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SA · Charles Sturt Council

Hindmarsh, 5007

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Updated

Desirability score

36/100
Below average

423rd in SA

68% data confidence

How this score is calculated
  • Excellent transport
  • Heritage area
  • Cycling
  • High desirability
  • Green suburb
What Hindmarsh is known for: Excellent transport, Heritage area, Cycling, High desirability, Green suburb

Suburb profile

Hindmarsh is a practical smaller community in Charles Sturt, well placed for families who want metro access without the inner-city squeeze. Neighbouring suburbs are within easy reach, so the wider metro area always feels accessible. A younger crowd gives the area energy, with plenty of residents in steady employment.

Local eateries and coffee spots give the area a friendly, everyday social rhythm. Getting around the metro area is straightforward, with transport tying neighbouring communities together. Homes here are sought-after, with many people drawn to the lifestyle the area offers.

A busy pipeline of new development is gradually changing the look and feel of the streets.

The desirability score is below average, weighed down by weaker local dining and lifestyle amenities and housing affordability against similar metro suburbs, even with transport and access holding up better. Limited access to some essential local services also trimmed the result.

Population

Population
232
Median age
31
Median household income / week
$1,426
Dwelling vacancy
8.8%
Unoccupied private dwellings
10 of 113
Median monthly mortgage
$1,623
Employment rate
72.6%
Dwelling mix (houses / semi / flats)
13 / 49 / 19

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 · Period: 2021 · Updated on site · 2021 Census release

    The 2026 Census runs in August 2026; suburb-level updates are expected from mid-2027.

Housing

Flats / units (01/01/26 to 31/03/26)
$650
Houses (01/01/26 to 31/03/26)
$570
All types (01/01/26 to 31/03/26)
$550
Rental bonds lodged (01/01/26 to 31/03/26)
5

Median weekly rent from SA Housing Authority rental bond data. Figures can be unreliable where few bonds were lodged in the quarter.

Contributes to desirability score · Housing (15%) · Future Growth (7%)

Median price, rental yield and vacancy Recent price momentum

Data sources & freshness

  • SA Housing Authority rent & sales reports — Government of South Australia · Period: 1 January - 31 March 2026 · Updated on site · Quarterly releases

Crime & safety

Total offences (2024–25)
313
Against the person
38
Against property
275
Rate per 1,000 residents
1,349.1
Person-crime prevalence
About 1 in 6 residents
State safety percentile
99.4th (lower crime is better)
Family & domestic abuse offences
94
Decrease (daily rate)
-29.3%

Reported offences decreased compared with the previous period.

Reported offences by period

Most common offence types

  • Common Assault18
  • Other Property Damage And Environmental34
  • Other Theft60
  • Sct - Non Residence24
  • Theft From Shop118

Contributes to desirability score · Safety (18%)

Crime rate and year-on-year trend

Data sources & freshness

  • SAPOL reported crime statistics — South Australia Police — OpenData · Period: 2023-24 → 2024-25; 2024-25 · Updated on site · Financial-year releases

Schools & preschools

Schools & preschools
1
  • Education Support Hub8 Milner StreetOther

Contributes to desirability score · Education (15%)

School and preschool counts, median school ICSEA

Data sources & freshness

  • Government education sites register — Government of South Australia · Period: current · Updated on site · Static register

Public transport

16 public transport stops in this suburb

  • Entertainment Centre Tram Stop
  • Entertainment Centre Tram Stop
  • Stop 10 South Rd - East side
  • Stop 6 Port Rd - South side
  • Stop 8 Port Rd - North side

Contributes to desirability score · Accessibility (15%)

Public transport stop coverage

Data sources & freshness

Roadworks & transport

4 active roadworks / incidents

  • ConstructionAdam Street, Manton St09 Feb 2026 – 01 Aug 2026
  • HaulingAdam Street, Bacon St25 May 2026 – 30 Jun 2031
  • Torrens To Darlington - Civil WorksSouth Road, Adam St01 Sep 2025 – 31 Jul 2026
  • Torrens To Darlington - Civil WorksNorth South Motorway, Hindmarsh Av14 Jun 2026 – 14 Jul 2026

Data sources & freshness

Planning & development

Development applications from PlanSA register (lodged 2020–2026) and EPA licensed activities.

