SA · Barossa Council
Rowland Flat, SA, 5352
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Suburb snapshot
Rowland Flat is a small locality in the Barossa area, home to around 110 residents (2021 Census). Recent indicators show reported crime totals of around 3 offences in 2024–25 (Jul–Jun), roughly 27.3 offences per 1,000 residents, median weekly rent around $650, limited but present public transport access, 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
- 110
- Median age
- 45
- Median household income / week
- $1,958
- Dwelling vacancy
- 15%
- Unoccupied private dwellings
- 6 of 40
- Median monthly mortgage
- $2,182
- Employment rate
- 69.7%
- Dwelling mix (houses / semi / flats)
- 4 / 0 / 0
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
- Houses (01/01/26 to 31/03/26)
- $650
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 · Updated on site · Quarterly releases
Crime & safety
- Total offences (2024–25)
- 3
- Against the person
- 0
- Against property
- 3
- Rate per 1,000 residents
- 27.3
- State safety percentile
- 40.3th (lower crime is better)
- Family & domestic abuse offences
- 20
- Year-on-year change
- 0%
Most common offence types
- Other Property Damage And Environmental2
- Other Unlawful Entry With Intent1
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
2 public transport stops in this suburb
- Barossa Valley Way - East side (Orlando Wines)
- Barossa Valley Way - West side (Orlando Wines)
Data sources & freshness
- Adelaide Metro GTFS stops — Department for Infrastructure and Transport (SA) · Period: current · Updated on site · GTFS static feed
Planning & development
Development applications from PlanSA register (lodged 2020–2026) and EPA licensed activities.
29 planning-related records
2025· 4 proposals
September 2025
- Function venue (up to 60 persons) and installation of free-standing advertising signage in association with existing residential use and viticulture1887 BAROSSA VALLEY WAY ROWLAND FLAT SA 5352Under Assessment
April 2025
- Swimming pool and safety fence1758 BAROSSA VALLEY WAY ROWLAND FLAT SA 5352Decision Made
March 2025
- Construction of an agricultural building for Implement storage ancillary to the existing viticultural land useLOT 25 KOCH RD ROWLAND FLAT SA 5352Decision Made
January 2025
- Variation to Development Application 24016872 (Replace processing shed with open area occupied by fermenters and one additional bag press)1916 BAROSSA VALLEY WAY ROWLAND FLAT SA 5352Under Assessment
2024· 9 proposals
December 2024
- Construction of a single storey detached dwelling55 KOCH RD ROWLAND FLAT SA 5352Decision Made
August 2024
- Construction of 15 Units for the purposes of Tourist Accommodation and associated carports, retaining walls and access roadwayLOT 403 GOLFLINKS RD ROWLAND FLAT SA 5352Under Assessment
June 2024
- Alterations and additions to existing winery (comprising receival area, fermenter area, tank farm, processing building and canopy), including an operational crush capacity increase of 6,000 tonnes a year (up to 26,000) and construction of retaining wall1916 BAROSSA VALLEY WAY ROWLAND FLAT SA 5352;1956 BAROSSA VALLEY WAY ROWLAND FLAT SA 5352Decision Made
May 2024
- Construction of alterations and additions to existing dwelling, including demolition of existing lean to; Construction of swimming pool and associated deck1887 BAROSSA VALLEY WAY ROWLAND FLAT SA 5352Decision Made
March 2024
- Construction of alterations and additions to existing dwelling131 STEINGARTEN RD ROWLAND FLAT SA 5352Decision Made
- Demolition of a building (cellar 13) on a site containing a State Heritage Place1916 BAROSSA VALLEY WAY ROWLAND FLAT SA 5352Decision Made
February 2024
- Telecommunication facility comprising a 30 metre monopole, antennas, equipment cabinets and fencing.47 ST HALLETT RD ROWLAND FLAT SA 5352Under Assessment
- Variation to DA 22037462 - Revised Stormwater Management Plan25 ST HALLETT RD ROWLAND FLAT SA 5352Decision Made
January 2024
