Plympton Park, South Australia — interactive Google street map, satellite and terrain views, Street View, live local weather conditions and 7-day forecasts, real-time local and world news, and an editorial description of Plympton Park, in the City Of Marion local government area.
| Locality | Plympton Park |
| State | South Australia (SA) |
| Local Government Area | City Of Marion |
| Country | Australia |
| Timezone | Australian Central Time (ACST/ACDT) |
| Remoteness | Major Cities of Australia |
| Latitude | -34.97499 |
| Longitude | 138.5512 |
| Population | 3,225 |
| Density | 2710.1 /km² |
| Area | 1.2 km² |
| Elevation | 21 m |
| Postcode | 5038 |
| Area Code | 08 |
| Distance to Adelaide | 7 km southwest |
Plympton Park is a locality in the City Of Marion local government area of South Australia, Australia. It has a population of approximately 3,225. The locality covers an area of 1.2 km², giving a population density of about 2710.1 people per km². It sits at an elevation of around 21 m above sea level. It lies approximately 7 km southwest of Adelaide. Plympton Park is located at 34.9750°S, 138.5512°E. It observes Australian Central Time (ACST/ACDT). Postcode: 5038.
Plympton Park unfolds as a verdant expanse, its character defined by the gentle sweep of its terrain and the quiet hum of suburban life. It lies 7.1 km south-west of Adelaide, SA (from Adelaide, SA: bearing 219°T), and is situated 10.9 km south-south-west of Prospect. Rolling lawns, softened by the South Australian sun, give way to mature trees that cast dappled shadows, their leaves whispering in the coastal breeze. The air, often carrying a hint of salt from the nearby coastline, feels clean and invigorating, a constant reminder of the proximity to the sea. Pathways meander through the park, inviting leisurely strolls, and the distant sounds of children playing echo the park's role as a cherished local gathering place, a breathing space within the urban sprawl.
The history of Plympton Park is interwoven with the development of the surrounding region, an area that once supported agricultural pursuits before urban expansion claimed much of its farmland. Its development reflects the post-war growth of Adelaide's western suburbs, a period when green spaces like Plympton Park were intentionally preserved or created to enhance the quality of life for a growing population. While no major industries define its immediate economy, the park indirectly supports local businesses by providing recreational opportunities that draw people to the neighbourhood. Its distinctive character lies in its accessibility and its understated beauty, a testament to thoughtful urban planning that prioritises natural elements within a residential setting, offering a quiet refuge for its inhabitants.
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This page provides an interactive Google map of Plympton Park, South Australia with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions with current observations and a 7-day forecast are powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while an editorially written description provides background on Plympton Park, in the City Of Marion local government area.
Detailed location data for Plympton Park includes the postcode (5038), telephone area code (08), and local government area (City Of Marion), with an ABS remoteness classification of Major Cities of Australia. These are among the most commonly searched location details for any Australian city, town or locality.
Location data is drawn from Geoscape Administrative Boundaries (GDA2020) and enriched with GeoNames and Australian Bureau of Statistics data, matched by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Plympton Park is identified even where the name is shared across multiple localities.
| Page generated | June 2026 |
| Location data | Geoscape Administrative Boundaries (GDA2020); enriched with GeoNames and ABS 2021 Census data, matched by coordinate proximity |
| Description | Editorial description generated with AI assistance from verified Geoscape, ABS and GeoNames location data. |