Point Boston

SA 5607 • South Australia

62
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
9.85 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
CoastalRuralQuietPeaceful

About Point Boston

Point Boston is a small coastal locality on the Eyre Peninsula in South Australia, situated approximately 680 kilometres north-west of Adelaide near the township of Port Lincoln. The locality covers around 10 square kilometres and had a 2021 Census population of approximately 62 residents. It occupies a peninsula setting on Boston Bay, offering scenic coastal scenery typical of the southern Eyre Peninsula.

Port Lincoln, one of Australia's largest regional fishing ports, is approximately 15 kilometres to the south-east and provides all essential services including supermarkets, schools, hospitals, and a small airport. The local area is popular for recreational fishing, boating, and enjoying the sheltered waters of Boston Bay. Residents appreciate the coastal lifestyle combined with relatively easy access to Port Lincoln's amenities.

Point Boston falls under postcode 5607 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Flinders electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
5607
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Locality
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-34.62°, 135.92°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
9.85 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — N/A N/A

Commute to Adelaide CBD

Distance
680 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
7–8 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
7 hours

🛣️ Rex Airlines flies Port Lincoln to Adelaide; driving via Lincoln Highway; car essential locally

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No walkable services; car required for all errands to Port Lincoln.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
62
0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
N/A
Personal Income 2021
N/A
0% increase

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Point Boston known for? +

Point Boston is known for its peaceful coastal setting on Boston Bay near Port Lincoln, popular with recreational fishers and boaters who appreciate the sheltered waters of the Eyre Peninsula.

How far is Point Boston from Adelaide CBD? +

Point Boston is approximately 680 kilometres north-west of Adelaide CBD, around 7 hours by road. Rex Airlines operates regular flights between Port Lincoln and Adelaide.

Does Point Boston have public transport? +

There is no public transport serving Point Boston. Port Lincoln (about 15 km away) is the nearest service centre and a car is essential for all local travel.

What is the population of Point Boston? +

The 2021 Census recorded approximately 62 residents in Point Boston, a small coastal locality on the Eyre Peninsula.

Is Point Boston a good place to live? +

Point Boston appeals to those seeking a quiet coastal lifestyle near Port Lincoln's services, with excellent fishing and boating on Boston Bay and a relaxed rural-coastal atmosphere.

What is the postcode for Point Boston? +

The postcode for Point Boston, SA is 5607.