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Thevenard

SA 5690 • South Australia

563
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
1.72 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
CoastalRemoteRuralHistoricQuiet
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About Thevenard

Thevenard is a small port town located on the far west of the Eyre Peninsula in South Australia, contiguous with the larger town of Ceduna and forming part of the District Council of Ceduna. With a population of 563 at the 2021 Census and a compact area of 1.7 square kilometres, Thevenard is one of South Australia's more remote coastal communities, situated approximately 800 kilometres north-west of Adelaide. The town's name derives from nearby Cape Thevenard, honouring French admiral Antoine-Jean-Marie Thévenard, and the locality has served as an important grain and gypsum export port since the 1920s.

Thevenard's working port is the centrepiece of the local economy, handling bulk grain and gypsum exports for the broader Eyre Peninsula region. Residents benefit from Ceduna's services immediately adjacent, including supermarkets, schools, health facilities, and the Ceduna Foreshore area. The locality has a relatively higher proportion of social housing compared to the state average, reflecting its role as an affordable working-class community. Thevenard's remote coastal setting offers access to the Great Australian Bight and Eyre Peninsula coastline, attracting fishing enthusiasts and travellers on the Eyre Highway.

Thevenard falls under postcode 5690 and is governed by the Ceduna Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Grey, while state elections fall under the Flinders electorate.

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📍 Location

State
South Australia
Postcode
5690
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Ceduna
Federal Electorate
Grey
State Electorate
Flinders
Type
Locality
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-32.28°, 133.58°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
1.72 km²
Population Density
328 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 5690

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 5690, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$47,340
Median 2023–24
$57,440
▲ 21.3% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$67,499

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 5690; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Premier Stateliner coach — Adelaide (via Ceduna) Adelaide approx. 9–10 h

Commute to Adelaide CBD

Distance
800 km
By Train
No rail service; Premier Stateliner coach from Ceduna to Adelaide
By Car (Peak)
7 h 30 min – 8 h 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
7 h – 7 h 30 min

🛣️ Eyre Highway (A1) is the primary route east to Port Augusta and Adelaide; Ceduna Airport serves light aircraft and charter flights

Walkability Car-Dependent

Thevenard's small size means some errands are walkable within the immediate area, but Ceduna town centre is needed for most services

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
563
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Thevenard known for? +

Thevenard is known as a working port town that exports bulk grain and gypsum from the Eyre Peninsula. The town has been an important export facility since 1923 and is named after Cape Thevenard, which honours French admiral Antoine-Jean-Marie Thévenard.

How far is Thevenard from Adelaide? +

Thevenard is approximately 800 kilometres north-west of Adelaide CBD, a drive of around 7.5 to 8.5 hours via the Eyre Highway, making it one of South Australia's more remote communities.

Does Thevenard have public transport? +

There is no rail service on the far Eyre Peninsula. Premier Stateliner coach services connect Ceduna (adjacent to Thevenard) to Adelaide, but a car is the most practical means of transport for local and regional travel.

What is the population of Thevenard? +

Thevenard had a population of 563 people at the 2021 Census, with a notably higher proportion of male residents (300 males, 256 females), reflecting the port and industrial workforce character of the town.

Is Thevenard a good place to live? +

Thevenard suits those drawn to remote coastal living and a tight-knit working community on the Eyre Peninsula. It is adjacent to Ceduna, which provides essential services, but the extreme remoteness makes it best suited to those with employment in the port or regional industries.

What is the postcode for Thevenard? +

The postcode for Thevenard, South Australia is 5690.