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SA · Alexandrina Council

Goolwa, 5214

Current weather

8.6°CLight drizzle

89% humidity · 30.9 km/h wind · 12.3° / 8.2° today · 25.4 mm rain

Desirability score

39.1/100

3440th in Australia

85% data confidence

How this score is calculated

Suburb snapshot

Goolwa is a smaller suburban community in the Alexandrina area, home to around 2,558 residents (2021 Census). Available data shows 75 offences in 2024–25 (Jul–Jun) with falling year-on-year trends (-35%), roughly 29.3 offences per 1,000 residents, median weekly rent around $485 (flats $380, houses $520), 3 school and preschool sites in the area, 5 public transport stops within the suburb, fewer mapped amenities than nearby suburbs, 2 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
2,558
Median age
67
Median household income / week
$790
Dwelling vacancy
15.7%
Unoccupied private dwellings
230 of 1,468
Median monthly mortgage
$1,000
Employment rate
26.5%
Dwelling mix (houses / semi / flats)
83 / 112 / 53

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)
$380
Houses (01/01/26 to 31/03/26)
$520
All types (01/01/26 to 31/03/26)
$485
Rental bonds lodged (01/01/26 to 31/03/26)
15

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 · Updated on site · Quarterly releases

Crime & safety

Total offences (2024–25)
75
Against the person
18
Against property
57
Rate per 1,000 residents
29.3
Person-crime prevalence
About 1 in 142 residents
State safety percentile
43.4th (lower crime is better)
Family & domestic abuse offences
36
Decrease (daily rate)
-35.2%

Reported offences decreased compared with the previous period.

Reported offences by period

Most common offence types

  • Other Property Damage And Environmental16
  • Other Theft16
  • Sct - Non Residence6
  • Serious Assault Not Resulting In Injury7
  • Theft From Shop11

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

Schools & preschools
3 (2 schools, 1 preschools)
Median school ICSEA (2 schools)
964.5
  • Goolwa Children's CentreBrooking StreetIntegrated Centres
  • Goolwa Primary SchoolPrimary · ICSEA 972
  • Goolwa Secondary CollegeSecondary · ICSEA 957

Contributes to desirability score · Education (15%)

School and preschool counts, median school ICSEA

Data sources & freshness

Public transport

5 public transport stops in this suburb

  • Gardiner St / Hogben Rd - North side (LinkSA Goolwa)
  • Stop 15 Hutchinson St / Coddington St - South side (Goolwa)
  • Stop 15 Hutchinson St / Collingwood St - North side (Goolwa)
  • Stop 16 Cadell St / Moore St - North East side (Goolwa)
  • Stop 16 Cadell St / Moore St - South West side (Goolwa)

Contributes to desirability score · Accessibility (15%)

Public transport stop coverage

Data sources & freshness

Roadworks & transport

2 active roadworks / incidents

  • Kerbing And Footpath InstallationCadell Street, Gardiner St01 Jun 2026 – 16 Jul 2026
  • Kerbing And Footpath InstallationCadell Street, Moore St01 Jun 2026 – 16 Jul 2026

