SA · Charles Sturt Council
Woodville Park, SA, 5011
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Desirability score
Suburb snapshot
Woodville Park is a small locality in the Charles Sturt area, home to around 1,852 residents (2021 Census). Available data shows 134 offences in 2024–25 (Jul–Jun) with falling year-on-year trends (-43%), roughly 72.4 offences per 1,000 residents, median weekly rent around $470 (flats $465, houses $620), median house prices near $1,320,000 (up 35% recently), 11 public transport stops within the suburb, a reasonable spread of amenities, 1 active roadworks or transport incidents on nearby routes, and notable planning and development activity on record. See the sections below for population, safety, schools and local activity.
Population
- Population
- 1,852
- Median age
- 36
- Median household income / week
- $1,743
- Dwelling vacancy
- 8.3%
- Unoccupied private dwellings
- 61 of 736
- Median monthly mortgage
- $1,900
- Employment rate
- 63.1%
- Dwelling mix (houses / semi / flats)
- 43 / 120 / 35
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 · 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)
- $465
- Houses (01/01/26 to 31/03/26)
- $620
- All types (01/01/26 to 31/03/26)
- $470
- Rental bonds lodged (01/01/26 to 31/03/26)
- 20
- Median house price (Q1 2026)
- $1,320,000
- Median price change
- +35.4%
Median weekly rent from SA Housing Authority rental bond data. Figures can be unreliable where few bonds were lodged in the quarter.
Contributes to desirability score · Housing (15%) · Future Growth (7%)
Median price, rental yield and vacancy Recent price momentum
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)
- 134
- Against the person
- 20
- Against property
- 114
- Rate per 1,000 residents
- 72.4
- Person-crime prevalence
- About 1 in 93 residents
- State safety percentile
- 77th (lower crime is better)
- Family & domestic abuse offences
- 121
- Decrease (daily rate)
- -43.3%
Reported offences decreased compared with the previous period.
Reported offences by period
Most common offence types
- Other Property Damage And Environmental8
- Other Theft51
- Sct - Non Residence7
- Serious Assault Not Resulting In Injury11
- Theft From Shop25
Contributes to desirability score · Safety (18%)
Crime rate and year-on-year trend
Data sources & freshness
- SAPOL reported crime statistics — South Australia Police — OpenData · Period: 2023-24 → 2024-25; 2024-25 · Updated on site · Financial-year releases
Schools & preschools
- Median school ICSEA
- 1,076
- Whitefriars SchoolPrimary · ICSEA 1076
Contributes to desirability score · Education (15%)
School and preschool counts, median school ICSEA
Data sources & freshness
- School ICSEA (ACARA) — Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority · Period: 2025 · Updated on site · Annual ACARA release
Public transport
11 public transport stops in this suburb
- Stop 12 David Tce - West side
- Stop 13 David Tce - West side
- Stop 17 Port Rd - North East side
- Stop 18 Port Rd - North side
- Woodville Park Railway Station
Contributes to desirability score · Accessibility (15%)
Public transport stop coverage
Data sources & freshness
- Adelaide Metro GTFS stops — Department for Infrastructure and Transport (SA) · Period: current · Updated on site · GTFS static feed
Roadworks & transport
1 active roadworks / incidents
- Sewer ConnectionPort Road, Marlborough Av25 Jun 2026 – 05 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.
