Port Kenny

SA 5671 • South Australia

59
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
27.92 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
CoastalRemoteFishingQuiet

About Port Kenny

Port Kenny is a small coastal locality on the far western coast of South Australia's Eyre Peninsula, situated approximately 750 kilometres north-west of Adelaide near the town of Streaky Bay. The locality covers around 28 square kilometres and recorded a population of approximately 59 residents at the 2021 Census. It is a remote coastal fishing and farming settlement on Streaky Bay's western shore, with stunning ocean views and a quiet outback coastal character.

Streaky Bay, approximately 20 kilometres to the north, provides the main services for the district including a general store, hotel, school, and medical facilities. The western Eyre Peninsula is known for its spectacular sea cliffs, diverse marine life, white sand beaches, and excellent fishing. A private vehicle is essential as there is no public transport or regular bus service to Port Kenny.

Port Kenny falls under postcode 5671 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Flinders electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
5671
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Locality
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-33.21°, 134.67°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
27.92 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — N/A N/A

Commute to Adelaide CBD

Distance
750 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
8–9 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
8 hours

🛣️ Flinders Highway and Lincoln Highway provide road access; a car is essential

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Very limited services at the locality; a car is required for all errands to Streaky Bay.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
59
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 Port Kenny known for? +

Port Kenny is a remote coastal settlement near Streaky Bay on SA's far western Eyre Peninsula, known for outstanding fishing, dramatic sea cliffs, and pristine white sand beaches on a spectacularly remote coastline.

How far is Port Kenny from Adelaide CBD? +

Port Kenny is approximately 750 kilometres north-west of Adelaide CBD, around 8 to 9 hours by road via the Lincoln and Flinders Highways.

Does Port Kenny have public transport? +

There is no public transport serving Port Kenny. Streaky Bay (approximately 20 km north) provides the nearest services and a private vehicle is essential for all travel.

What is the population of Port Kenny? +

According to the 2021 Census, Port Kenny has a population of approximately 59 residents, a small and very remote coastal community on the Eyre Peninsula.

Is Port Kenny a good place to live? +

Port Kenny suits those who embrace very remote coastal living on the Eyre Peninsula, with world-class fishing, spectacular scenery, and the wide-open Streaky Bay region on the doorstep.

What is the postcode for Port Kenny? +

The postcode for Port Kenny, SA is 5671.