Data sources & freshness

Planning & development

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

488 planning-related records

2026· 40 proposals

  • June 2026

  • Dwelling addition and construction of an outbuilding (shed) and verandah
    23 FARQUHAR ST GOOLWA SA 5214Under Assessment
  • Construction of ancillary accommodation along with associated outbuilding (garage), verandah and extension to existing deck
    27 GLENDALE GR GOOLWA SA 5214Under Assessment
  • Installation of signage on the rear wall of the Wharf Shed
    LOT 356 CUTTING RD GOOLWA SA 5214Under Assessment
  • Change of use from motor repair station to store, installation of seven (7) shipping containers (three (3) retrospective) for commercial storage and electric gate
    7 HOGBEN RD GOOLWA SA 5214Under Assessment
  • EXPANSION TO AN EXISTING RESIDENTIAL PARK INCLUDING 181 DWELLINGS RECREATION FACILITIES (COMMUNITY CENTRE BOWLING GREEN SWIMMING POOL) WITH ASSOCIATED INTERNAL DRIVEWAYS AND LANDSCAPING (NON-COMPLYING) Site 267 - single storey dwelling
    29 KESSELL RD GOOLWA SA 5214Decision Made
  • EXPANSION TO AN EXISTING RESIDENTIAL PARK INCLUDING 181 DWELLINGS RECREATION FACILITIES (COMMUNITY CENTRE BOWLING GREEN SWIMMING POOL) WITH ASSOCIATED INTERNAL DRIVEWAYS AND LANDSCAPING (NON-COMPLYING) Site 268 - single storey dwelling
    29 KESSELL RD GOOLWA SA 5214Decision Made
  • EXPANSION TO AN EXISTING RESIDENTIAL PARK INCLUDING 181 DWELLINGS RECREATION FACILITIES (COMMUNITY CENTRE BOWLING GREEN SWIMMING POOL) WITH ASSOCIATED INTERNAL DRIVEWAYS AND LANDSCAPING (NON-COMPLYING) Site 269 - single storey dwelling
    29 KESSELL RD GOOLWA SA 5214Decision Made
  • EXPANSION TO AN EXISTING RESIDENTIAL PARK INCLUDING 181 DWELLINGS RECREATION FACILITIES (COMMUNITY CENTRE BOWLING GREEN SWIMMING POOL) WITH ASSOCIATED INTERNAL DRIVEWAYS AND LANDSCAPING (NON-COMPLYING) Site 269 - single storey dwelling
    29 KESSELL RD GOOLWA SA 5214Under Assessment
  • EXPANSION TO AN EXISTING RESIDENTIAL PARK INCLUDING 181 DWELLINGS RECREATION FACILITIES (COMMUNITY CENTRE BOWLING GREEN SWIMMING POOL) WITH ASSOCIATED INTERNAL DRIVEWAYS AND LANDSCAPING (NON-COMPLYING) Site 270 - single storey dwelling
    29 KESSELL RD GOOLWA SA 5214Decision Made
  • EXPANSION TO AN EXISTING RESIDENTIAL PARK INCLUDING 181 DWELLINGS RECREATION FACILITIES (COMMUNITY CENTRE BOWLING GREEN SWIMMING POOL) WITH ASSOCIATED INTERNAL DRIVEWAYS AND LANDSCAPING (NON-COMPLYING) Site 286 - single storey dwelling
    29 KESSELL RD GOOLWA SA 5214Decision Made
  • EXPANSION TO AN EXISTING RESIDENTIAL PARK INCLUDING 181 DWELLINGS RECREATION FACILITIES (COMMUNITY CENTRE BOWLING GREEN SWIMMING POOL) WITH ASSOCIATED INTERNAL DRIVEWAYS AND LANDSCAPING (NON-COMPLYING) Site 287 - single storey dwelling
    29 KESSELL RD GOOLWA SA 5214Decision Made
  • Supply and construction of 7.2m x 4m x 2.7m high Skillion Carport
    193 -195 FENCHURCH ST GOOLWA SA 5214Under Assessment
  • Construction of an outbuilding addition (skillion carport)
    13 HAYS ST GOOLWA SA 5214Under Assessment
  • Outbuilding (domestic storage shed)
    6 HAWKER CT GOOLWA SA 5214Decision Made
  • To install two free standing shelters in association with existing community facility/recreation grounds
    19 GOYDER ST GOOLWA SA 5214Under Assessment