200 planning-related records
2026· 21 proposals
June 2026
- Carport forward of the existing dwelling18 GARTH ST WOODVILLE PARK SA 5011Under Assessment
- Torrens Title Land Division - one allotment into two33 RANELAGH ST WOODVILLE PARK SA 5011Under Assessment
May 2026
- Outbuilding to the rear of the existing dwelling.21 GARTH ST WOODVILLE PARK SA 5011Under Assessment
- Two Storey Detached Dwelling31 BALMORAL ST WOODVILLE PARK SA 5011Under Assessment
- Replacement structure (carport) to side and verandah to rear of the existing dwelling127 OSBORNE AV WOODVILLE PARK SA 5011Decision Made
- Additions and alterations to the rear of the existing dwelling, including an alfresco area, outbuilding, and swimming pool located to the rear of the proposed additions, and the demolition of the existing verandah74 WINDSOR AV WOODVILLE PARK SA 5011Under Assessment
- Two storey detached dwelling61A DAVID TCE WOODVILLE PARK SA 5011Under Assessment
April 2026
- Storage Shed134 OSBORNE AV WOODVILLE PARK SA 5011Decision Made
- Additions and alterations sited to the rear of the existing dwelling, with an underground cellar including a carport extension to the rear of the existing dwelling.69 WINDSOR AV WOODVILLE PARK SA 5011Under Assessment
- Removal of 2 Significant tree - Agonis flexuosa – Willow Myrtle651 PORT RD WOODVILLE PARK SA 5011Decision Made
- Verandah to the rear of the existing dwelling57 WINDSOR AV WOODVILLE PARK SA 5011Decision Made
- New dwelling to rear and carport to existing residence33 RANELAGH ST WOODVILLE PARK SA 5011Under Assessment
March 2026
- Ancillary accommodation and shed to the rear of the existing dwelling53 RUSSELL TCE WOODVILLE PARK SA 5011Decision Made
- Two storey residential flat building compromising two dwellings with associated carparking and landscaping and construction of paved common driveway96 HARVEY ST E WOODVILLE PARK SA 5011;LOT 1 HARVEY ST E WOODVILLE PARK SA 5011Under Assessment
- 1.2m high picket fence to the front boundary.59 WINDSOR AV WOODVILLE PARK SA 5011Decision Made
- Single storey detached dwelling33 RADSTOCK ST WOODVILLE PARK SA 5011Decision Made
February 2026
- Dwelling addition96 OSBORNE AV WOODVILLE PARK SA 5011Decision Made
- Alterations and additions to the side of the existing dwelling with Verandah at the front and rear34 BELMORE TCE WOODVILLE PARK SA 5011Under Assessment
- Change in land use to bulky goods showroom and warehouse together with signage659 PORT RD WOODVILLE PARK SA 5011Under Assessment
January 2026
- Change in land use for portion of the subject land, including 30 Ranelagh Street, 30A Ranelagh St and 32 Ranelagh St to educational facility for the creation of outdoor play space, maintenance shed and fencing30 RANELAGH ST WOODVILLE PARK SA 5011;30A RANELAGH ST WOODVILLE PARK SA 5011;32 RANELAGH ST WOODVILLE PARK SA 5011;41 -45 BEAUFORT ST WOODVILLE PARK SA 5011;49 -55 BEAUFORT ST WOODVILLE PARK SA 5011Under Assessment
- Variation to Development Application 22014433 to amend the external colour scheme and finishes to the front dwelling only, including changes to the roof, gutters/fascia, windows and garage door, rendered/painted surfaces and face brick selection.34 MARLBOROUGH AV WOODVILLE PARK SA 5011;36 MARLBOROUGH AV WOODVILLE PARK SA 5011Under Assessment
2025· 19 proposals
December 2025
- Change of land use from motor repair to light industry663 PORT RD WOODVILLE PARK SA 5011Decision Made
- Two, single storey detached dwellingsLOT 51 BROOKER CT WOODVILLE PARK SA 5011Decision Made
- Removal of one regulated Melia Azedarach (White Cedar) tree sited at the rear of the existing dwelling.105 DAVID TCE WOODVILLE PARK SA 5011Decision Made
- Verandah to the rear of the existing dwelling10 BROOKER CT WOODVILLE PARK SA 5011Decision Made
November 2025
- We currently have a double garage with annexed garden shed made from brick and stone with a corrugated iron roof surrounded by an apron of concrete. This is located at the back corner of our block. We plan to demolish the structure and remove the concrete apron, then replace with an ordinary 'off-the-shelf' garden shed of a significantly reduce floor size.61 STANLEY ST WOODVILLE PARK SA 5011Decision Made
- Carport106 OSBORNE AV WOODVILLE PARK SA 5011Decision Made
