SA · Walkerville Council
Medindie, SA, 5081
Current weather
12.1°CThunderstorm
80% humidity · 22.9 km/h wind · 13.5° / 10.9° today · 24 mm rain
Desirability index
48.9/100
How this score is calculated#169 among Metro Adelaide suburbs
Suburb snapshot
Medindie is a small locality in the Walkerville area, home to around 1,175 residents (2021 Census). Recent indicators show reported crime totals of around 78 offences in 2024–25 (Jul–Jun), roughly 66.4 offences per 1,000 residents, median weekly rent around $465 (flats $650, houses $850), median house prices near $2,005,000 (down 48% recently), 5 public transport stops within the suburb, a quieter amenity profile than busier neighbouring suburbs, 7 active roadworks or transport incidents on nearby routes, and notable planning and development activity on record. Use the sections below for detailed population, safety, schools, and local activity data.
Population
- Population
- 1,175
- Median age
- 45
- Median household income / week
- $3,750
- Dwelling vacancy
- 7.1%
- Unoccupied private dwellings
- 29 of 409
- Median monthly mortgage
- $3,033
- Employment rate
- 60.2%
- Dwelling mix (houses / semi / flats)
- 19 / 23 / 10
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)
- $850
- All types (01/01/26 to 31/03/26)
- $465
- Rental bonds lodged (01/01/26 to 31/03/26)
- 15
- Median house price (Q1 2026)
- $2,005,000
- Median price change
- -48%
Median weekly rent from SA Housing Authority rental bond data. Figures can be unreliable where few bonds were lodged in the quarter.
Data sources & freshness
- SA Housing Authority rent & sales reports — Government of South Australia · Period: 1 January - 31 March 2026; 1Q 2026 · Updated on site · Quarterly releases
Crime & safety
- Total offences (2024–25)
- 78
- Against the person
- 11
- Against property
- 67
- Rate per 1,000 residents
- 66.4
- Person-crime prevalence
- About 1 in 107 residents
- State safety percentile
- 74.1th (lower crime is better)
- Family & domestic abuse offences
- 37
- Year-on-year change
- 0%
Most common offence types
- Common Assault5
- Other Property Damage And Environmental13
- Other Theft15
- Other Unlawful Entry With Intent13
- Sct - Residence9
Data sources & freshness
- SAPOL reported crime statistics — South Australia Police — OpenData · Period: 2024-25; 2024-25 → 2024-25 · Updated on site · Financial-year releases
Schools & preschools
- Median school ICSEA
- 1,176
- Wilderness SchoolCombined · ICSEA 1176
Data sources & freshness
- School ICSEA (ACARA) — Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority · Period: 2025 · Updated on site · Annual ACARA release
Public transport
5 public transport stops in this suburb
- Stop 7 Main North Rd - South East side
- Stop 7 Northcote Tce - West side
- Stop 8 Main North Rd - East side
- Stop 8 Northcote Tce - West side
- Stop 9 Northcote Tce - West side
Data sources & freshness
- Adelaide Metro GTFS stops — Department for Infrastructure and Transport (SA) · Period: current · Updated on site · GTFS static feed
Roadworks & transport
7 active roadworks / incidents
- Asphalt WorksMain North Road, Eclipse Lane01 Jun 2026 – 31 Jul 2026
- Asphalt WorksMain North Road, Thorngate St03 Jun 2026 – 24 Jul 2026
- Asphalt WorksRobe Terrace, Robe Tce Service Rd03 Jun 2026 – 24 Jul 2026
- Asphalt WorksRobe Terrace, Robe Tce Service Rd01 Jun 2026 – 31 Jul 2026
- Asphalt WorksMain North Road, Eclipse Lane16 Jun 2026 – 31 Jul 2026
- ConstructionRobe Terrace, Mann Rd01 Jul 2026 – 15 Jul 2026
- ConstructionNorthcote Terrace, Northcote Tce01 Jul 2026 – 15 Jul 2026
Data sources & freshness
- Traffic SA road events — Department for Infrastructure and Transport (SA) · Period: current · Updated on site · Hourly refresh
Planning & development
Development applications from PlanSA register (lodged 2020–2026) and EPA licensed activities.
