Median house price
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SA · Light Council
Buchfelde, 5118
Est. population · Jun 2025
210
Growth (1 yr)
+1.9%
Growth (5 yr)
+8.8%
Median age
49
Median income
$1,416/wk
Employment rate
54.7%
Languages at home
8.2%non-English
Most common: Italian, Japanese
2021 Census · usual residence
- Heritage area
Suburb profile
Buchfelde is a welcoming smaller community in Light Council, with a settled community character. An older demographic makes it especially popular with retirees. Shops and services are limited locally: a short trip to a nearby centre covers the fuller weekly shop.
Open space is thinner than in many comparable suburbs, so residents often travel a little further for a longer park day. Day-to-day life is more car-oriented here than in denser, more walkable pockets. Homes are relatively cheap compared with the wider market, which keeps entry costs lower.
Crime trends have improved of late compared with the previous period. The streetscape feels settled and established, with older homes giving the area a familiar, lived-in look.
At a glance
Buchfelde snapshot
A quick read of housing, growth, livability, and risk
Median rent
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No data available
Population (ERP)
210
+1.9% annual growth
Dwelling vacancy
9.2%
Census unoccupied dwellings
How it compares
Relative standing using percentiles, ranks, and national deciles
Safety
27th
percentile in state (higher = safer)
Pop. growth
93rd
percentile in SA
Advantage (IRSAD)
3/10
national SEIFA decile
Population growth
Recent ERP change over 1 and 5 years
Housing mix
Dwelling types from the 2021 Census
Risks & flags
Quick scan — open a section below for full context
Living here
Population
Estimated resident population
210(June 2025)
+1.9% annual · +8.8% over 5 years · 93th percentile in SA
Growth figures & methodology
- Annual growth
- +1.9%
- 5-year growth
- +8.8%
- Change in 1 year
- +4
- Change in 5 years
- +17
- Growth rank in SA
- 93th percentile
ABS Estimated Resident Population allocated to this suburb from SA2-level data. Not an official ABS suburb count.
Methodology
Figures are allocated from ABS Estimated Resident Population at Statistical Area Level 2 (SA2), using 2021 Census share within overlapping SA2 regions. Where Census data is unavailable, area overlap is used instead.
The dashed chart line is a simple growth-trend estimate to June 2030 (~200), extrapolated at +1.1% average annual growth since 2011. It is illustrative only — not an official ABS forecast.
2021 Census figures
2021 Census
- Population
- 193
- Median age
- 49
- Median household income / week
- $1,416
- Dwelling vacancy
- 9.2%
- Unoccupied private dwellings
- 7 of 76
- Median monthly mortgage
- $1,483
- Employment rate
- 54.7%
- Dwelling mix (houses / semi / flats)
- 70 / 0 / 0
Contributes to desirability score · Community (5%)
Employment, household income and age diversity (2021 Census)
Data sources & freshness
- 2021 Census — General Community Profile — Australian Bureau of Statistics · Updated
The 2026 Census runs in August 2026; suburb-level updates are expected from mid-2027.
- Estimated Resident Population — Australian Bureau of Statistics · 2025 · Updated · SA2 ERP allocated to suburb boundaries
Community & culture
No 2021 Census cultural diversity data for this suburb yet.
Data sources & freshness
- 2021 Census — General Community Profile — Australian Bureau of Statistics · Updated
The 2026 Census runs in August 2026; suburb-level updates are expected from mid-2027.
Crime & safety
Reported offences decreased compared with the previous period.
