Ovingham, South Australia facts for kids
Quick facts for kids OvinghamAdelaide, South Australia |
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| Established | 1875 | ||||||||||||||
| Postcode(s) | 5082 | ||||||||||||||
| Location | 2 km (1 mi) N of Adelaide city centre | ||||||||||||||
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| State electorate(s) | Adelaide | ||||||||||||||
| Federal Division(s) | Adelaide | ||||||||||||||
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Ovingham is a suburb located just north of Adelaide, the capital city of South Australia. It's a small area that is shared between two local councils: the City of Charles Sturt and the City of Prospect. It's a convenient place to live because it's close to the heart of Adelaide.
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Where is Ovingham?
Ovingham is situated between a road called Park Terrace and the Gawler railway line. A major road, Torrens Road, runs right through the middle of the suburb, dividing it into two parts.
A Look Back: Ovingham's History
Ovingham was officially established in 1875 by a person named William Whinham.
Early Names and Changes
Before it was known as Ovingham, a section of the suburb (the part within the City of Charles Sturt) was called Bowden-on-the-Hill. This area forms a triangle, bordered by the railway line, Torrens Road, and Park Terrace. In 1929, there was a suggestion to rename this part to Hillside. The people living there liked the idea, but the government decided not to approve the change.
Post Office History
The Ovingham Post Office first opened its doors on November 1, 1879. However, it was later renamed to Bowden in 1970.
Who Lives in Ovingham?
Based on the 2016 census, there were 683 people living in Ovingham. Slightly more than half of these residents were male. About two-thirds of the people living in Ovingham were born in Australia.
Community Life
Ovingham has a couple of interesting spots for its community.
- The Bombay Bicycle Club is a hotel with a special theme. You can find it on Torrens Road.
- The Ovingham Football Club is the local sports team. Their club is located on Churchill Road.
Getting Around Ovingham
Ovingham is well-connected, making it easy for people to travel in and out of the suburb.
Main Roads
- Torrens Road helps connect Ovingham to the Adelaide city centre.
- Park Terrace forms the south-eastern edge of the suburb.
- Churchill Road heads north from Ovingham.
Public Transport
Public transport in Ovingham is managed by the Adelaide Metro.
Trains
The Gawler railway line runs right next to Ovingham. The closest train station for residents is Ovingham Station. In recent years, a new overpass has been built over the railway line. This overpass means that cars and people no longer have to wait at the old level crossing, which had been there for many decades.
Buses
Buses also serve the suburb, providing another way for people to get around. These bus services are also run by the Adelaide Metro.
