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SA · Yorke Peninsula Council
Maitland, 5573
Est. population · Jun 2025
1,365
Growth (1 yr)
+0.4%
Growth (5 yr)
+2.9%
Median age
51
Median income
$1,143/wk
Employment rate
45.1%
Languages at home
1.6%non-English
Most common: Punjabi
2021 Census · usual residence
Desirability score
- Education hub
- Excellent transport
- High desirability
Suburb profile
In Yorke Peninsula Council, Maitland keeps a rural calm, a smaller community with room to breathe and a strong local rhythm. A mature community gives the area a calm, settled social fabric, with families and grandchildren still a visible part of community life. Everyday life leans local, with a handful of trusted shops, a familiar main street and neighbours who know your name.
Local green pockets are modest, with bigger outdoor outings usually found in neighbouring areas. Day-to-day life is more car-oriented here, with buses covering longer trips across the wider area. Purchase and rent costs sit on the more affordable side of the local range.
Local crime has been trending higher of late. A trickle of new development is refreshing selected pockets without changing the overall feel.
Versus similar regional towns, the suburb reads below average on desirability, chiefly because local dining and lifestyle amenities, plus community and employment trail behind. Limited access to some essential local services also trimmed the result.
At a glance
Maitland snapshot
A quick read of housing, growth, livability, and risk
Median rent
$300/wk
Population (ERP)
1,365
+0.4% annual growth
Dwelling vacancy
20.5%
Census unoccupied dwellings
Livability profile
Desirability pillars vs the peer median (50th percentile)
How it compares
Relative standing using percentiles, ranks, and national deciles
Desirability
#154
among Country & regional · Mature
Safety
65th
percentile in state (higher = safer)
Pop. growth
51st
percentile in SA
Advantage (IRSAD)
2/10
national SEIFA decile
School ICSEA
22nd
percentile among schools with ICSEA
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
Desirability
Ranks & confidence
- Desirability score
- 19.1/100 — Below average
- National rank
- 6758th in Australia
- State rank
- 677th in SA
- Peer rank
- #154 among Country & regional · Mature suburbs
- Cohort rank
- #250 among Country & regional suburbs
- Data confidence
- 79%
Data sources & freshness
- Suburb Guide desirability index — Suburb Guide (derived) · current · Updated
Housing
- Houses (01/01/26 to 31/03/26)
- $300
Median weekly rent from SA Housing Authority rental bond data. Figures can be unreliable where few bonds were lodged in the quarter.
Median house sale prices cover metropolitan Adelaide and selected fringe councils (19 LGAs, including Adelaide Hills and Gawler), not all of regional South Australia.
Contributes to desirability score · Housing (15%) · Future Growth (7%)
Median price, rental yield and vacancy Recent price momentum
Data sources & freshness
- SA rent report & metro median house sales — Government of South Australia · 1 January - 31 March 2026 · Updated · Quarterly; metro-fringe sales only
Population
Estimated resident population
1,365(June 2025)
+0.4% annual · +2.9% over 5 years · 51th percentile in SA
Growth figures & methodology
- Annual growth
- +0.4%
- 5-year growth
- +2.9%
- Change in 1 year
- +5
- Change in 5 years
- +38
- Growth rank in SA
- 51th 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 (~1,400), extrapolated at +0.6% average annual growth since 2011. It is illustrative only — not an official ABS forecast.
2021 Census figures
2021 Census
- Population
- 1,312
- Median age
- 51
- Median household income / week
- $1,143
- Dwelling vacancy
- 20.5%
- Unoccupied private dwellings
- 122 of 595
- Median monthly mortgage
- $867
- Employment rate
- 45.1%
- Dwelling mix (houses / semi / flats)
- 453 / 22 / 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 increased compared with the previous period.