124 planning-related records

2026· 9 proposals

  • June 2026

  • Change in land use from office to educational facility, ancillary services and a shop within the existing building
    184 PORT RD HINDMARSH SA 5007Under Assessment
  • Construction of two freestanding canopies within the outdoor beer garden and bistro areas, installation of decorative high-level cladding to non-heritage portions of the hotel building, including screening of rooftop services, and erection of a freestanding hotel identification sign.
    59 PORT RD HINDMARSH SA 5007Under Assessment

  • May 2026

  • creating two reinforced openings between two commercial warehouses
    2 MANTON ST HINDMARSH SA 5007;UNIT 1 4 MANTON ST HINDMARSH SA 5007Decision Made
  • Internal fitout of existing office
    255 PORT RD HINDMARSH SA 5007Under Assessment

  • April 2026

  • Building alterations (internal office fitout)
    2 STATION PL HINDMARSH SA 5007Decision Made
  • Two advertising signs including: a double sided 1800mm x 350mm with lightbox sign located under awning and an entrance sign (non illuminated)
    15 -19 HOLDEN ST HINDMARSH SA 5007Decision Made
  • To erect free standing store (coolroom/freezer) and verandah structure in the north western corner of the existing car park
    2 CHIEF ST HINDMARSH SA 5007Under Assessment

  • March 2026

  • Proposed Two-Storey Office Extension, Balcony and Internal Renovations
    54 -56 BACON ST HINDMARSH SA 5007Under Assessment

  • February 2026

  • Alterations and additions to construct a structural steel-framed corporate facility, comprising a ground-floor bar, mezzanine-level bar, staircase, and a new lift serving both levels.
    98 PORT RD HINDMARSH SA 5007Under Assessment
2025· 26 proposals

  • December 2025

  • Removal of significant tree (eucalptus camaldulensus) located to the rear of the site
    13 WEST ST HINDMARSH SA 5007Under Assessment
  • Change of use to office and storage of equipment with new roller door facing Orsmond Street
    75 MANTON ST HINDMARSH SA 5007;78 ORSMOND ST HINDMARSH SA 5007Under Assessment
  • Proposed alterations and additions comprised of a lightweight cladding over steel stud framed sensory room, prayer room, breakout room, store room and access hall.
    98 PORT RD HINDMARSH SA 5007Under Assessment

  • November 2025

  • Land Division - two allotments into four allotments
    2 GIBSON ST HINDMARSH SA 5007Decision Made
  • Building Alterations to fascia's, posts & brickwork, new doors and access ramps and window grilles and Internal fit-out
    LOT 10 PORT RD HINDMARSH SA 5007Decision Made
  • Freestanding sign forward of the existing building
    325 PORT RD HINDMARSH SA 5007Decision Made
  • Illuminated 3D sign located on the front north west corner of the building
    1519 -19 HOLDEN ST HINDMARSH SA 5007Decision Made
  • Addition of Aritco Access Lift in Entry, Ground Floor to First Floor - access to Eighty9 Office.
    255 PORT RD HINDMARSH SA 5007Decision Made

  • October 2025

  • Change of use from educational facility and associated function room to a restaurant and function room, construction of a verandah
    12 -14 ADAM ST HINDMARSH SA 5007Under Assessment

  • September 2025

  • Bulkhead verandah cantelivered over foot path
    324 PORT RD HINDMARSH SA 5007Decision Made
  • Alterations to the rear of the existing warehouse - bifold doors to rear
    25 MANTON ST HINDMARSH SA 5007;27 MANTON ST HINDMARSH SA 5007Decision Made
  • Four, two storey row dwellings
    2 GIBSON ST HINDMARSH SA 5007Under Assessment

  • July 2025

  • Change of use to office with proposed illuminated signage to the front facade
    321 PORT RD HINDMARSH SA 5007Decision Made
  • Removal of significant tree Corymbia citriodora (Lemon Scented Gum) located in front of an existing building.
    14 RIVER ST HINDMARSH SA 5007Decision Made

  • June 2025

  • Ground and upper floor additions and alterations to existing office with associated carparking and landscaping
    318 -322 PORT RD HINDMARSH SA 5007Under Assessment
  • Office fitout to ground floor, level 1 and level 2
    159 PORT RD HINDMARSH SA 5007Decision Made

