SA · Murray Bridge Council
Riverglades, SA, 5253
Current weather
12.6°CLight drizzle
78% humidity · 22.8 km/h wind · 14.2° / 10° today · 8.1 mm rain
Desirability index
57.7/100
How this score is calculated#93 among Country & regional suburbs
Suburb snapshot
Riverglades is a small locality in the Murray Bridge area, home to around 856 residents (2021 Census). Recent indicators show reported crime totals of around 6 offences in 2024–25 (Jul–Jun), roughly 7.0 offences per 1,000 residents, median weekly rent around $515, 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
- 856
- Median age
- 50
- Median household income / week
- $1,415
- Dwelling vacancy
- 6.9%
- Unoccupied private dwellings
- 25 of 360
- Median monthly mortgage
- $1,326
- Employment rate
- 56.7%
- Dwelling mix (houses / semi / flats)
- 19 / 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)
- $515
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)
- 6
- Against the person
- 1
- Against property
- 5
- Rate per 1,000 residents
- 7
- Person-crime prevalence
- About 1 in 856 residents
- State safety percentile
- 4th (lower crime is better)
- Family & domestic abuse offences
- 400
- Year-on-year change
- 0%
Most common offence types
- Obtain Benefit By Deception2
- Other Theft2
- Sct - Residence1
- Serious Assault Not Resulting In Injury1
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
1 public transport stops in this suburb
- Murray Dr / Thule Dr - South East side (Riverglades)
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.
70 planning-related records
2026· 3 proposals
March 2026
- Proposed works: Erect a freestanding Stratco “Outback Sunroof” pergola, Type 1F, in the rear yard at 30 Swan Road, Riverglades. Size: Approximately 8.0m x 3.9m. Description: Freestanding pergola structure with Stratco Sunroof system (Type 1F). Stormwater: Roof runoff to be managed on site and directed to the existing/proposed 2000L Slimline SLR rainwater tank (as shown on site plan). Location: Positioned in the backyard as shown on the submitted site plan. Construction/footings: To be installed30 SWAN RD RIVERGLADES SA 5253Decision Made
- Retaining walls, fence and swimming pool.110 MITCHELL AV RIVERGLADES SA 5253Decision Made
January 2026
- Dwelling alterations and additions to existing two storey dwelling - bedroom, ensuite and garage at ground level12 TORRENS RD RIVERGLADES SA 5253Under Assessment
2025· 18 proposals
December 2025
- Outbuilding (lean-to)120 MITCHELL AV RIVERGLADES SA 5253Decision Made
November 2025
- 9.5m long x 7m wide x 2.9m - 3.5m high Skillion Shed16A TOOMA DR RIVERGLADES SA 5253Decision Made
September 2025
- Outbuilding (shed) 15m x 12m79 -85 THULE DR RIVERGLADES SA 5253Decision Made
- Outbuilding (garage)140 MITCHELL AV RIVERGLADES SA 5253Decision Made
- Dwelling addition and outdoor area. Additional WC and hand basin in existing shed.30 MITCHELL AV RIVERGLADES SA 5253Decision Made
August 2025
- Proposed 9m long x 6m wide x 2.7m high Shed.142 MITCHELL AV RIVERGLADES SA 5253Decision Made
- Outbuilding (garage), Ancillary Accommodation and Verandah5 DIAMANTINA CT RIVERGLADES SA 5253Under Assessment
- Colourbond Shed - Dimensions: 18.3m x 9.156m wide x 4.692m overall7 MURRAY DR RIVERGLADES SA 5253Decision Made
June 2025
- Proposed minor alterations to existing two storey dwelling Proposed dwelling additions to Ground and First Floor areas Proposed Verandah23 TORRENS RD RIVERGLADES SA 5253Under Assessment
- Freestanding carport sited towards the rear of the allotment14 TOOMA DR RIVERGLADES SA 5253Under Assessment
May 2025
- Garage with attached carport and associated earthworks and retaining walls; and Retrospective approval of a shed extension, garden shed and freestanding canopy31 LODDON RD RIVERGLADES SA 5253Decision Made
- Outbuilding - Shed48 TORRENS RD RIVERGLADES SA 5253Decision Made
April 2025
- Installation of swimming pool and safety barriers17A SWAN RD RIVERGLADES SA 5253Decision Made
March 2025
- Stratco Outback Cooldek patio, Colourbond/Powdercoat finishes also including wood posts. Attached to house, design will wrap around the house with a hip end joining the patios together in an L shape design. Sizing 16560mm/9530mm Long x 3500mm Wide x 2600 High Used for entertainment purposes.116 MITCHELL AV RIVERGLADES SA 5253Decision Made
- Two (2) retaining walls23 TOOMA DR RIVERGLADES SA 5253Decision Made
February 2025
- Partially enclosed carport attached to existing shed28 BRISBANE ST RIVERGLADES SA 5253Decision Made
- Swimming pool and safety barrier5A TIMOTHY JAMES CT RIVERGLADES SA 5253Decision Made
January 2025
- Swimming pool & safety fence and verandah65 MURRAY DR RIVERGLADES SA 5253Decision Made
2024· 15 proposals
September 2024
- Retaining walls along the entire rear boundary, a portion of the side boundary, forward of the existing dwelling, and to replace a section of broken retaining walls internally within the site; and Colorbond (Woodland Grey) fence along the entire rear boundary7 KATHERINE CT RIVERGLADES SA 5253Decision Made
- detached dwelling1 DERWENT AV RIVERGLADES SA 5253Decision Made
