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SA · Barossa Council
Stockwell, 5355
Est. population · Jun 2025
599
Growth (1 yr)
+0.8%
Growth (5 yr)
+5.3%
Median age
37
Median income
$2,025/wk
Employment rate
67.5%
Languages at home
1.2%non-English
Mostly English at home
2021 Census · usual residence
Desirability score
- Heritage area
- Green suburb
- Excellent transport
- National parks
- High desirability
Suburb profile
Stockwell offers a slower smaller community life in Barossa Council, with open surrounds and a close-knit community feel. Residents are mostly families and working professionals, with a strong presence of young families throughout. The pace is unhurried, with local businesses and community spots doing the heavy lifting.
Local shops are sparse, so a fuller set of amenities usually means travelling to a neighbouring town or regional hub. Green space punches above what many regional towns offer, with parks and playgrounds woven through the suburb. Day-to-day life is more car-oriented here, with buses covering longer trips across the wider area.
Housing sits in the middle of the local market: neither cheap nor premium. The built character feels settled, with heritage streetscapes lending the area a sense of history.
Against similar regional towns, the suburb sits below average overall, mainly because local dining and lifestyle amenities lag behind, despite relative strength in safety. Limited access to some essential local services also trimmed the result.
At a glance
Stockwell snapshot
A quick read of housing, growth, livability, and risk
Median rent
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No data available
Population (ERP)
599
+0.8% annual growth
Dwelling vacancy
7.1%
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
#22
among Country & regional · Emerging
Safety
9th
percentile in state (higher = safer)
Pop. growth
68th
percentile in SA
Advantage (IRSAD)
5/10
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
- 39.5/100 — Below average
- National rank
- 3867th in Australia
- State rank
- 417th in SA
- Peer rank
- #22 among Country & regional · Emerging suburbs
- Cohort rank
- #84 among Country & regional suburbs
- Data confidence
- 70%
Data sources & freshness
- Suburb Guide desirability index — Suburb Guide (derived) · current · Updated
Population
Estimated resident population
599(June 2025)
+0.8% annual · +5.3% over 5 years · 68th percentile in SA
Growth figures & methodology
- Annual growth
- +0.8%
- 5-year growth
- +5.3%
- Change in 1 year
- +5
- Change in 5 years
- +30
- 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 (~650), extrapolated at +1.0% average annual growth since 2011. It is illustrative only — not an official ABS forecast.
2021 Census figures
2021 Census
- Population
- 516
- Median age
- 37
- Median household income / week
- $2,025
- Dwelling vacancy
- 7.1%
- Unoccupied private dwellings
- 12 of 170
- Median monthly mortgage
- $1,573
- Employment rate
- 67.5%
- Dwelling mix (houses / semi / flats)
- 158 / 3 / 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
Offence counts & rates
- Total offences (2024–25)
- 6
- Against the person
- 1
- Against property
- 5
- Rate per 1,000 residents
- 10
- Person-crime prevalence
- About 1 in 516 residents
- State safety percentile
- 9.2th (lower crime is better)
- Family & domestic abuse offences
- 41
Most common offence types
- Common Assault1
- Other Fraud, Deception And Related Offences1
- Other Property Damage And Environmental1
- Other Theft1
- Other Unlawful Entry With Intent2
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
- Stockwell Rd / Duckponds Rd - West side (Stockwell)
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
1 nearby amenities within ~1.5 km
1 pubs
Local character & venue list
Local character
- Limited walkable amenities nearby
- Great for outdoor family life — 2 parks mapped in suburb
- Walkability proxy
- 4/100
- Cafés per 1,000 residents
- 0
- Food & drink per 1,000 residents
- 1.94
- Parks per 1,000 residents
- 3.88
Food & drink(1)
- Stockwell HotelPub
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)
- 5
- Parks (OSM)
- 2
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
- Angaston District Hospital (6.8 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)