151 planning-related records
2026· 12 proposals
June 2026
- Removal of a significant tree (Eucalyptus scoparia)18 BRIAR AV MEDINDIE SA 5081Under Assessment
- Construction of dwelling addition80 HAWKERS RD MEDINDIE SA 5081Under Assessment
May 2026
- Construction of double story detached dwelling, front fence and swimming pool55 DUTTON TCE MEDINDIE SA 5081Under Assessment
April 2026
- Construction of new shelter with associated seating and signage25 NORTHCOTE TCE MEDINDIE SA 5081;40 HAWKERS RD MEDINDIE SA 5081Under Assessment
March 2026
- Internal fit-out and refurbishment works37 MAIN NORTH RD MEDINDIE SA 5081Decision Made
- Demolition of existing dwelling and front fence in a Historic Area Overlay18 BRIAR AV MEDINDIE SA 5081Decision Made
- Commencement of the display of an advertisement (LED screen) for third-party advertising27 MAIN NORTH RD MEDINDIE SA 5081Under Assessment
- Dwelling alterations - internal refurbishment and window changes5A ETTRICK AV MEDINDIE SA 5081Decision Made
January 2026
- Construction of an outbuilding to be used as pool house/gym14 BRIAR AV MEDINDIE SA 5081Decision Made
- Partial demolition of existing building and the construction of a dwelling addition, verandah, deck, swimming pool and safety barrier fencing7 TENNYSON ST MEDINDIE SA 5081Under Assessment
- Demolition of an ancillary structure in a Historic Area Overlay14 BRIAR AV MEDINDIE SA 5081Decision Made
- construct in ground swimming pool & install associated safety fencing14 BRIAR AV MEDINDIE SA 5081Decision Made
2025· 27 proposals
December 2025
- Installation of swimming pool and associated swimming pool safety features52B DUTTON TCE MEDINDIE SA 5081Decision Made
- Partial demolition of existing dwelling and the construction of dwelling addition and building alterations, verandah, fence/gate, outbuilding and swimming pool7 AVENEL GARDENS RD MEDINDIE SA 5081Under Assessment
- Construction of a verandah7 DUTTON TCE MEDINDIE SA 5081Decision Made
November 2025
- Partial demolition of existing dwelling and the construction of dwelling addition, fencing and swimming pool35 HAWKERS RD MEDINDIE SA 5081Under Assessment
- Construction of two (2), two storey detached dwellings, front boundary fencing, swimming pool and safety barrier fencing and the removal of one (1) regulated tree12 HAWKERS RD MEDINDIE SA 5081Decision Made
- Dwelling alterations and the construction of ancillary accommodation, garage, verandah, fence and swimming pool2 AVENEL GARDENS RD MEDINDIE SA 5081Under Assessment
- Partial demolition of existing dwelling and the construction of dwelling addition, alterations, verandah, outbuilding, fence and swimming pool55 DUTTON TCE MEDINDIE SA 5081Decision Made
October 2025
- Demolition of existing dwelling, outbuildings and front fence18 BRIAR AV MEDINDIE SA 5081Under Assessment
- Demolition of existing dwelling, construction of Two of (2x) double storey dwellings, with undercroft car parking, swimming pool, fencing, tree damaging activity and associated earth works.2 PALM ST MEDINDIE SA 5081Under Assessment
- Deleting cellar from existing planning approval52B DUTTON TCE MEDINDIE SA 5081Decision Made
- External alterations and illuminated signage29 MAIN NORTH RD MEDINDIE SA 5081Decision Made
September 2025
- The roof cover is leaking and we are looking to replace it with corrugated colour bonded steel. No changes in the shape or structure. Steel colour selected is Windspray1 HERBERT ST MEDINDIE SA 5081Under Assessment
August 2025
- Remove the existing canopy, demolish existing roof structure attached to the canopy and existing signage. Remove all existing canopy's beams and columns.29 MAIN NORTH RD MEDINDIE SA 5081Decision Made
July 2025
- PROPOSED ADDITION, VERANDAH & ALTERATIONS39 DUTTON TCE MEDINDIE SA 5081Decision Made
- Variation of Development Application 2500867723 ROBE TCE MEDINDIE SA 5081Decision Made
May 2025
- Replace front boundary fence14 ETTRICK AV MEDINDIE SA 5081Decision Made