July 2024
- Verandah26 SWAN RD RIVERGLADES SA 5253Decision Made
June 2024
- Verandah extension attached to existing dwelling5 EMU RD RIVERGLADES SA 5253Decision Made
- Single-storey Detached Dwelling.140-142 MITCHELL AV RIVERGLADES SA 5253Decision Made
- Detached Dwelling Domestic Outbuilding (Shed) Two (2) x 22500 litre rainwater tanksLOT 1 TOOMA DR RIVERGLADES SA 5253Decision Made
April 2024
- Free standing carport 12m x 6.9m x 3.3m(post height)55 THULE DR RIVERGLADES SA 5253Decision Made
March 2024
- Verandah22 RAYMOND RD RIVERGLADES SA 5253Decision Made
February 2024
- Two-storey detached dwelling including balcony and the following under the main roof: - Front porch; - Double garage; - Two (2) alfresco Swimming pool, associated safety fencing and garden shed for the siting of the pool pump & filter; Garage (Outbuilding); Earthworks within a designated flood overlay43 TOOMA DR RIVERGLADES SA 5253Decision Made
January 2024
- Verandah 13m x 1.9m x 2.4m(post height)33 SWAN RD RIVERGLADES SA 5253Decision Made
- Five-sided steel carport (Gazebo) with open sides, pitched roof on concrete pads: • 5-sided pavilion with 25o pitched iron roof – location and specifications as per attached document • Pentagon shape maximises use of paving area and allows carport space with entry and exit for vehicles • Equal sides of 3.6m each • 100 mm steel posts in 400x400x600mm concrete pads • Post height is approx. 2.2-2.4m accounting for 200mm fall in ground • Centre height is approx. 3.7m • Steel posts 90x90mm, fascia be8B MURRAY DR RIVERGLADES SA 5253Decision Made
- Addition of set of stairs to an existing deck19 DERWENT AV RIVERGLADES SA 5253Decision Made
- Single storey detached dwelling140-142 MITCHELL AV RIVERGLADES SA 5253Decision Made
- Freestanding shed building8A MURRAY DR RIVERGLADES SA 5253Decision Made
- Shed 12.2m x 9.2m x 3.6m(wall height)7 TIMOTHY JAMES CT RIVERGLADES SA 5253Decision Made
2023· 12 proposals
November 2023
- Shed12 ILLMAN AV RIVERGLADES SA 5253Decision Made
October 2023
- free-standing verandah7 MURRAY DR RIVERGLADES SA 5253Decision Made
- New House with alfresco, portico and garage UMR7 TIMOTHY JAMES CT RIVERGLADES SA 5253Decision Made
September 2023
- Garage (Outbuilding) ancillary to existing dwelling3A TIMOTHY JAMES CT RIVERGLADES SA 5253Decision Made
2022· 14 proposals
14 proposals lodged in 2022. Individual listings are kept for the most recent proposals.
2021· 8 proposals
8 proposals lodged in 2021. Individual listings are kept for the most recent proposals.
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
- Slipway
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)
- 4/10
- IRSD decile (2021)
- 5/10
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
Desirability index
- Desirability score
- 57.7/100
- Cohort rank
- #93 among Country & regional suburbs
Data sources & freshness
- Suburb Guide desirability index — Suburb Guide (derived score) · Period: current · Updated on site · Derived from source metrics
Recent changes
- 9.5m long x 7m wide x 2.9m - 3.5m high Skillion Shedplanning16A TOOMA DR RIVERGLADES SA 5253Lodged 10 Nov 2025 · Decision Made
- Addition of set of stairs to an existing deckplanning19 DERWENT AV RIVERGLADES SA 5253Lodged 16 Jan 2024 · Decision Made
- Colourbond Shed - Dimensions: 18.3m x 9.156m wide x 4.692m overallplanning7 MURRAY DR RIVERGLADES SA 5253Lodged 05 Aug 2025 · Decision Made
- Detached Dwelling Domestic Outbuilding (Shed) Two (2) x 22500 litre rainwater tanksplanningLOT 1 TOOMA DR RIVERGLADES SA 5253Lodged 07 Jun 2024 · Decision Made
- Dwelling addition and outdoor area. Additional WC and hand basin in existing shed.planning30 MITCHELL AV RIVERGLADES SA 5253Lodged 11 Sep 2025 · Decision Made
- Dwelling alterations and additions to existing two storey dwelling - bedroom, ensuite and garage at ground levelplanning12 TORRENS RD RIVERGLADES SA 5253Lodged 30 Jan 2026 · Under Assessment
- Five-sided steel carport (Gazebo) with open sides, pitched roof on concrete pads: • 5-sided pavilion with 25o pitched iron roof – location and specifications as per attached document • Pentagon shape maximises use of paving area and allows carport space with entry and exit for vehicles • Equal sides of 3.6m each • 100 mm steel posts in 400x400x600mm concrete pads • Post height is approx. 2.2-2.4m accounting for 200mm fall in ground • Centre height is approx. 3.7m • Steel posts 90x90mm, fascia beplanning8B MURRAY DR RIVERGLADES SA 5253Lodged 18 Jan 2024 · Decision Made
- Free standing carport 12m x 6.9m x 3.3m(post height)planning55 THULE DR RIVERGLADES SA 5253Lodged 17 Apr 2024 · Decision Made
- Freestanding carport sited towards the rear of the allotmentplanning14 TOOMA DR RIVERGLADES SA 5253Lodged 11 Jun 2025 · Under Assessment
- Freestanding shed buildingplanning8A MURRAY DR RIVERGLADES SA 5253Lodged 11 Jan 2024 · Decision Made
Data sources & freshness
- PlanSA development applications & EPA licences — Government of South Australia — PlanSA · Updated on site
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