- 19
- Participants per 1,000 residents
- 31.7
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° / 13°
- Rainfall
- 69 mm · ~9 rainy days
Autumn (Mar–May)
- Usual max / min
- 22° / 9°
- Rainfall
- 80 mm · ~10 rainy days
Winter (Jun–Aug)
- Usual max / min
- 14° / 5°
- Rainfall
- 142 mm · ~18 rainy days
Spring (Sep–Nov)
- Usual max / min
- 21° / 8°
- Rainfall
- 125 mm · ~16 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· 6 proposals
July 2026
- Construction of an outbuilding4 RAILWAY TCE STOCKWELL SA 5355Decision Made
June 2026
- Construction of a store building to the rear of an existing dwelling10 DUCK PONDS RD STOCKWELL SA 5355Under Assessment
April 2026
- Dwelling addition including patio, verandah/deck and bathroom/laundry extension.11 STOCKWELL RD STOCKWELL SA 5355Under Assessment
February 2026
- Carport144 LIGHT PASS RD STOCKWELL SA 5355Decision Made
January 2026
- Single storey detached dwelling with ancillary carport forward of the building line and outbuilding to side of dwelling6A TUCKER PDE STOCKWELL SA 5355Under Assessment
- Verandah24 MICKAN RD STOCKWELL SA 5355Decision Made
2025· 10 proposals
September 2025
- Placement of a building to be used for tourist accommodation (up to 3 guests)908 RESEARCH RD STOCKWELL SA 5355Under Assessment
- verandah7 SCHLIEBS RD STOCKWELL SA 5355Decision Made
August 2025
- Construction of verandah (measuring 3.8m x 12m x 3.2m post height)1 DUCK PONDS RD STOCKWELL SA 5355Decision Made
- Installation of in-ground fibreglass swimming pool and associated safety features7 SCHLIEBS RD STOCKWELL SA 5355Decision Made
- Construction of a verandah (measuring 6m x 4m x 3m post height)4 PLAINS RD STOCKWELL SA 5355Decision Made
June 2025
- Construction of a domestic outbuilding (measuring 13.25m x 5.4m x 2.7m wall height)8A RAILWAY TCE STOCKWELL SA 5355Decision Made
- Partial demolition of existing dwelling (some external walls); construction of a dwelling addition consisting of ensuite, bathroom, kitchen/dining/living area, verandah under main roof; construction of a carport (measuring 6m x 11.5m x 3m post height)3 STOCKWELL RD STOCKWELL SA 5355Decision Made
March 2025
- Fibreglass Swimming Pool & safety barrier8A RAILWAY TCE STOCKWELL SA 5355Decision Made
- Construction of a carport 4.9m * 9.2m * 3.2m post height30 MICKAN RD STOCKWELL SA 5355Decision Made
- Construction of an extension to an existing domestic outbuilding (measuring 5.8m x 12m x 3.065m wall height)50 LAUCKE DR STOCKWELL SA 5355Decision Made
2024· 9 proposals
November 2024
- The proposal involves the installation of a swim spa measuring 3880mm x 2280mm x 1240mm, complete with a cover. The designated area is enclosed by 1800mm-high fencing.19 KING ST N STOCKWELL SA 5355Decision Made
September 2024
- Fibreglass Swimming Pool & associated safety barrier24 LAUCKE DR STOCKWELL SA 5355Decision Made
August 2024
- Construction of domestic outbuilding - Garaport (garage portion measuring 7.7m x 12.3m x 3.0m wall height & carport portion measuring 7.7m x 6.1m x 3.0m post height)LOT 82 RAILWAY TCE STOCKWELL SA 5355Decision Made
June 2024
- Installation of ground mounted photovoltaic solar panel system (142kW) and associated infrastructure and fencing63 LIGHT PASS RD STOCKWELL SA 5355Decision Made
- Alterations and Additions to existing single storey detached dwelling (including alterations to swimming pool safety fence/barrier)152 LIGHT PASS RD STOCKWELL SA 5355Decision Made
April 2024
- Construction of Single Storey Detached Dwelling with double garage and verandahs under main roof; Construction of combined retaining wall and fencing up to 3.71m24 KING ST N STOCKWELL SA 5355Decision Made
February 2024
- Construction of a domestic outbuilding - Garage (measuring 6.2m x 12.2m x 3.048m wall height) and erection of fencing (within Historic Area)20 DUCK PONDS RD STOCKWELL SA 5355Decision Made
- Construction of attached verandah (measuring 8.0m x 7.6m x 3.5m maximum height)24 MICKAN RD STOCKWELL SA 5355Decision Made
January 2024
- Construction of a domestic outbuilding - garage (measuring 6.0m x 6.0m x 3.025m wall height)28 KING ST N STOCKWELL SA 5355Decision Made
2023· 12 proposals
November 2023
- Construction of a 160ML irrigation dam, with max fill of 11m and max cut of 6.5mLOT 4 DUCK PONDS RD STOCKWELL SA 5355Under Assessment
