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SA · Murray Bridge Council
Riverglades, 5253
Est. population · Jun 2025
938
Growth (1 yr)
+0.9%
Growth (5 yr)
+6.2%
Median age
50
Median income
$1,415/wk
Employment rate
56.7%
Languages at home
4.4%non-English
Most common: Afrikaans, German, Australian Indigenous languages
2021 Census · usual residence
Desirability score
- Excellent transport
- High desirability
Suburb profile
Riverglades offers a slower smaller community life in Murray Bridge Council, with open surrounds and a close-knit community feel. Retirees and empty-nesters are well represented here, with multiple generations sharing the same neighbourhood. The pace is unhurried, with local businesses and community spots doing the heavy lifting.
Open space is thinner than in many regional towns, so residents often travel a little further for a longer park day. Day-to-day life is more car-oriented here, with buses covering longer trips across the wider area. Buyers typically pay more than the metro middle for a home here.
Reported crime has been falling recently. Tree-lined streets and established homes set the tone, with little pressure to reinvent the neighbourhood.
The desirability picture is below average, weighed down by softer local dining and lifestyle amenities relative to similar regional towns. Limited access to some essential local services also trimmed the result.
At a glance
Riverglades snapshot
A quick read of housing, growth, livability, and risk
Median rent
$515/wk
Population (ERP)
938
+0.9% annual growth
Dwelling vacancy
6.9%
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
#51
among Country & regional · Mature
Safety
4th
percentile in state (higher = safer)
Pop. growth
68th
percentile in SA
Advantage (IRSAD)
4/10
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
Desirability
Ranks & confidence
- Desirability score
- 37.9/100 — Below average
- National rank
- 4143rd in Australia
- State rank
- 441st in SA
- Peer rank
- #51 among Country & regional · Mature suburbs
- Cohort rank
- #97 among Country & regional suburbs
- Data confidence
- 70%
Data sources & freshness
- Suburb Guide desirability index — Suburb Guide (derived) · current · Updated
Housing
- Houses (01/01/26 to 31/03/26)
- $515
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
938(June 2025)
+0.9% annual · +6.2% over 5 years · 68th percentile in SA
Growth figures & methodology
- Annual growth
- +0.9%
- 5-year growth
- +6.2%
- Change in 1 year
- +8
- Change in 5 years
- +55
- Growth rank in SA
- 68th 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 (~1,000), extrapolated at +1.1% average annual growth since 2011. It is illustrative only — not an official ABS forecast.
2021 Census figures
2021 Census
- Population
- 856
- Median age
- 50
- Median household income / week
- $1,415
- Dwelling vacancy
- 6.9%
- Unoccupied private dwellings
- 25 of 360
- Median monthly mortgage
- $1,326
- Employment rate
- 56.7%
- Dwelling mix (houses / semi / flats)
- 330 / 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)
- 6
- Against the person
- 1
- Against property
- 5
- Rate per 1,000 residents
- 6.4
- Person-crime prevalence
- About 1 in 856 residents
- State safety percentile
- 3.6th (lower crime is better)
- Family & domestic abuse offences
- 400
- Decrease (daily rate)
- -39.8%
Most common offence types
- Obtain Benefit By Deception2
- Other Theft2
- Sct - Residence1
- 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
Public transport
1 public transport stops in this suburb
- Murray Dr / Thule Dr - South East side (Riverglades)
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
2 nearby amenities within ~1.5 km
1 swimming pools
Local character & venue list
Local character
- Limited walkable amenities nearby
- Walkability proxy
- 2/100
- Cafés per 1,000 residents
- 0
- Food & drink per 1,000 residents
- 0
- Parks per 1,000 residents
- 0
Sport & outdoors(1)
- Swimming pool
Other(1)
- Slipway
Names and addresses from OpenStreetMap. Unnamed venues show as their type (e.g. Cafe). Transport stops are summarised by type rather than listed individually.
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
Green cover
- Parks & woodland (OSM)
- 1
- Parks (OSM)
- 0
OpenStreetMap parks and natural woodland features mapped within the suburb boundary.