Offence counts & rates
- Total offences (2024–25)
- 4
- Against the person
- 1
- Against property
- 3
- Rate per 1,000 residents
- 19
- Person-crime prevalence
- About 1 in 193 residents
- State safety percentile
- 27.4th (lower crime is better)
- Family & domestic abuse offences
- 139
- Decrease (daily rate)
- -42.7%
Most common offence types
- Other Offences Against Property1
- Other Property Damage And Environmental1
- Property Damage By Fire Or Explosion1
- Serious Assault Not Resulting In Injury1
Contributes to desirability score · Safety (18%)
Crime rate and year-on-year trend
Data sources & freshness
- SAPOL reported crime statistics — South Australia Police — OpenData · 2023-24 → 2024-25; 2024-25 · Updated · Financial-year releases
Family & Lifestyle
Amenities
No OpenStreetMap amenities mapped for this suburb yet.
Contributes to desirability score · Lifestyle (15%)
Food, shopping, recreation and sport (OpenStreetMap)
Data sources & freshness
- Local amenity insights — Suburb Guide (derived) · current · Updated
- OpenStreetMap amenities — OpenStreetMap contributors · current · Updated
Health access
- Nearest hospital
- Gawler Health Service (4.9 km)
- Nearest hospital type
- Public Hospital
- Nearest hospital emergency
- Emergency department
Contributes to desirability score · Accessibility (15%)
Hospitals and GP clinics
Data sources & freshness
- Hospitals & GP Plus clinics (SA) — SA Health · current · Updated
NDIS participation
- NDIS participants (31 March 2026)
- 9
- Participants per 1,000 residents
- 42.9
Active NDIS participants allocated from NDIA Statistical Area Level 2 (SA2, ASGS 2016) counts to this suburb boundary. Not an official suburb-level NDIS figure · as at 31 March 2026.
For NDIS spend and service-demand exploration by SA2 or postcode, see the Care Sector Demand Map.
Data sources & freshness
- NDIS participants by SA2 — National Disability Insurance Agency · 2026-Q1 · Updated · Quarterly SA2 counts allocated to suburb boundaries
Weather
Typical conditions by season for suburbs in the same ~44 km climate area. Rainfall totals are summed from monthly WorldClim layers; rainy-day counts are approximate.
Summer (Dec–Feb)
- Usual max / min
- 29° / 14°
- Rainfall
- 67 mm · ~8 rainy days
Autumn (Mar–May)
- Usual max / min
- 23° / 10°
- Rainfall
- 97 mm · ~12 rainy days
Winter (Jun–Aug)
- Usual max / min
- 16° / 6°
- Rainfall
- 148 mm · ~18 rainy days
Spring (Sep–Nov)
- Usual max / min
- 22° / 9°
- Rainfall
- 119 mm · ~15 rainy days
Contributes to desirability score · Lifestyle (15%)
Temperature and humidity comfort
Data sources & freshness
- Seasonal climate normals — WorldClim 2.1 · Updated
Future & Planning
Planning & development
Development applications from PlanSA register and EPA licensed activities.
2026· 5 proposals
August 2026
- Construction of Verandah in association with existing Dwelling1916 TWO WELLS RD BUCHFELDE SA 5118Under Assessment
- Installation of memorial headstone in local heritage listed cemetery1753 TWO WELLS RD BUCHFELDE SA 5118Under Assessment
July 2026
- Swimming pool and safety barrier1771 TWO WELLS RD BUCHFELDE SA 5118Decision Made
June 2026
- Construction of Single Storey Detached Dwelling17 DIXON RD BUCHFELDE SA 5118Under Assessment
May 2026
- Construction of a single-storey detached dwelling, outbuilding and an in-ground swimming pool and safety barrierLOT 438 TWO WELLS RD BUCHFELDE SA 5118Under Assessment
2025· 3 proposals
October 2025
- Variation to DA 22017339 Change of land use from detached dwelling to respite care facility and supported accommodation, including, the keeping of non-domestic animals, ancillary carpark, freestanding sign and landscaping - Changes to internal floor plan of respite care facility and outbuildings to include activities for visitors, relocation of advertising signage and relocation of accessible car parking space.1951 TWO WELLS RD BUCHFELDE SA 5118Under Assessment
July 2025
- Construction of ablution toilet block and change rooms in association with the Harness Racing club1961 TWO WELLS RD BUCHFELDE SA 5118Decision Made
April 2025