- Construction of a domestic outbuilding - shed/garage (measuring 9.0m x 6.0m x 2.7m wall height)11 LAUCKE DR STOCKWELL SA 5355Decision Made
- Construction of building to be used for Light Industry (workshop) measuring 28.5m x 15.4m x 8.0m wall height; and Construction of Store in association with existing Light Industry measuring 25.5m x 15.4m x 3.9m wall height3052B STURT HWY STOCKWELL SA 5355Under Assessment
- Construction of a Verandah attached to the side of an existing dwelling42 LAUCKE DR STOCKWELL SA 5355Decision Made
September 2023
- Fibreglass In-Ground Swimming Pool1 DUCK PONDS RD STOCKWELL SA 5355Decision Made
August 2023
- Construction of an Inground swimming pool and associated safety fence; Construction of a domestic outbuilding - pool shed (measuring 9.1m x 3.995m x 3.05m wall height)6 RAILWAY TCE STOCKWELL SA 5355Decision Made
June 2023
- Construction of a shelter over the pre-existing biogas skid and slab (measuring 3.3m x 3.0m x 2.7m max wall height, skillion roof)LOT 364 PIPELINE RD STOCKWELL SA 5355Decision Made
- Construction of in-ground swimming pool and associated safety fencing42 LAUCKE DR STOCKWELL SA 5355Decision Made
May 2023
- Demolition of an old wine cellar production area; Construction of a new low-alcohol production facility, including two new tank farms3182-3184 STURT HWY STOCKWELL SA 5355Decision Made
- Demolition of an existing domestic outbuilding; Construction of a domestic outbuilding - domestic storage & wood store (6.0m x 4.0m x 2.7m wall height)3 STOCKWELL RD STOCKWELL SA 5355Decision Made
February 2023
- Construction of a domestic outbuilding - garage (measuring 7.0m x 6.1m x 3.0m wall height)16 LAUCKE DR STOCKWELL SA 5355Decision Made
January 2023
- Construction of a single-storey dwelling addition in association with an existing single-storey detached dwelling & associated earthworks12 DUCK PONDS RD STOCKWELL SA 5355Decision Made
2022· 4 proposals
November 2022
- Construction of two domestic outbuildings - freestanding carports (measuring 6.0m x 6.18m x 3.0m post height)1 DUCK PONDS RD STOCKWELL SA 5355Decision Made
- Demolition and replacement of existing gable & skillion roof verandah attached to dwelling; Construction of a domestic outbuilding - freestanding carport (measuring 6.6m x 6.0m x 3.0m post height)27 KING ST N STOCKWELL SA 5355Decision Made
October 2022
- Land Division - 1 into 2 Torrens Title Allotments6 TUCKER PDE STOCKWELL SA 5355Decision Made
- Construction of a domestic outbuilding - free-standing carport (measuring 9.2m x 3.865m x 3.0m gutter height)21-23 KING ST N STOCKWELL SA 5355Decision 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
Heritage
18 heritage places
- 1854 Flour Mill and 1942 extension (Laucke's Flour Mill)17 - 21 Duck Ponds Road STOCKWELLState heritage
- Farmhouse (Carrara) and Outbuildings153 Duck Ponds Road STOCKWELLLocal heritage
- House4 King Street North STOCKWELLLocal heritage
- House6-8 King Street South STOCKWELLLocal heritage
- House10-12 King Street South corner Queen Street STOCKWELLLocal heritage
- House6-8 Plains Road STOCKWELLLocal heritage
- House2 Queen Street (corner Stockwell Road) STOCKWELLLocal heritage
- House (former Post Office)11-13 Duck Ponds Road STOCKWELLLocal heritage
- House - c18609 Duckponds Road STOCKWELLContributory item
- House and Outbuilding2 Prince Street (corner Stockwell Road) STOCKWELLLocal heritage
Data sources & freshness
- SA Heritage Places database — Department for Environment and Water (SA) · current · 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 15.1 km away).
Coalition 59.4%Labor 40.6%
3.6 percentage points more Labor-leaning than the electorate
Estimated swing since 2022: +5.9 pp toward Labor
Nearest polling places
- StockwellLabor 40.5% · Coalition 59.5% TPP (2025)1.0 km away
- NuriootpaLabor 52.7% · Coalition 47.3% TPP (2025)6.2 km away
- AngastonLabor 47.7% · Coalition 52.3% TPP (2025)6.3 km away
- MocultaLabor 32.2% · Coalition 67.8% TPP (2025)6.3 km away
- TruroLabor 32.6% · Coalition 67.3% TPP (2025)7.2 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)
- 5/10
- IRSD decile (2021)
- 6/10
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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