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SA · Burnside Council

Rosslyn Park, SA, 5072

Current weather

10.5°CThunderstorm

87% humidity · 20.3 km/h wind · 12.2° / 9.5° today · 27.9 mm rain

Desirability index

85.2/100

#47 among Metro Adelaide suburbs

How this score is calculated

Suburb snapshot

Rosslyn Park is a small locality in the Burnside area, home to around 1,469 residents (2021 Census). Recent indicators show reported crime totals of around 28 offences in 2024–25 (Jul–Jun), roughly 19.1 offences per 1,000 residents, median weekly rent around $820 (flats $572, houses $1,125), median house prices near $2,305,000 (up 14% recently), 9 public transport stops within the suburb, a quieter amenity profile than busier neighbouring suburbs, and notable planning and development activity on record. Use the sections below for detailed population, safety, schools, and local activity data.

Population

Population
1,469
Median age
49
Median household income / week
$2,220
Dwelling vacancy
6.5%
Unoccupied private dwellings
40 of 618
Median monthly mortgage
$2,600
Employment rate
55.7%
Dwelling mix (houses / semi / flats)
27 / 61 / 39

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)
$572.5
Houses (01/01/26 to 31/03/26)
$1,125
All types (01/01/26 to 31/03/26)
$820
Rental bonds lodged (01/01/26 to 31/03/26)
5
Median house price (Q1 2026)
$2,305,000
Median price change
+14.5%

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)
28
Against the person
2
Against property
26
Rate per 1,000 residents
19.1
Person-crime prevalence
About 1 in 734 residents
State safety percentile
25.1th (lower crime is better)
Family & domestic abuse offences
63
Year-on-year change
0%

Most common offence types

  • Other Property Damage And Environmental7
  • Sct - Non Residence2
  • Sct - Residence8
  • Theft From Motor Vehicle4
  • Theft/Illegal Use Of Mv3

Data sources & freshness

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

Public transport

9 public transport stops in this suburb

  • Stop 17 The Parade - South side
  • Stop 17A Kensington Rd - North side
  • Stop 18A Penfold Rd - East side
  • Stop 18A Penfold Rd - West side
  • Stop 19 The Parade - South side

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Planning & development

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

122 planning-related records

2026· 5 proposals

  • May 2026

  • Removal of one (1) x regulated Eucalyptus torquata (Coral Gum) from Penfold Wine Reserve 67 Penfold Road, Rosslyn Park
    LOT 36 PENFOLD RD ROSSLYN PARK SA 5072Decision Made

  • April 2026

  • Two two-storey detached dwellings, two swimming pools and associated pool equipment and safety barriers; masonry front fence, retaining walls and boundary fencing; and tree-damaging activity including removal of one significant Cedrus atlantica ‘glauca’ (Blue Atlas Cedar) and one significant Arbutus unedo (Irish Strawberry) tree
    40 PARK AV ROSSLYN PARK SA 5072Under Assessment

  • March 2026

  • Carport and verandah
    435 KENSINGTON RD ROSSLYN PARK SA 5072Decision Made
  • Double storey dwellings including ancillary accommodation, swimming pools, retaining walls and fencing
    480 THE PARADE ROSSLYN PARK SA 5072Under Assessment
  • Double storey detached dwelling including retaining walls, fencing and swimming pool
    23 PRIMROSE TCE ROSSLYN PARK SA 5072Under Assessment
2025· 27 proposals

  • December 2025

  • Ancillary accommodation and swimming pool
    1 PRIMROSE TCE ROSSLYN PARK SA 5072Decision Made
  • Carport, shed and verandah
    435 KENSINGTON RD ROSSLYN PARK SA 5072Decision Made
  • Removal of one (1) significant tree - Elm tree
    UNIT 3 5 EDGCUMBE TCE ROSSLYN PARK SA 5072Decision Made

  • November 2025

  • Single storey dwelling alterations and additions
    21 PARK AV ROSSLYN PARK SA 5072Decision Made
  • VERANDAH
    14 GORDON TCE ROSSLYN PARK SA 5072Decision Made
  • Variation to ID 21019342 - Verandah
    1 WILSON CT ROSSLYN PARK SA 5072Decision Made
  • Front fence
    7 EDGCUMBE TCE ROSSLYN PARK SA 5072Decision Made
  • Construction of a two storey detached dwelling, swimming pool, front masonry pillar fence and associated retaining walls and landscaping
    566 THE PARADE ROSSLYN PARK SA 5072Under Assessment

  • October 2025

  • Double storey detached dwelling including associated demolition and earthworks
    2A MARY PENFOLD DR ROSSLYN PARK SA 5072Under Assessment
  • Louvre Verandah
    1 KADONGA AV ROSSLYN PARK SA 5072Decision Made
  • Shed
    5 LANARK ST ROSSLYN PARK SA 5072Decision Made
  • Swimming Pool & Safety Fences
    558 THE PARADE ROSSLYN PARK SA 5072Decision Made