- Construction of a verandah1921 TWO WELLS RD BUCHFELDE SA 5118Decision Made
2024· 7 proposals
December 2024
- Construction of Agricultural Building (Implement Storage) and Water Tank in association with rural residential use of the land1922 TWO WELLS RD BUCHFELDE SA 5118Decision Made
November 2024
- Swimming pool and safety fence20 ROEDIGER RD BUCHFELDE SA 5118Decision Made
October 2024
- Verandah20 ROEDIGER RD BUCHFELDE SA 5118Decision Made
August 2024
- Alterations and additions to existing dwelling1932 TWO WELLS RD BUCHFELDE SA 5118Decision Made
July 2024
- Domestic Outbuilding32 HIGGINS RD BUCHFELDE SA 5118Decision Made
February 2024
- Land division - boundary re-alignment84 WHITELAW RD WARD BELT SA 5118;LOT 437 TWO WELLS RD BUCHFELDE SA 5118Decision Made
- Single storey detached dwelling with garage, alfresco and porch under main roof and 46,800L above ground water tankLOT 50 TWO WELLS RD BUCHFELDE SA 5118Decision Made
2023· 4 proposals
October 2023
- Outbuilding ancillary to existing dwelling1968 TWO WELLS RD BUCHFELDE SA 5118Decision Made
September 2023
- Land division - boundary re-alignment1835 TWO WELLS RD BUCHFELDE SA 5118;LOT 885 WHITELAW RD WARD BELT SA 5118Decision Made
May 2023
- Single Storey Dwelling Alterations and Additions1946 TWO WELLS RD BUCHFELDE SA 5118Decision Made
March 2023
- Domestic Outbuilding 24.0m x 7.60m x 4.20m1775 TWO WELLS RD BUCHFELDE SA 5118Decision Made
2022· 5 proposals
December 2022
- Swimming pool and pool safety barrier ancillary to existing dwelling28 ROEDIGER RD BUCHFELDE SA 5118Decision Made
- Alterations to existing floor plan and variation to condition number seven (7) of the development approval for 313/336/2017 - Construction of a refrigerated storage rooms, preparation and cooking areas associated with an existing meat processing facility and fence.1878 TWO WELLS RD BUCHFELDE SA 5118Decision Made
September 2022
- Verandah ancillary to existing dwelling1950 TWO WELLS RD BUCHFELDE SA 5118Decision Made
July 2022
- Horse keeping for four (4) horses and ancillary horse shelters and Tac sheds1872 TWO WELLS RD BUCHFELDE SA 5118Decision Made
June 2022
- Change of land use from detached dwelling to respite care facility and supported accommodation, including, the keeping of non-domestic animals, ancillary carpark, freestanding sign and landscaping1951 TWO WELLS RD BUCHFELDE SA 5118Under Assessment
2021· 2 proposals
November 2021
- Agricultural building for storage of farm equipment1946 TWO WELLS RD BUCHFELDE SA 5118Decision Made
August 2021
- Two (2) domestic outbuildings in the form of shipping containers ancillary to the existing dwelling1968 TWO WELLS RD BUCHFELDE SA 5118Decision Made
Other· 1 proposal
- A & V CONTRACTORS PTY. LTD.Resource Recovery Waste Disposal and RelatedEPA licence
Contributes to desirability score · Future Growth (7%)
Development and planning activity
Data sources & freshness
- PlanSA development applications & EPA licences — Government of South Australia — PlanSA · 2026 · Updated
Roadworks & transport
1 active roadworks / incidents
- Sewer ConnectionTwo Wells Road, Davidson Rd09 Jul 2026 – 28 Aug 2026
Data sources & freshness
- Traffic SA road events — Department for Infrastructure and Transport (SA) · current · Updated
Heritage
6 heritage places
- Buchfelde CemeteryTwo Wells Road near Buchfelde BUCHFELDELocal heritage
- Bunker, Gawler Airport & RacecourseTwo Wells Road BUCHFELDELocal heritage
- Conservatory & Barn RuinsHiggins Road (off Two Wells Road) BUCHFELDELocal heritage
- DwellingTwo Wells Road near Buchfelde BUCHFELDELocal heritage
- Loos CemeteryTwo Wells Road near Buchfelde BUCHFELDELocal heritage
- Riverside Homestead ComplexRoediger Road near Buchfelde BUCHFELDELocal heritage
Data sources & freshness
- SA Heritage Places database — Department for Environment and Water (SA) · current · Updated
Hazards
- Bushfire planning zone
- Overlay applies
Bushfire overlay checked at suburb centroid against all current SA Planning risk layers (high, medium, general, urban interface, regional, outback). Safer places from CFS designated locations.
