Grange, South Australia facts for kids
Quick facts for kids GrangeAdelaide, South Australia |
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 Grange
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| Established | 1878 | ||||||||||||||
| Postcode(s) | 5022 | ||||||||||||||
| Area | 3.7 km2 (1.4 sq mi) | ||||||||||||||
| Time zone | ACST (UTC+9:30) | ||||||||||||||
| • Summer (DST) | ACST (UTC+10:30) | ||||||||||||||
| Location | 11 km (7 mi) W of Adelaide city centre | ||||||||||||||
| LGA(s) | City of Charles Sturt | ||||||||||||||
| State electorate(s) | Lee | ||||||||||||||
| Federal Division(s) | Hindmarsh | ||||||||||||||
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| Footnotes | Adjoining suburbs | ||||||||||||||
Grange is a lovely coastal suburb in Adelaide, South Australia. It's part of the City of Charles Sturt area. Grange is located about 11 kilometers (7 miles) west of the Adelaide city centre.
This suburb gets its name from a special cottage built by Captain Charles Sturt way back in 1840-41. That cottage is still standing today and is now a museum! Besides its history, Grange is famous for its beautiful beach, many parks, and the old Grange Hotel, which first opened in 1881.
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Geography of Grange
Grange is a suburb right next to Gulf St Vincent, which is part of the ocean. It's about 11 kilometers west of the Adelaide city centre. The land area of Grange is about 3.7 square kilometers (1.4 square miles).
Its borders are Fort Street, Military Road, Trimmer Parade, Sportsmans Drive, Brebner Drive, Frederick Road, and Grange Road.
History of Grange
Grange was originally called "The Grange." It's named after Captain Charles Sturt's cottage. This cottage was built on a large farm of about 500 acres.
In 1878, a company decided to divide Sturt's farm into smaller pieces. They wanted to create a fun beach resort here. The original cottage is still there and is now a museum.
In 1945, the name "Grange" was officially adopted for the area. Its boundaries were also set at that time. Later, in 1976 and 2009, some small changes were made to Grange's borders with nearby suburbs like Tennyson and West Lakes.
People of Grange
In 2006, a count of people (called a Census) found 5,238 people living in Grange. About 47% were male and 53% were female. Most residents (77%) were born in Australia, and about 6% were born in England.
The people in Grange tend to be a bit older than the average Australian. In 2006, about 72% of residents were over 25 years old. By 2019, the population had slightly decreased to 4,542 people. However, the 2021 Census showed an increase, with 6,143 people living in Grange.
How Grange is Governed
Grange is part of the Grange Ward. This is a local area within the City of Charles Sturt local government. Local government helps manage things like parks, roads, and community services.
For state government, Grange is in the electoral district of Lee. For the national government, it's in the electoral division of Hindmarsh. These divisions help decide who represents the area in parliament.
Community Life in Grange
The local newspaper for Grange is the Weekly Times Messenger.
Community Groups
There's a community center on Charles Sturt Avenue. It's a place where people can meet and take part in activities.
Schools in Grange
Grange Primary School is located on Jetty Street. It provides education for younger students in the area.
Fun Places and Things to Do
Grange has many interesting places to visit and things to do.
Grange Jetty
The Grange Jetty was built in 1879. It stretches out into the ocean from Grange Beach. It's a great spot for fishing or just enjoying the view.
Shopping and Dining
The Grange Hotel is a historic building right on the esplanade, overlooking Grange Beach. It's a popular place for meals and drinks.
Parks and Green Spaces
Besides Grange Beach, the suburb has several parks and reserves.
- Grange Recreation Reserve is in the northwest. It has a playing field and a playground.
- Lines Reserve on Lines Street also has a playground.
- Kirkcaldy Park on Kirkcaldy Avenue is another park with a playground.
- The most famous green space is where Charles Sturt's cottage is located.
Sports in Grange
The Grange Golf Club is a private club in Grange. It has two 18-hole golf courses that are known internationally. This club has hosted many big golf events, including professional and amateur tournaments.
Charles Sturt Museum
The Charles Sturt Museum is located in Sturt's old home, The Grange. The council bought the house in 1956 to save it from being torn down. The museum shares Sturt's story with displays of old items and interactive exhibits.
Getting Around Grange
Grange has good transportation options for residents and visitors.
Roads
Grange Road connects the suburb directly to the Adelaide city centre. Seaview Road and Military Road help link Grange to other coastal suburbs in Adelaide. Frederick Road, on the eastern side, connects Grange to the shopping and entertainment areas in West Lakes.
Public Transport
Grange is served by public buses and trains run by Adelaide Metro. Both Grange and East Grange railway stations are located within the suburb. These stations are on the Grange railway line. The train line used to go all the way to Henley Beach, but that part closed in 1957.
