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Onkaparinga Hills, 5163

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Updated

Desirability score

37/100
Below average

385th in SA

81% data confidence

How this score is calculated
  • Green suburb
  • National parks
  • River access
  • Heritage area
  • High desirability
What Onkaparinga Hills is known for: Green suburb, National parks, River access, Heritage area, High desirability

Suburb profile

Onkaparinga Hills sits up in the Onkaparinga hills, a mid-sized suburb where elevation and tree cover define the mood. Still within reach of the city while offering more breathing room, it suits those who want balance over bustle. Elevated streets and bushland backdrops bring a sense of fresh country air to daily life.

Established families and long-term residents give the suburb a settled feel, with a strong presence of young families throughout. Local shops and services cover the basics well, with more choice a short trip into neighbouring suburbs. Parks, reserves and open space make it genuinely outdoor-friendly for walks, sport and weekend downtime.

Homes here are sought-after, with many people drawn to the lifestyle the area offers. A busy pipeline of new development is gradually changing the look and feel of the streets.

The desirability score is below average, weighed down by weaker local dining and lifestyle amenities and transport and access against similar metro suburbs, even with parks and green space and growth momentum holding up better. Limited access to some essential local services also trimmed the result.

Population

Population
2,610
Median age
45
Median household income / week
$2,078
Dwelling vacancy
3.9%
Unoccupied private dwellings
35 of 902
Median monthly mortgage
$1,625
Employment rate
64%
Dwelling mix (houses / semi / flats)
46 / 5 / 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 · 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 house price (Q1 2026)
$800,000
Median price change
+2.6%

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)
19
Against the person
12
Against property
7
Rate per 1,000 residents
7.3
Person-crime prevalence
About 1 in 186 residents
State safety percentile
26.7th (lower crime is better)
Family & domestic abuse offences
226
Increase (daily rate)
+27%

Reported offences increased compared with the previous period.

Reported offences by period

Most common offence types

  • Common Assault2
  • Other Acts Intended To Cause Injury9
  • Other Property Damage And Environmental5
  • Other Property Damage And Environmental6
  • Sct - Non Residence4
  • Sct - Residence1
  • Serious Assault Not Resulting In Injury1
  • Serious Assault Not Resulting In Injury12
  • Theft From Motor Vehicle8
  • Theft/Illegal Use Of Mv5

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

Public transport

4 public transport stops in this suburb

  • Stop 55 States Rd - East side
  • Stop 55A States Rd - East side
  • Stop 55B States Rd - East side
  • Stop 55C States Rd - East side

Contributes to desirability score · Accessibility (15%)

Public transport stop coverage

Data sources & freshness

Planning & development

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

341 planning-related records

2026· 30 proposals

  • June 2026

  • Ancillary Accommodation
    52 SPRIGGS RD ONKAPARINGA HILLS SA 5163Under Assessment
  • Carport
    64 KINGS HILL CCT ONKAPARINGA HILLS SA 5163Under Assessment
  • Outbuilding -shed
    34 SPRIGGS RD ONKAPARINGA HILLS SA 5163Under Assessment

  • May 2026

  • Building alteration (demolition of selected internal walls with new structural framing to suit)
    10 KIMBLEY RD ONKAPARINGA HILLS SA 5163Decision Made
  • Attached Verandah
    20 CLARK AV ONKAPARINGA HILLS SA 5163Decision Made
  • Partial change of use to a temporary sales office with associated car parking, decking and advertisements
    LOT 2 MAIN SOUTH RD ONKAPARINGA HEIGHTS SA 5163;LOT 31 MAIN SOUTH RD ONKAPARINGA HEIGHTS SA 5163Under Assessment

  • April 2026

  • Dwelling addition including 2x bedrooms, bathroom, entry and master suite including walk in robe and ensuite.
    544 BAINS RD ONKAPARINGA HILLS SA 5163Under Assessment
  • Freestanding Colorbond Shed
    19 OLDE GUM TREE DR ONKAPARINGA HILLS SA 5163Decision Made
  • Single storey detached dwelling, fences and retaining walls
    UNIT 16 31 STURT LANE ONKAPARINGA HEIGHTS SA 5163Under Assessment
  • Outbuilding- Shed
    89 UPPER PENNEYS HILL RD ONKAPARINGA HILLS SA 5163Decision Made
  • In-ground swimming pool with safety fence
    550 PANALATINGA RD ONKAPARINGA HILLS SA 5163Decision Made
  • Single storey detached dwelling (Lot 14) and associated retaining walls with a maximum height of 0.5m
    6 HIGHVIEW CT ONKAPARINGA HEIGHTS SA 5163Decision Made
  • Construction of a single-storey detached dwelling, including associated retaining walls and fencing with a maximum height of 2.4?metres
    6 HIGHVIEW CT ONKAPARINGA HEIGHTS SA 5163Under Assessment
  • Verandah
    74 SPRIGGS RD ONKAPARINGA HILLS SA 5163Decision Made