- Amendment to Development application 240069533 HAWKERS RD MEDINDIE SA 5081Decision Made
- Proposed dwelling alterations and addition incorporating a garage, swimming pool, demolition of a garage and partial demolition of a representative building.18 ROBE TCE MEDINDIE SA 5081Decision Made
April 2025
- demolish and remove existing; house shed front fence construct new: house shed front fence swimming pool and deck18 BRIAR AV MEDINDIE SA 5081Decision Made
- Internal modifications.13 DUTTON TCE MEDINDIE SA 5081Decision Made
- Alterations and additions, including an attached carport and fencing, to an existing detached dwelling23 ROBE TCE MEDINDIE SA 5081Under Assessment
March 2025
- REPLACE EXISTING BRUSH FENCE WITH NEW BRUSH FENCE1 AVENEL GARDENS RD MEDINDIE SA 5081Decision Made
- Install new carport to Eastern boundary and extend existing carport on Western boundary.15 AVENEL GARDENS RD MEDINDIE SA 5081Decision Made
February 2025
- Removal of current hedge fencing and the construction of a new masonry and iron front boundary fence, pedestrian gate and double driveway gates.13 DUTTON TCE MEDINDIE SA 5081Under Assessment
January 2025
- Stage 2 works - following stage 1 approval DA 24030170 Proposed addition to rear of dwelling Proposed new canopy with balcony over proposed pool proposed modifications to existing fencing including new gates and crossover. proposed carport23 ROBE TCE MEDINDIE SA 5081Decision Made
- 1 into 2 Torrens Title Division12 HAWKERS RD MEDINDIE SA 5081Decision Made
- Masonry front fence6 HAWKERS RD MEDINDIE SA 5081Decision Made
2024· 27 proposals
December 2024
- New outdoor spa and minor structural changes to the interior.8A ACACIA ST MEDINDIE SA 5081Decision Made
2023· 28 proposals
28 proposals lodged in 2023. Individual listings are kept for the most recent proposals.
2022· 33 proposals
33 proposals lodged in 2022. Individual listings are kept for the most recent proposals.
2021· 24 proposals
24 proposals lodged in 2021. Individual listings are kept for the most recent proposals.
Data sources & freshness
- PlanSA development applications & EPA licences — Government of South Australia — PlanSA · Period: 2020–2026; 2021; 2022… · Updated on site
Amenities
7 nearby amenities within ~1.5 km
- Bus stop (2)
- Stop 7 Main North Road - South East sideBus stop
- Stop 7 Northcote Terrace - West sideBus stop
- Stop 8 Main North Road - East sideBus stop
- Stop 8 Northcote Terrace - West sideBus stop
- Stop 9 Northcote Terrace - West sideBus stop
Names and addresses from OpenStreetMap. Unnamed venues show as their type (e.g. Cafe).
Data sources & freshness
- OpenStreetMap amenities — OpenStreetMap contributors · Period: current · Updated on site · Weekly refresh
Socio-economic (SEIFA)
- IRSAD decile (2021)
- 10/10
- IRSD decile (2021)
- 10/10
SEIFA indexes from ABS 2021. Decile 10 = most advantaged / least disadvantaged in Australia.
Data sources & freshness
- SEIFA 2021 (IRSAD / IRSD) — Australian Bureau of Statistics · Period: 2021 · Updated on site · 2021 SEIFA release
Heritage
234 state heritage places
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Data sources & freshness
- SA Heritage Places database — Department for Environment and Water (SA) · Period: current · Updated on site
Green cover
- Parks & woodland (OSM)
- 2
- Parks (OSM)
- 2
OpenStreetMap parks and natural woodland features mapped within the suburb boundary.
Data sources & freshness
- OpenStreetMap green cover features — OpenStreetMap contributors · Period: current · Updated on site · Weekly refresh
Desirability index
- Desirability score
- 48.9/100
- Cohort rank
- #169 among Metro Adelaide suburbs
Data sources & freshness
- Suburb Guide desirability index — Suburb Guide (derived score) · Period: current · Updated on site · Derived from source metrics
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Data sources & freshness
- SA Heritage Places database — Department for Environment and Water (SA) · Updated on site
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