Exeter
SA 5019 • Greater Adelaide
About Exeter
Exeter is a quiet residential suburb on Adelaide's Lefevre Peninsula, 14 kilometres northwest of the CBD in the City of Port Adelaide Enfield. With a population of around 1,100, this small community is bordered by the popular beach suburb of Semaphore and the port precinct of Birkenhead. The suburb was named after founder John Lapthorne's hometown of Exeter in Devon, England.
Life in Exeter is predominantly residential, with heritage character homes and proximity to Semaphore's beach, cafes, and entertainment strip. The historic Hotel Lord Exmouth remains a local landmark. Residents enjoy excellent train connectivity via Glanville and Peterhead stations on the Outer Harbor line, providing fast access to Adelaide CBD. While commercial activity is limited locally, Port Adelaide's shops and services are just across the river, and Semaphore Road offers boutique shopping and dining.
Exeter falls under postcode 5019 and is governed by Port Adelaide Enfield Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Port Adelaide electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- 352, 353 — Port Adelaide & City 35-45 mins to city
- 156, 333 — Semaphore & Largs Bay 10-15 mins
Commute to Adelaide
🛣️ Excellent train access via Outer Harbor line. Multiple bus routes serve the suburb.
Quiet residential streets with train stations and Semaphore beach amenities within walking distance.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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237 Military Road
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90 Hart Street
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53 West Street
Housing Costs 2021 Census
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. England 80
- 2. New Zealand 17
- 3. Scotland 10
- 4. Croatia 8
- 5. United States 8
- 6. Bosnia & Herzegovina 7
- 7. Italy 5
- 8. Philippines 5
- 9. South Africa 5
- 10. Canada 4
- 11. China 4
- 12. France 4
- 13. Greece 4
- 14. Ireland 4
- 15. Thailand 4
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)