Contributes to desirability score · Safety (18%)
Bushfire hazard overlays
Data sources & freshness
- Bushfire & hazard overlays (SA) — Government of South Australia · current · Updated
Politics & representation
- Federal electorate
- Spence
- Member of Parliament
- Matt BURNELL (Australian Labor Party)
- Results from
- 2025 federal election
- Electorate enrolment (2025)
- 138,898
- Turnout (2025)
- 87.5%
- Swing since 2022 (2025)
- +2.4 pp toward Labor
Two-party preferred (2025)
Coalition 34.7%Labor 65.3%
Estimated suburb voting profile
Estimated from 8 nearby ordinary polling places (up to 5.0 km away).
Coalition 37.3%Labor 62.7%
2.7 percentage points more Coalition-leaning than the electorate
Estimated swing since 2022: +5.2 pp toward Labor
Nearest polling places
- Evanston GardensLabor 66.5% · Coalition 33.5% TPP (2025)2.1 km away
- EvanstonLabor 64.2% · Coalition 35.8% TPP (2025)3.0 km away
- Gawler WestLabor 59.4% · Coalition 40.6% TPP (2025)3.1 km away
- GawlerLabor 65.0% · Coalition 35.0% TPP (2025)3.2 km away
- WillastonLabor 61.3% · Coalition 38.7% TPP (2025)3.4 km away
Federal electorate from AEC federal division boundaries (2025 redistribution). Division-level results are official AEC figures from the latest general election, with by-election updates where applicable. The estimated suburb profile blends up to eight nearest ordinary polling booths in the same electorate using inverse-distance weighting from the suburb centroid — an approximation, not official AEC data. Nearest polling places are shown for reference.
Data sources & freshness
- Federal election results — Australian Electoral Commission · Updated · 2025 election with by-election overlays
Socio-economic
- IRSAD decile (2021)
- 3/10
- IRSD decile (2021)
- 3/10
ABS Socio-Economic Indexes for Areas (SEIFA), 2021 release — the latest available, derived from the 2021 Census. Deciles rank suburbs nationally from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).
What do IRSAD and IRSD measure?
IRSAD — Index of Relative Socio-economic Advantage and Disadvantage. Combines indicators of advantage (e.g. high income, skilled occupations) and disadvantage. Higher decile = more advantaged relative to other Australian areas.
IRSD — Index of Relative Socio-economic Disadvantage. Focuses on disadvantage only (e.g. low income, unemployment, limited education). Higher decile = less disadvantage nationally.
A new SEIFA edition typically follows each census; the ABS has not announced a release date beyond 2021.
Contributes to desirability score · Community (5%)
Socio-economic advantage (IRSAD decile)
Data sources & freshness
- SEIFA 2021 (IRSAD / IRSD) — Australian Bureau of Statistics · Updated
More in Light Council
Other suburbs in the same local government area.
Comparable suburbs
Similar population and socio-economic profile in other parts of South Australia.