  • May 2026

  • Construction of a partially enclosed shelter for e-bike storage
    40 KESSELL RD GOOLWA SA 5214Under Assessment
  • Ancillary accommodation
    218 LIVERPOOL RD GOOLWA SA 5214Under Assessment
  • Construction of a verandah
    UNIT 9 6 BINGHAM ST GOOLWA SA 5214Under Assessment
  • Two verandahs
    19 LINDSAY PDE GOOLWA SA 5214Decision Made
  • Construction of an outbuilding (shed)
    10 -14 GARDINER ST GOOLWA SA 5214Under Assessment
  • EXPANSION TO AN EXISTING RESIDENTIAL PARK INCLUDING 181 DWELLINGS RECREATION FACILITIES (COMMUNITY CENTRE BOWLING GREEN SWIMMING POOL) WITH ASSOCIATED INTERNAL DRIVEWAYS AND LANDSCAPING (NON-COMPLYING) Site 256 - single storey dwelling
    29 KESSELL RD GOOLWA SA 5214Decision Made
  • EXPANSION TO AN EXISTING RESIDENTIAL PARK INCLUDING 181 DWELLINGS RECREATION FACILITIES (COMMUNITY CENTRE BOWLING GREEN SWIMMING POOL) WITH ASSOCIATED INTERNAL DRIVEWAYS AND LANDSCAPING (NON-COMPLYING) Site 257 - single storey dwelling
    29 KESSELL RD GOOLWA SA 5214Decision Made
  • EXPANSION TO AN EXISTING RESIDENTIAL PARK INCLUDING 181 DWELLINGS RECREATION FACILITIES (COMMUNITY CENTRE BOWLING GREEN SWIMMING POOL) WITH ASSOCIATED INTERNAL DRIVEWAYS AND LANDSCAPING (NON-COMPLYING) Site 258 - single storey dwelling
    29 KESSELL RD GOOLWA SA 5214Decision Made
  • EXPANSION TO AN EXISTING RESIDENTIAL PARK INCLUDING 181 DWELLINGS RECREATION FACILITIES (COMMUNITY CENTRE BOWLING GREEN SWIMMING POOL) WITH ASSOCIATED INTERNAL DRIVEWAYS AND LANDSCAPING (NON-COMPLYING) Site 259- single storey dwelling
    29 KESSELL RD GOOLWA SA 5214Decision Made
  • EXPANSION TO AN EXISTING RESIDENTIAL PARK INCLUDING 181 DWELLINGS RECREATION FACILITIES (COMMUNITY CENTRE BOWLING GREEN SWIMMING POOL) WITH ASSOCIATED INTERNAL DRIVEWAYS AND LANDSCAPING (NON-COMPLYING) Site 260 - single storey dwelling
    29 KESSELL RD GOOLWA SA 5214Decision Made
  • EXPANSION TO AN EXISTING RESIDENTIAL PARK INCLUDING 181 DWELLINGS RECREATION FACILITIES (COMMUNITY CENTRE BOWLING GREEN SWIMMING POOL) WITH ASSOCIATED INTERNAL DRIVEWAYS AND LANDSCAPING (NON-COMPLYING) Site 261 - single storey dwelling
    29 KESSELL RD GOOLWA SA 5214Decision Made
  • EXPANSION TO AN EXISTING RESIDENTIAL PARK INCLUDING 181 DWELLINGS RECREATION FACILITIES (COMMUNITY CENTRE BOWLING GREEN SWIMMING POOL) WITH ASSOCIATED INTERNAL DRIVEWAYS AND LANDSCAPING (NON-COMPLYING) Site 262 - single storey dwelling
    29 KESSELL RD GOOLWA SA 5214Decision Made
  • EXPANSION TO AN EXISTING RESIDENTIAL PARK INCLUDING 181 DWELLINGS RECREATION FACILITIES (COMMUNITY CENTRE BOWLING GREEN SWIMMING POOL) WITH ASSOCIATED INTERNAL DRIVEWAYS AND LANDSCAPING (NON-COMPLYING) Site 263 - single storey dwelling
    29 KESSELL RD GOOLWA SA 5214Decision Made
  • EXPANSION TO AN EXISTING RESIDENTIAL PARK INCLUDING 181 DWELLINGS RECREATION FACILITIES (COMMUNITY CENTRE BOWLING GREEN SWIMMING POOL) WITH ASSOCIATED INTERNAL DRIVEWAYS AND LANDSCAPING (NON-COMPLYING) Site 264 - single storey dwelling
    29 KESSELL RD GOOLWA SA 5214Decision Made
  • EXPANSION TO AN EXISTING RESIDENTIAL PARK INCLUDING 181 DWELLINGS RECREATION FACILITIES (COMMUNITY CENTRE BOWLING GREEN SWIMMING POOL) WITH ASSOCIATED INTERNAL DRIVEWAYS AND LANDSCAPING (NON-COMPLYING) Site 265 - single storey dwelling
    29 KESSELL RD GOOLWA SA 5214Decision Made
  • EXPANSION TO AN EXISTING RESIDENTIAL PARK INCLUDING 181 DWELLINGS RECREATION FACILITIES (COMMUNITY CENTRE BOWLING GREEN SWIMMING POOL) WITH ASSOCIATED INTERNAL DRIVEWAYS AND LANDSCAPING (NON-COMPLYING) Site 266 - single storey dwelling
    29 KESSELL RD GOOLWA SA 5214Decision Made
  • Construction of an outbuilding (Shed)
    11 KERR ST GOOLWA SA 5214Decision Made
  • Construction of Single Story Detached Dwelling
    2 NEWACOTT PL GOOLWA SA 5214Under Assessment
  • Construction of a single storey detached dwelling and two (2) outbuildings
    1A LINDSAY PDE GOOLWA SA 5214Under Assessment
  • Construction of an aircraft hangar
    LOT 2 AIRPORT RD GOOLWA SA 5214Under Assessment
  • Construction of a verandah
    55 AIRPARK GOOLWA DR GOOLWA SA 5214Under Assessment

  • April 2026

  • Internal fitout of existing shop (Woolworths) and the addition of a direct to boot service comprising 6 x car parking spaces, with ancillary canopy and non-illuminated advertising signs
    31 HUTCHINSON ST GOOLWA SA 5214Decision Made
  • Verandah
    UNIT 3 206 LIVERPOOL RD GOOLWA SA 5214Decision Made
  • Single storey dwelling alterations and additions and carport
    12 AVOCA ST GOOLWA SA 5214Under Assessment

  • March 2026

  • Retrospective conversion of existing outbuilding (garage) to home studio (ancillary accommodation) with attached addition (verandah)
    5 AIRPARK GOOLWA DR GOOLWA SA 5214Under Assessment

Contributes to desirability score · Future Growth (7%)

Development and planning activity

Data sources & freshness

Amenities

5 nearby amenities within ~1.5 km

  • Camp KitchenKitchen
  • Laundry
  • Playground
  • Public toilets
  • Sanitary Dump Station

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)
1/10
IRSD decile (2021)
2/10

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

Heritage

16 state heritage places

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Hazards

Bushfire planning zone
Overlay applies
Bushfire safer places
1

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

Green cover

Parks & woodland (OSM)
11
Parks (OSM)
11

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 features — OpenStreetMap contributors · Period: current · Updated on site · Weekly refresh

Desirability index

Desirability score
39.1/100
National rank
3440th in Australia
State rank
350th in SA
Peer rank
#34 among Country & regional · Mature suburbs
Cohort rank
#69 among Country & regional suburbs
Data confidence
85%

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 Environmentalcrime16
  • Other Theftcrime16
  • Sct - Non Residencecrime6
  • Serious Assault Not Resulting In Injurycrime7
  • Theft From Shopcrime11
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Data sources & freshness

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