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Maslin Beach
AdelaideSouth Australia
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Maslin Beach recreation reserve, viewed from the north, from the outskirts of the town of the same name
Maslin Beach is located in South Australia
Maslin Beach
Maslin Beach
Location in South Australia
Postcode(s) 5170
Location 35 km (22 mi) SW of Adelaide city centre
LGA(s) City of Onkaparinga
Region Southern Adelaide
County Adelaide
State electorate(s) Kaurna (2011)
Federal Division(s) Kingston (2011)
Suburbs around Maslin Beach:
Gulf St Vincent Moana
Seaford Rise
McLaren Vale
Gulf St Vincent Maslin Beach McLaren Vale
Tatachilla
Gulf St Vincent Port Willunga
Aldinga
Tatachilla
Footnotes Adjoining suburbs
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Agricultural area in Maslin Beach

Maslin Beach is a coastal suburb located south of Adelaide in South Australia. It's part of the City of Onkaparinga.

The name 'Maslin Beach' can mean the town, the beach itself, or the whole suburb. In this article, we're talking about the suburb. To the north, Ochre Point separates Maslin Beach from Moana Beach. South of Ochre Point is Red Ochre Cove.

Exploring Maslin Beach's Location

Maslin Beach is found between Main South Road and Gulf St Vincent. Main South Road forms the eastern edge of the suburb. The Gulf St Vincent is the large body of water to the west.

Who Lives in Maslin Beach?

The 2021 Census found 1,213 people living in Maslin Beach. About 49.5% were male and 50.5% were female. Most residents (70.2%) were born in Australia. Other common birthplaces included England (16.5%) and New Zealand (1.5%). The average age of residents was 46 years. About 26.6% of the people were under 25 years old.

Community Life in Maslin Beach

Local news for Maslin Beach residents can be found in newspapers like The Times and On The Coast.

Fun Things to Do in Maslin Beach

The Famous Maslin Beach

The most popular spot in the suburb is Maslin Beach itself. It's also called Maslin's Beach or just Maslin's. This beach is known for its cliffs and is a great place for recreation. It stretches from Maslin Beach town in the north to Blanche Point in the south.

Parks and Green Spaces

Maslin Beach has three parks for everyone to enjoy. One park is located at the top of some stairs. Another park can be found on Beachway Avenue. The third park is on Parkway Avenue, right next to the town hall.

Future Plans for Maslin Beach

There have been discussions about developing Maslin Beach for tourism. In 2014, the local council decided not to change the land rules for a possible marina. This decision came after many residents shared their concerns. A company wanted to create a "regional tourism hub" to highlight the natural beauty of Maslin Beach.

Getting Around Maslin Beach

Road Connections

Main South Road is the main road serving Maslin Beach. This road connects the suburb to both the Adelaide city centre and the Fleurieu Peninsula.

Public Transportation

Public transport services are available in Maslin Beach. These services are run by the Adelaide Metro, making it easier to travel around the area.

Well-Known People from Maslin Beach

  • John F. Davis, a talented artist, has lived in Maslin Beach.

See also

  • List of Adelaide suburbs
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