  • March 2026

  • Torrens title land division - 1 allotment into 5 with associated cut / fill, retaining walls and removal of (1) significant tree (Fraxinus angustifolia) and (1) regulated tree (Fraxinus angustifolia)
    21 STURT LANE ONKAPARINGA HEIGHTS SA 5163Under Assessment
  • Attached verandah
    5 WOODLAND DR ONKAPARINGA HEIGHTS SA 5163Under Assessment
  • Deck
    35 HEPENSTAL RD ONKAPARINGA HEIGHTS SA 5163Decision Made
  • Verandah
    15 CHELMSFORD AV ONKAPARINGA HILLS SA 5163Decision Made
  • Outbuilding- Shed
    304 UPPER PENNEYS HILL RD ONKAPARINGA HILLS SA 5163Under Assessment
  • Single storey detached dwelling
    UNIT 6 31 STURT LANE ONKAPARINGA HEIGHTS SA 5163Under Assessment
  • Above ground water storage tank
    295 UPPER PENNEYS HILL RD ONKAPARINGA HILLS SA 5163Decision Made
  • Installation of Stratco shed
    3 HARBURY CT ONKAPARINGA HILLS SA 5163Decision Made

  • February 2026

  • Single storey detached dwelling
    LOT 201 PIGGOTT RANGE RD ONKAPARINGA HILLS SA 5163Under Assessment
  • Ancillary accommodation, deck, filling of land and tree damaging activity
    1028 PIGGOTT RANGE RD ONKAPARINGA HILLS SA 5163Under Assessment
  • Torrens title land division (3 allotments into 37) with associated public roads, public open space, earthworks, retaining walls, fencing and tree damaging activity including the removal of 46 Regulated trees and 13 Significant trees (Stage 1A)
    4 -6 HEPENSTAL RD ONKAPARINGA HEIGHTS SA 5163;8 -14 HEPENSTAL RD ONKAPARINGA HEIGHTS SA 5163;89 GATES RD ONKAPARINGA HEIGHTS SA 5163Under Assessment
  • Solar photovoltaic panels (roof mounted)
    30 TUSMORE DR ONKAPARINGA HILLS SA 5163Decision Made
  • Single storey detached dwelling
    LOT 15 STATES RD ONKAPARINGA HILLS SA 5163Decision Made

  • January 2026

  • Attached Verandah
    18 FOXFIELD DR ONKAPARINGA HILLS SA 5163Decision Made
  • Outbuilding (Shed)
    366 BAINS RD ONKAPARINGA HILLS SA 5163Decision Made
  • Land division (2 into 320 allotments, associated road reserves and open space reserves to be delivered over multiple stages), retaining walls, tree damaging activity and six (6) two storey dwellings
    LOT 2 MAIN SOUTH RD ONKAPARINGA HEIGHTS SA 5163;LOT 31 MAIN SOUTH RD ONKAPARINGA HEIGHTS SA 5163Under Assessment
2025· 10 proposals

  • December 2025

  • Attached Verandah- Retrospective
    4 NORTHWOOD GRN ONKAPARINGA HILLS SA 5163Under Assessment
  • Attached verandah
    6 KINGS CT ONKAPARINGA HEIGHTS SA 5163Decision Made
  • Verandah
    29 HEPENSTAL RD ONKAPARINGA HEIGHTS SA 5163Decision Made
  • Single storey detached dwelling with associated earthwork and clearance of native vegetation.
    104 EDUCATION RD ONKAPARINGA HILLS SA 5163Under Assessment
  • Freestanding verandah.
    10 KIMBLEY RD ONKAPARINGA HILLS SA 5163Decision Made
  • Verandah
    LOT 15 STURT LANE ONKAPARINGA HEIGHTS SA 5163Decision Made
  • single storey detached dwelling and associated retaining walls with a max height up to1.55m
    22 STURT LANE ONKAPARINGA HEIGHTS SA 5163Decision Made

  • November 2025

  • Outbuilding (Storage shed)
    234 COXS HILL RD ONKAPARINGA HILLS SA 5163Decision Made
  • Verandah
    13 OLDE GUM TREE DR ONKAPARINGA HILLS SA 5163Decision Made
  • Attached Verandah
    5 CALDERSTONES DR ONKAPARINGA HILLS SA 5163Decision Made

Contributes to desirability score · Future Growth (7%)

Development and planning activity

Data sources & freshness

Amenities

No OpenStreetMap amenities mapped for this suburb yet.

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

Parks & reserves

1 parks and public open space in this suburb

  • Onkaparinga River National Park and Recreation Park

Data sources & freshness

Socio-economic (SEIFA)

IRSAD decile (2021)
7/10
IRSD decile (2021)
8/10

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

3 state heritage places

  • Heritage placeState heritage
  • Heritage placeState heritage
  • Heritage placeState heritage

Data sources & freshness

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)
10
Parks (OSM)
10

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
37.0/100 — Below average
National rank
3888th in Australia
State rank
385th in SA
Peer rank
#33 among Metro Adelaide · Mature suburbs
Cohort rank
#258 among Metro Adelaide suburbs
Data confidence
81%

Data sources & freshness

  • Suburb Guide desirability index — Suburb Guide (derived score) · Period: current · Updated on site · Derived from source metrics

Recent changes

  • Common Assaultcrime2
  • Other Acts Intended To Cause Injurycrime9
  • Other Property Damage And Environmentalcrime5
  • Other Property Damage And Environmentalcrime6
  • Sct - Non Residencecrime4
  • Sct - Residencecrime1
  • Serious Assault Not Resulting In Injurycrime1
  • Serious Assault Not Resulting In Injurycrime12
  • Theft From Motor Vehiclecrime8
  • Theft/Illegal Use Of Mvcrime5

Data sources & freshness

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