Offence counts & rates
- Total offences (2024–25)
- 68
- Against the person
- 21
- Against property
- 47
- Rate per 1,000 residents
- 49.8
- Person-crime prevalence
- About 1 in 62 residents
- State safety percentile
- 64.9th (lower crime is better)
- Family & domestic abuse offences
- 27
- Increase (daily rate)
- +45.1%
Most common offence types
- Other Property Damage And Environmental14
- Other Theft7
- Sct - Non Residence7
- Sct - Residence7
- Serious Assault Not Resulting In Injury8
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
Schools & preschools
- Schools within 2 km
- 1 (1 schools, 1 preschools)
- Median school ICSEA (2 schools)
- 919
- Median ICSEA percentile
- 22th
School list
- Central Yorke Early Learning CentreJunction RoadPreschools
- Central Yorke SchoolCombined · Government · ICSEA 854 · 5th percentile · LBOTE 45% · 132 students · Top SEA quarter 3%View on My School →
- Maitland Lutheran SchoolCombined · Independent · ICSEA 984 · 39th percentile · LBOTE 1% · 480 students · Top SEA quarter 8%View on My School →
Contributes to desirability score · Education (15%)
School and preschool counts, median school ICSEA
Data sources & freshness
- Government education sites register — Government of South Australia · current · Updated
- School ICSEA (ACARA) — Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority · 2025 · Updated · Annual release
Public transport
2 public transport stops in this suburb
- Spencer Hwy / Alice St - East side (Maitland Newsagency)
- Spencer Hwy / Alice St - West side (Maitland Pharmacy)
Contributes to desirability score · Accessibility (15%)
Public transport stop coverage
Data sources & freshness
- Adelaide Metro GTFS stops — Department for Infrastructure and Transport (SA) · current · Updated
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
- Hospitals & GP clinics in suburb
- 1
- Nearest hospital
- Central Yorke Peninsula Hospital (Maitland) (3.0 km)
- Nearest hospital type
- Public Hospital
- Nearest hospital emergency
- Emergency department
- Emergency department in suburb
- On site
- Central Yorke Peninsula Hospital (Maitland)68 Robert StreetPublic Hospital
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)
- 32
- Participants per 1,000 residents
- 23.4
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
- 30° / 15°
- Rainfall
- 50 mm · ~6 rainy days
Autumn (Mar–May)
- Usual max / min
- 24° / 11°
- Rainfall
- 82 mm · ~10 rainy days
Winter (Jun–Aug)
- Usual max / min
- 17° / 6°
- Rainfall
- 139 mm · ~17 rainy days
Spring (Sep–Nov)
- Usual max / min
- 23° / 9°
- Rainfall
- 106 mm · ~13 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· 17 proposals
August 2026
- Outbuilding - Garage10 -12 ELIZABETH ST MAITLAND SA 5573Under Assessment
- Outbuilding (Shed)LOT 10 CLINTON RD MAITLAND SA 5573Under Assessment
July 2026
- Verandah, Outbuilding (Shed), Swimming Pool and associated Retaining WallsLOT 1 CATHERINE AV MAITLAND SA 5573Under Assessment
- Outbuilding (Shed)1 -3 WALTER ST MAITLAND SA 5573Under Assessment
- Outbuilding (Shed with open carport)1168 BALGOWAN RD MAITLAND SA 5573Decision Made
June 2026
- Verandah33 -37 ELIZABETH ST MAITLAND SA 5573Decision Made
- Demolition of existing Shed. Outbuilding (Shed)17 NORTH TCE MAITLAND SA 5573Decision Made
May 2026
- Land Division - 1 into 218 -24 TIDDY AV MAITLAND SA 5573Decision Made
- Change of use from Shop to Ancillary Accommodation42 -44 ELIZABETH ST MAITLAND SA 5573Under Assessment
- Dwelling Excision & Boundary Realignment - 2 into 3193 BROSTER RD MAITLAND SA 5573Decision Made
- Carport & Verandah13 BOWMAN TCE MAITLAND SA 5573Decision Made
March 2026
- Renovate interior of existing building , provide new disabled bathroom42 ROBERT ST MAITLAND SA 5573Decision Made
- Swimming pool and safety barrier10 -12 ELIZABETH ST MAITLAND SA 5573Decision Made
February 2026
- Change of use from Hall to Detached Dwelling8 PARARA AV MAITLAND SA 5573Decision Made
January 2026
- Partial demolition of dwelling, dwelling addition, verandah and carport20 ALICE ST MAITLAND SA 5573Decision Made