Contributes to desirability score · Environment (10%)
Parks and green cover (OpenStreetMap)
Data sources & freshness
- OpenStreetMap green cover — OpenStreetMap contributors · current · Updated
Health access
- Nearest hospital
- Murray Bridge Soldiers' Memorial Hospital (3.7 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)
- 46
- Participants per 1,000 residents
- 49.0
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· 3 proposals
March 2026
- Proposed works: Erect a freestanding Stratco “Outback Sunroof” pergola, Type 1F, in the rear yard at 30 Swan Road, Riverglades. Size: Approximately 8.0m x 3.9m. Description: Freestanding pergola structure with Stratco Sunroof system (Type 1F). Stormwater: Roof runoff to be managed on site and directed to the existing/proposed 2000L Slimline SLR rainwater tank (as shown on site plan). Location: Positioned in the backyard as shown on the submitted site plan. Construction/footings: To be installed30 SWAN RD RIVERGLADES SA 5253Decision Made
- Retaining walls, fence and swimming pool.110 MITCHELL AV RIVERGLADES SA 5253Decision Made
January 2026
- Dwelling alterations and additions to existing two storey dwelling - bedroom, ensuite and garage at ground level12 TORRENS RD RIVERGLADES SA 5253Under Assessment
2025· 18 proposals
December 2025
- Outbuilding (lean-to)120 MITCHELL AV RIVERGLADES SA 5253Decision Made
November 2025
- 9.5m long x 7m wide x 2.9m - 3.5m high Skillion Shed16A TOOMA DR RIVERGLADES SA 5253Decision Made
September 2025
- Outbuilding (shed) 15m x 12m79 -85 THULE DR RIVERGLADES SA 5253Decision Made
- Outbuilding (garage)140 MITCHELL AV RIVERGLADES SA 5253Decision Made
- Dwelling addition and outdoor area. Additional WC and hand basin in existing shed.30 MITCHELL AV RIVERGLADES SA 5253Decision Made
August 2025
- Proposed 9m long x 6m wide x 2.7m high Shed.142 MITCHELL AV RIVERGLADES SA 5253Decision Made
- Outbuilding (garage), Ancillary Accommodation and Verandah5 DIAMANTINA CT RIVERGLADES SA 5253Under Assessment
- Colourbond Shed - Dimensions: 18.3m x 9.156m wide x 4.692m overall7 MURRAY DR RIVERGLADES SA 5253Decision Made
June 2025
- Proposed minor alterations to existing two storey dwelling Proposed dwelling additions to Ground and First Floor areas Proposed Verandah23 TORRENS RD RIVERGLADES SA 5253Under Assessment
- Freestanding carport sited towards the rear of the allotment14 TOOMA DR RIVERGLADES SA 5253Under Assessment
May 2025
- Garage with attached carport and associated earthworks and retaining walls; and Retrospective approval of a shed extension, garden shed and freestanding canopy31 LODDON RD RIVERGLADES SA 5253Decision Made
- Outbuilding - Shed48 TORRENS RD RIVERGLADES SA 5253Decision Made
April 2025
- Installation of swimming pool and safety barriers17A SWAN RD RIVERGLADES SA 5253Decision Made
March 2025
- Stratco Outback Cooldek patio, Colourbond/Powdercoat finishes also including wood posts. Attached to house, design will wrap around the house with a hip end joining the patios together in an L shape design. Sizing 16560mm/9530mm Long x 3500mm Wide x 2600 High Used for entertainment purposes.116 MITCHELL AV RIVERGLADES SA 5253Decision Made
- Two (2) retaining walls23 TOOMA DR RIVERGLADES SA 5253Decision Made
February 2025
- Partially enclosed carport attached to existing shed28 BRISBANE ST RIVERGLADES SA 5253Decision Made
- Swimming pool and safety barrier5A TIMOTHY JAMES CT RIVERGLADES SA 5253Decision Made
January 2025
- Swimming pool & safety fence and verandah65 MURRAY DR RIVERGLADES SA 5253Decision Made
2024· 15 proposals
September 2024