- Construction of a dwelling addition/alterations incorporating the partial demolition of existing dwelling (rear lean to), re-roofing (from tiles to metal cladding) and a deck (under main roof); and fencing (masonry up to 2.1m tall)1935 BAROSSA VALLEY WAY ROWLAND FLAT SA 5352Under Assessment
2023· 4 proposals
September 2023
- REPAIRS TO FIRE DAMAGED BOTTLING PLANT1916 BAROSSA VALLEY WAY ROWLAND FLAT SA 5352Decision Made
August 2023
- Installation and operation of one (1) FrostBoss C59 frost fan with a Perkins engine1842 BAROSSA VALLEY WAY ROWLAND FLAT SA 5352Decision Made
April 2023
- Construction of a tourist accommodation facility comprising twelve (12) freestanding tourist accommodation guest suites, a maintenance shed, carparking and landscapingGOLF LINKS RD ROWLAND FLAT SA 5352;LOT 403 GOLFLINKS RD ROWLAND FLAT SA 5352;LOT 404 GOLFLINKS RD ROWLAND FLAT SA 5352Under Assessment
February 2023
- Single storey detached dwelling with attached carport, verandah and deck and ancillary domestic outbuildingLOT 47 GOLFLINKS RD ROWLAND FLAT SA 5352;LOT 80 GOLFLINKS RD ROWLAND FLAT SA 5352Under Assessment
2022· 6 proposals
November 2022
- Change of use from Cooperage to Wine warehouse and cellar door; Includes building alterations and upgrades for a maximum 50 patrons; provision of customer carparking; freestanding stone wall (measuring 3.6m wide x 1.5m high) to display entry signage25 ST HALLETT RD ROWLAND FLAT SA 5352Decision Made
September 2022
- Construction of a boiler house & service tunnel; Construction of a hardstand area for installation of 8 x 7.5kL LPG tanks; Construction of a canopy and bunded plant area1916 BAROSSA VALLEY WAY ROWLAND FLAT SA 5352;1956 BAROSSA VALLEY WAY ROWLAND FLAT SA 5352Decision Made
June 2022
- Conversion of portion of winery to cellar door (shop) for onsite consumption of and sale of wine (max capacity 50 persons)35 CHURCH RD ROWLAND FLAT SA 5352Decision Made
April 2022
- Partial change of land use from farming to viticulture (14ha)LOT 47 GOLFLINKS RD ROWLAND FLAT SA 5352Decision Made
February 2022
- Stage 1 - Construction of Tourist Accommodation, Wellness Centre & Spa, Deck, Outbuilding 12m x 6m x 3.18m and Cellar Door. Stage 2 - Function Centre, associated Car Parking and Landscaping.1929 BAROSSA VALLEY WAY ROWLAND FLAT SA 5352;1935 BAROSSA VALLEY WAY ROWLAND FLAT SA 5352;LOT 125 BAROSSA VALLEY WAY ROWLAND FLAT SA 5352Under Assessment
January 2022
- Installation of a fiberglass swimming pool with associated safety fencing131 STEINGARTEN RD ROWLAND FLAT SA 5352Decision Made
2021· 2 proposals
December 2021
- The project consists of a 277m2 canopy, approximately 20.1m long x 13.8 wide x 6.5m high. The facility is proposed to provide cover for an existing packaging area.1916 BAROSSA VALLEY WAY ROWLAND FLAT SA 5352Decision Made
July 2021
- Construction of an agricultural building - implement shed (measuring 15.1m x 9.1m x 4.2m wall height)60 ARCHERY RD ROWLAND FLAT SA 5352Decision Made
Other· 4 proposals
- BANKSIA WINES PTY LIMITEDFood Production and Animal Plant ProcessingEPA licence
- PROPERTY INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT LIMITEDResource Recovery Waste Disposal and RelatedEPA licence
- VINARCHY AUSTRALIA LIMITEDFood Production and Animal Plant ProcessingEPA licence
- VINARCHY AUSTRALIA LIMITEDResource Recovery Waste Disposal and RelatedEPA licence
Data sources & freshness
- PlanSA development applications & EPA licences — Government of South Australia — PlanSA · Period: 2020–2026; 2021; 2022… · Updated on site
Amenities
1 nearby amenities within ~1.5 km
- Pernod PacificFast food
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)
- 9/10
- 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
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Data sources & freshness
- SA Heritage Places database — Department for Environment and Water (SA) · Period: current · Updated on site
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Data sources & freshness
- SA Heritage Places database — Department for Environment and Water (SA) · Updated on site
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