  • September 2025

  • Building Alteration and replace Internal fitouts
    78 PENFOLD RD ROSSLYN PARK SA 5072Decision Made
  • Internal Alterations To Existing Dwelling and Pool Safety Barrier Modifications To Existing Indoor Pool
    7 -8 GILLARD DR ROSSLYN PARK SA 5072Decision Made

  • August 2025

  • Removal of one (1) Significant tree Ulmus procera - English Elm
    35 PRIMROSE TCE ROSSLYN PARK SA 5072Decision Made

  • July 2025

  • Outbuilding and louvre verandahs
    29 PARK AV ROSSLYN PARK SA 5072Decision Made
  • Two (2) pergolas, outbuilding (shed), spa, retaining walls and fencing
    3 ANGOVE CT ROSSLYN PARK SA 5072Decision Made

  • June 2025

  • Dwelling addition and Outbuilding
    25 HYLAND TCE ROSSLYN PARK SA 5072Under Assessment
  • Ancillary accommodation with associated verandah, upgradation to existing pool, deck
    18 PARK AV ROSSLYN PARK SA 5072Decision Made
  • Single storey detached dwelling, retaining walls, fencing and removal of one (1) significant tree
    LOT 100 HYLAND TCE ROSSLYN PARK SA 5072Decision Made
  • New in ground concrete swimming pool (6m x 3m)
    44 PARK AV ROSSLYN PARK SA 5072Decision Made

  • May 2025

  • Internal Fitouts
    78 PENFOLD RD ROSSLYN PARK SA 5072Decision Made
  • INGROUND SWIMMING POOL AND ASSOCIATED SAFETY BARRIERS
    33 HYLAND TCE ROSSLYN PARK SA 5072Decision Made
  • Outbuilding - Shed measuring 9m x 8m with overall height of 5m.
    UNIT 1-5 91 PENFOLD RD ROSSLYN PARK SA 5072Decision Made

  • April 2025

  • Cellar Door alterations and Internal refurbishment works
    78 PENFOLD RD ROSSLYN PARK SA 5072Under Assessment

  • March 2025

  • New in ground concrete swimming pool (9m x 3m)
    18 HYLAND TCE ROSSLYN PARK SA 5072Decision Made

  • January 2025

  • Three (3) group dwellings, associated retaining walls and fencing and tree damaging activity (comprising removal of two (2) significant trees)
    79 PENFOLD RD ROSSLYN PARK SA 5072;81 PENFOLD RD ROSSLYN PARK SA 5072Decision Made
2024· 20 proposals

  • November 2024

  • Partial demolition of rear of dwelling, verandah, outbuilding (shed), retaining walls and fencing, ancillary accommodation, swimming pool with associated swimming pool safety features, and associated landscaping
    482A THE PARADE ROSSLYN PARK SA 5072Decision Made
  • Dwelling additions and alterations, Carport
    524 THE PARADE ROSSLYN PARK SA 5072Under Assessment

  • October 2024

  • Louvre Verandah
    425 KENSINGTON RD ROSSLYN PARK SA 5072Decision Made

  • September 2024

  • Dwelling additions and alterations
    36 HYLAND TCE ROSSLYN PARK SA 5072Decision Made
  • Removal of one (1) Regulated Cupressus macrocarpa “Aurea” (Golden Monterey Cypress) tree from council land.
    2 DALWOOD CT ROSSLYN PARK SA 5072Decision Made
  • Removal of one (1) regulated Ilex aquifolium (Holly) tree
    435 KENSINGTON RD ROSSLYN PARK SA 5072Decision Made
  • Single storey dwelling with double garage
    520 THE PARADE ROSSLYN PARK SA 5072Decision Made
  • Two storey detached dwelling, retaining walls, fencing and associated landscaping
    441 KENSINGTON RD ROSSLYN PARK SA 5072Decision Made
2023· 22 proposals

22 proposals lodged in 2023. Individual listings are kept for the most recent proposals.

2022· 20 proposals

20 proposals lodged in 2022. Individual listings are kept for the most recent proposals.

2021· 28 proposals

28 proposals lodged in 2021. Individual listings are kept for the most recent proposals.

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Amenities

13 nearby amenities within ~1.5 km

  • Stop 15A Kensington Road - North West sideBus stop
  • Stop 16A Kensington Road - North sideBus stop
  • Stop 17A Kensington Road - North sideBus stop
  • Stop 17A The Parade - South sideBus stop
  • Stop 17B The Parade - South sideBus stop
  • Stop 18 The Parade - South sideBus stop
  • Stop 18A Penfold Road - East sideBus stop
  • Stop 18A Penfold Road - West sideBus stop
  • Stop 19 Penfold Road - East sideBus stop
  • Stop 19 The Parade - South 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.

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Heritage

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Green cover

Parks & woodland (OSM)
1
Parks (OSM)
1

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
85.2/100
Cohort rank
#47 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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