- Alterations and additions to existing dwelling including proposed 2 metre wall extension on north-eastern boundary with a total height of 3.6 metres16 MARLBOROUGH AV WOODVILLE PARK SA 5011Decision Made
- Ancillary Accommodation to the rear of the existing dwelling44 RUSSELL TCE WOODVILLE PARK SA 5011Decision Made
October 2025
- Outbuilding (shed)50 RANELAGH ST WOODVILLE PARK SA 5011Decision Made
- Replace existing Pool37 BEAUFORT ST WOODVILLE PARK SA 5011Decision Made
September 2025
- Shed located at the rear of the existing dwelling53 RUSSELL TCE WOODVILLE PARK SA 5011Decision Made
- Demolition of standalone single-storey redundant school building to allow for more play and outdoor space41 -45 BEAUFORT ST WOODVILLE PARK SA 5011Decision Made
- Verandah to the rear of the existing dwelling4 PARK ST S WOODVILLE PARK SA 5011Decision Made
- Land Division 2 into 6 Community Title107 DAVID TCE WOODVILLE PARK SA 5011;109 DAVID TCE WOODVILLE PARK SA 5011Decision Made
August 2025
- Carport and verandah to the rear of the existing dwelling (replacement structures)UNIT 1 48 BEAUFORT ST WOODVILLE PARK SA 5011Decision Made
- Masonry fence sited to the front of the property67 HARVEY ST E WOODVILLE PARK SA 5011Decision Made
- Change in land use for western portion of building to consulting rooms61A DAVID TCE WOODVILLE PARK SA 5011Decision Made
July 2025
- Community Title Land Division - 1 into 1055 DAVID TCE WOODVILLE PARK SA 5011Decision Made
- Boundary fencing consisting of 2.4m high post and rail fence between 28 and 30 Ranelagh Street, 2.7m high post and rail fence between 32 and 34 Ranelagh Street, and 2.4m high tubular fence to Ranelagh Street boundary28 RANELAGH ST WOODVILLE PARK SA 5011;30 RANELAGH ST WOODVILLE PARK SA 5011;30A RANELAGH ST WOODVILLE PARK SA 5011;32 RANELAGH ST WOODVILLE PARK SA 5011Decision 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 · Period: 2020–2026 · Updated on site
Amenities
16 nearby amenities within ~1.5 km
- Stop 12 David Terrace - West sideBus stop
- Stop 13 David Terrace - West sideBus stop
- Stop 14 David Terrace - West sideBus stop
- Stop 15 Kilkenny Road - West sideBus stop
- Stop 16 Port Road - North East sideBus stop
- Stop 17 Port Road - North East sideBus stop
- Stop 18 Port Road - North sideBus stop
- Stop 19 Port Road - North sideBus stop
- Mio PiattoCafe
- Auto MastersCar repair
Names and addresses from OpenStreetMap. Unnamed venues show as their type (e.g. Cafe).
Contributes to desirability score · Lifestyle (15%)
Food, shopping, recreation and sport (OpenStreetMap)
Data sources & freshness
- OpenStreetMap amenities — OpenStreetMap contributors · Period: current · Updated on site · Weekly refresh
Socio-economic (SEIFA)
- IRSAD decile (2021)
- 6/10
- IRSD decile (2021)
- 5/10
SEIFA indexes from ABS 2021. Decile 10 = most advantaged / least disadvantaged in Australia.
Contributes to desirability score · Community (5%)
Socio-economic advantage (IRSAD decile)
Data sources & freshness
- SEIFA 2021 (IRSAD / IRSD) — Australian Bureau of Statistics · Period: 2021 · Updated on site · 2021 SEIFA release
Heritage
210 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
Hazards
- Bushfire planning zone
- No overlay at centroid
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 · Period: current · Updated on site
Desirability index
- Desirability score
- 44.2/100
- National rank
- 2484th in Australia
- State rank
- 244th in SA
- Peer rank
- #58 among Metro Adelaide · Growth area suburbs
- Cohort rank
- #186 among Metro Adelaide suburbs
- Data confidence
- 79%
Data sources & freshness
- Suburb Guide desirability index — Suburb Guide (derived score) · Period: current · Updated on site · Derived from source metrics
Recent changes
- Other Property Damage And Environmentalcrime8
- Other Theftcrime51
- Sct - Non Residencecrime7
- Serious Assault Not Resulting In Injurycrime11
- Theft From Shopcrime25
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Data sources & freshness
- SA Heritage Places database — Department for Environment and Water (SA) · Updated on site
- SAPOL reported crime statistics — South Australia Police — OpenData · Updated on site · Financial-year releases
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