  • May 2025

  • Four storey mixed use building comprising of an office and car parking on the ground level and 10 dwellings above
    70 ORSMOND ST HINDMARSH SA 5007;72 ORSMOND ST HINDMARSH SA 5007Under Assessment
  • Boundary re-alignment
    LOT 102 ORSMOND ST HINDMARSH SA 5007;LOT 103 PORT RD HINDMARSH SA 5007Decision Made
  • Demolition of a portion of building to the rear of the representative building, change of use to office and construction of a three-storey office building to the rear with associated carparking and landscaping
    LOT 102 ORSMOND ST HINDMARSH SA 5007;LOT 103 PORT RD HINDMARSH SA 5007Under Assessment
  • Two, two-storey warehouses with associated car parking and landscaping and removal of one (1) significant and three (3) regulated trees
    LOT 102 ORSMOND ST HINDMARSH SA 5007Under Assessment

  • March 2025

  • Change of use from workshop and office to consulting room
    335 PORT RD HINDMARSH SA 5007Decision Made
  • Change of Use from Warehouses to Light Industry
    36 -38 ADAM ST HINDMARSH SA 5007Decision Made

  • February 2025

  • Minor renovations of Waiting Area and entry of older building to improve amenity and safety. Refurbishment of non listed annex building to suit new user group and to replace aging fittings. No additional footprint. No change of use, and no additional programme. No additional staff or visitor numbers. No change to external envelope of any buildings.
    49A ORSMOND ST HINDMARSH SA 5007Under Assessment
  • Proposed alterations and additions comprising, two new lightweight cladding over steel stud framed cooking enclosures, store and alternations and additions to the existing security office.
    98 PORT RD HINDMARSH SA 5007Decision Made

  • January 2025

  • Alterations and additions to existing shop
    324 PORT RD HINDMARSH SA 5007Decision Made
  • Partial demolition and internal works to the existing building to change from training facility to office with associated carparking
    325 PORT RD HINDMARSH SA 5007Decision Made
2024· 5 proposals

  • December 2024

  • Gain approval to extend hours of operation to: 8am - 12am Sunday-Thursday 1am - 1am - Friday- Saturday
    57 MANTON ST HINDMARSH SA 5007Under Assessment

  • November 2024

  • increase maximum patron numbers from 950 to 1200
    59 PORT RD HINDMARSH SA 5007Decision Made
  • Alterations to existing building including replacement of roof and gutters, painting walls, inclusion of new floor coverings, conversion of upper-level to dwelling
    126 PORT RD HINDMARSH SA 5007Under Assessment

  • September 2024

  • Alterations and additions to existing shop (restaurant) and addition of consulting rooms with associated carparking and landscaping
    259 PORT RD HINDMARSH SA 5007Under Assessment

  • August 2024

  • Install double fire egress doors on eastern elevation (Gibson Street)
    59 PORT RD HINDMARSH SA 5007Decision Made

Contributes to desirability score · Future Growth (7%)

Development and planning activity

Data sources & freshness

Amenities

87 nearby amenities within ~1.5 km

  • First Choice LiquorAlcohol

    97 Orsmond Street, Hindmarsh

  • Rheinland German BakeryBakery

    310 Port Road

  • Bench (16)
  • Adelaide Entertainment Centre Tram Stop Bike 'n' RideBicycle Parking
  • Bicycle Parking (9)
  • Bicycle Repair Station
  • Stop 10 South Road - East sideBus stop
  • Stop 11 South Road - East sideBus stop
  • Stop 5 Port Road - North sideBus stop
  • Stop 6 Manton Street - North sideBus stop

Names and addresses from OpenStreetMap. Unnamed venues show as their type (e.g. Cafe).

Contributes to desirability score · Lifestyle (15%)

Food, shopping, recreation and sport (OpenStreetMap)

Data sources & freshness

  • OpenStreetMap amenities — OpenStreetMap contributors · Period: current · Updated on site · Weekly refresh

Socio-economic (SEIFA)

IRSAD decile (2021)
4/10
IRSD decile (2021)
2/10

SEIFA indexes from ABS 2021. Decile 10 = most advantaged / least disadvantaged in Australia.

Contributes to desirability score · Community (5%)

Socio-economic advantage (IRSAD decile)

Data sources & freshness

Heritage

84 state heritage places

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Hazards

Bushfire planning zone
No overlay at centroid

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

Desirability Index

Desirability score
36.0/100 — Below average
National rank
4222nd in Australia
State rank
423rd in SA
Peer rank
#89 among Metro Adelaide · Growth area suburbs
Cohort rank
#284 among Metro Adelaide suburbs
Data confidence
68%

Data sources & freshness

  • Suburb Guide desirability index — Suburb Guide (derived score) · Period: current · Updated on site · Derived from source metrics

Recent changes

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