- Retaining walls along the entire rear boundary, a portion of the side boundary, forward of the existing dwelling, and to replace a section of broken retaining walls internally within the site; and Colorbond (Woodland Grey) fence along the entire rear boundary7 KATHERINE CT RIVERGLADES SA 5253Decision Made
- detached dwelling1 DERWENT AV RIVERGLADES SA 5253Decision Made
July 2024
- Verandah26 SWAN RD RIVERGLADES SA 5253Decision Made
June 2024
- Verandah extension attached to existing dwelling5 EMU RD RIVERGLADES SA 5253Decision Made
- Single-storey Detached Dwelling.140-142 MITCHELL AV RIVERGLADES SA 5253Decision Made
- Detached Dwelling Domestic Outbuilding (Shed) Two (2) x 22500 litre rainwater tanksLOT 1 TOOMA DR RIVERGLADES SA 5253Decision Made
April 2024
- Free standing carport 12m x 6.9m x 3.3m(post height)55 THULE DR RIVERGLADES SA 5253Decision Made
March 2024
- Verandah22 RAYMOND RD RIVERGLADES SA 5253Decision Made
February 2024
- Two-storey detached dwelling including balcony and the following under the main roof: - Front porch; - Double garage; - Two (2) alfresco Swimming pool, associated safety fencing and garden shed for the siting of the pool pump & filter; Garage (Outbuilding); Earthworks within a designated flood overlay43 TOOMA DR RIVERGLADES SA 5253Decision Made
January 2024
- Verandah 13m x 1.9m x 2.4m(post height)33 SWAN RD RIVERGLADES SA 5253Decision Made
- Five-sided steel carport (Gazebo) with open sides, pitched roof on concrete pads: • 5-sided pavilion with 25o pitched iron roof – location and specifications as per attached document • Pentagon shape maximises use of paving area and allows carport space with entry and exit for vehicles • Equal sides of 3.6m each • 100 mm steel posts in 400x400x600mm concrete pads • Post height is approx. 2.2-2.4m accounting for 200mm fall in ground • Centre height is approx. 3.7m • Steel posts 90x90mm, fascia be8B MURRAY DR RIVERGLADES SA 5253Decision Made
- Addition of set of stairs to an existing deck19 DERWENT AV RIVERGLADES SA 5253Decision Made
- Single storey detached dwelling140-142 MITCHELL AV RIVERGLADES SA 5253Decision Made
- Freestanding shed building8A MURRAY DR RIVERGLADES SA 5253Decision Made
- Shed 12.2m x 9.2m x 3.6m(wall height)7 TIMOTHY JAMES CT RIVERGLADES SA 5253Decision Made
2023· 4 proposals
November 2023
- Shed12 ILLMAN AV RIVERGLADES SA 5253Decision Made
October 2023
- free-standing verandah7 MURRAY DR RIVERGLADES SA 5253Decision Made
- New House with alfresco, portico and garage UMR7 TIMOTHY JAMES CT RIVERGLADES SA 5253Decision Made
September 2023
- Garage (Outbuilding) ancillary to existing dwelling3A TIMOTHY JAMES CT RIVERGLADES SA 5253Decision 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
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
- Barker
- Member of Parliament
- Tony PASIN (Liberal)
- Results from
- 2025 federal election
- Electorate enrolment (2025)
- 127,045
- Turnout (2025)
- 92.6%
- Swing since 2022 (2025)
- +3.6 pp toward Labor
Two-party preferred (2025)
Coalition 63.0%Labor 37.0%
Estimated suburb voting profile
Estimated from 8 nearby ordinary polling places (up to 20.7 km away).
Coalition 60.3%Labor 39.7%
2.7 percentage points more Labor-leaning than the electorate
Estimated swing since 2022: +4.1 pp toward Labor
Nearest polling places
- Murray Bridge EastLabor 36.2% · Coalition 63.8% TPP (2025)1.7 km away
- Murray BridgeLabor 47.1% · Coalition 52.9% TPP (2025)3.2 km away
- Murray Bridge SouthLabor 48.6% · Coalition 51.4% TPP (2025)4.0 km away
- Murray Bridge WestLabor 40.8% · Coalition 59.2% TPP (2025)4.2 km away
- MypolongaLabor 37.4% · Coalition 62.6% TPP (2025)8.4 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)
- 4/10
- IRSD decile (2021)
- 5/10
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
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