- Outback Gable Verandah5 ST LEDGER AV MAITLAND SA 5573Decision Made
- Outbuilding - Garage8 WALTER ST MAITLAND SA 5573Decision Made
2025· 25 proposals
November 2025
- Agricultural Building (Machinery Shed)15982 SPENCER HWY MAITLAND SA 5573Decision Made
October 2025
- Verandah14 ALICE ST MAITLAND SA 5573Decision Made
- Outbuilding and CarportLOT 101 CAROLINE ST MAITLAND SA 5573Decision Made
- Entertainment area15 YORKETOWN RD MAITLAND SA 5573Decision Made
- Outbuilding (garage & domestic storage)12 YORKETOWN RD MAITLAND SA 5573Decision Made
August 2025
- Demolition of existing Lean to, portion of verandah and existing Garage. Dwelling extension and Outbuilding (Garage)8 MELROSE ST MAITLAND SA 5573Under Assessment
July 2025
- Outbuilding - Garage19 NORTH TCE MAITLAND SA 5573Decision Made
- Dwelling extension9 SAMUEL ST MAITLAND SA 5573Decision Made
June 2025
- Freestanding Verandah11 BEAULAH AV MAITLAND SA 5573Decision Made
- Outbuilding (garage) including 2 x roller doors and personal access door.1 ST LEDGER AV MAITLAND SA 5573Decision Made
April 2025
- Verandah & Carport41 CLINTON RD MAITLAND SA 5573Decision Made
- Outbuilding (Colorbond Garage & Attached Carport) - 13m X 7m X 3mH5 ST LEDGER AV MAITLAND SA 5573Decision Made
- Swimming pool and safety fence3 ALICE ST MAITLAND SA 5573Decision Made
March 2025
- Dwelling Addition - Bathroom, Ensuite and Walk In Robe1 -3 WALTER ST MAITLAND SA 5573Decision Made
- Replace existing slot sign with digital sign61 -65 ROBERT ST MAITLAND SA 5573Decision Made
- Outbuilding with Verandah7 ELDON ST MAITLAND SA 5573Decision Made
- FREESTANDING CARPORT16 -18 ROGERS TCE MAITLAND SA 5573Decision Made
February 2025
- Installation of swimming pool and safety barriers1121 GRAHAM RD MAITLAND SA 5573Decision Made
- Single Storey Detached DwellingLOT 105 CATHERINE AV MAITLAND SA 5573Decision Made
January 2025
- Detached Dwelling and Outbuilding - Garage3 CLINTON RD MAITLAND SA 5573Under Assessment
- Outbuilding - Garage12 CLINTON RD MAITLAND SA 5573Decision Made
- Outbuilding - Shed9 ELIZABETH ST MAITLAND SA 5573Decision Made
- Agricultural Building - Implement Shed15272B SPENCER HWY MAITLAND SA 5573Decision Made
- Two Storey Detached Dwelling12 CLINTON RD MAITLAND SA 5573Decision Made
- current residential proposed use verandah5 BELMONT CR MAITLAND SA 5573Decision Made
2024· 1 proposal
December 2024
- Freestanding Verandah1601 SOUTH KILKERRAN RD MAITLAND SA 5573Decision Made
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
2 active roadworks / incidents
- Road ReconstructionUpper Yorke Road, North Tce12 May 2025 – 17 Aug 2026
- Water ConnectionUpper Yorke Road, Old Boundary Rd12 Aug 2026 – 21 Aug 2026
Data sources & freshness
- Traffic SA road events — Department for Infrastructure and Transport (SA) · current · Updated
Hazards
- Bushfire planning zone
- Overlay applies
- Bushfire safer places
- 1
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
- Grey
- Member of Parliament
- Tom VENNING (Liberal)
- Results from
- 2025 federal election
- Electorate enrolment (2025)
- 128,707
- Turnout (2025)
- 89.4%
- Swing since 2022 (2025)
- +5.4 pp toward Labor
Two-party preferred (2025)
Coalition 54.6%Labor 45.4%
Estimated suburb voting profile
Estimated from 8 nearby ordinary polling places (up to 40.9 km away).
Coalition 70.5%Labor 29.6%
15.8 percentage points more Coalition-leaning than the electorate
Estimated swing since 2022: +3.0 pp toward Labor
Nearest polling places
- MaitlandLabor 29.6% · Coalition 70.5% TPP (2025)1.4 km away
- ArthurtonLabor 22.2% · Coalition 77.8% TPP (2025)13.2 km away
- Port VictoriaLabor 32.4% · Coalition 67.6% TPP (2025)23.3 km away
- ArdrossanLabor 39.6% · Coalition 60.4% TPP (2025)23.8 km away
- MoontaLabor 42.7% · Coalition 57.3% TPP (2025)32.4 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)
- 2/10
- IRSD decile (2021)
- 2/10
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
Compare with
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