses. The Adelaide Metro runs bus routes that serve the suburb, making it simple to travel without a car.