SA · Burnside Council
St Georges, SA, 5064
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Desirability index
#52 among Metro Adelaide suburbs
Suburb snapshot
St Georges is a small locality in the Burnside area, home to around 1,726 residents (2021 Census). Recent indicators show reported crime totals of around 1 offences in 2024–25 (Jul–Jun), roughly 0.6 offences per 1,000 residents, median weekly rent around $800 (flats $580, houses $800), median house prices near $2,850,000 (up 84% recently), 1 school and preschool site in the area, 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
- 1,726
- Median age
- 43
- Median household income / week
- $2,414
- Dwelling vacancy
- 7.1%
- Unoccupied private dwellings
- 46 of 649
- Median monthly mortgage
- $2,800
- Employment rate
- 56.5%
- Dwelling mix (houses / semi / flats)
- 22 / 156 / 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
- Flats / units (01/01/26 to 31/03/26)
- $580
- Houses (01/01/26 to 31/03/26)
- $800
- All types (01/01/26 to 31/03/26)
- $800
- Rental bonds lodged (01/01/26 to 31/03/26)
- 10
- Median house price (Q1 2026)
- $2,850,000
- Median price change
- +83.9%
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; 1Q 2026 · Updated on site · Quarterly releases
Crime & safety
- Total offences (2024–25)
- 31
- Against the person
- 3
- Against property
- 28
- Rate per 1,000 residents
- 18
- State safety percentile
- 0th (lower crime is better)
- Family & domestic abuse offences
- 23
- Year-on-year change
- 0%
Most common offence types
- Obtain Benefit By Deception1
- Other Property Damage And Environmental2
- Other Theft10
- Other Unlawful Entry With Intent3
- Sct - Residence5
- Theft From Motor Vehicle4
Data sources & freshness
- SAPOL reported crime statistics — South Australia Police — OpenData · Period: 2024-25; 2024-25 → 2024-25 · Updated on site · Financial-year releases
Schools & preschools
- Schools & preschools
- 1
- J B Cleland Kindergarten Inc1A Gulfview AvenuePreschools
Data sources & freshness
- Government education sites register — Government of South Australia · Period: current · Updated on site · Static register
Public transport
2 public transport stops in this suburb
- Stop 14 Portrush Rd - East side
- Stop 15 Portrush Rd - East side
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.
181 planning-related records
2026· 26 proposals
June 2026
- Variation to DA 25039819 - Addition of roof structure to outdoor terrace15 INVERNESS AV ST GEORGES SA 5064Under Assessment
- Two-storey detached dwelling, retaining walls, and fencing7 DURHAM AV ST GEORGES SA 5064Under Assessment
- Change of use from dwelling to tourist accommodation1 -1A AUSTIN CR ST GEORGES SA 5064Under Assessment
May 2026
- Excavation & installation of fiberglass swimming pool.512 PORTRUSH RD ST GEORGES SA 5064Decision Made
- Excavation & installation of fiberglass swimming pool.514 PORTRUSH RD ST GEORGES SA 5064Decision Made
- Alterations and additions to existing dwelling, including construction of new garage forward of existing dwelling17 WOOTOONA TCE ST GEORGES SA 5064Under Assessment
- Single storey detached dwelling, swimming pool with safety barriers and removal of one (1) significant tree (Populus deltoides)7 AUSTIN CR ST GEORGES SA 5064Under Assessment
- Removal of one (1) significant Agonis Flexuosa (Willow Myrtle) tree from Council road reserve on Gulfview Avenue adjacent 16 Gulfview Avenue, St Georges16 GULFVIEW AV ST GEORGES SA 5064Decision Made
April 2026
- Land division to convert existing Moiety Title units into Community Titled allotments4 DREW GR ST GEORGES SA 5064;5 DREW GR ST GEORGES SA 5064Decision Made
- Masonry front fence and associated sliding gates8 WOODCROFT AV ST GEORGES SA 5064;8A WOODCROFT AV ST GEORGES SA 5064Decision Made
- Replacement Building (rebuild wall)48 HIGHFIELD AV ST GEORGES SA 5064Under Assessment
- Boundary realignment of two (2) Torrens Title allotments - Maintaining two (2) allotments into (2)15 WOOTOONA TCE ST GEORGES SA 5064;33 PURNANA AV ST GEORGES SA 5064Decision Made
- Swimming pool and associated pool equipment and safety barriers5 WOODCROFT AV ST GEORGES SA 5064Decision Made
- Fence23A INVERNESS AV ST GEORGES SA 5064Decision Made
March 2026
- Fence21 HIGHFIELD AV ST GEORGES SA 5064;21A HIGHFIELD AV ST GEORGES SA 5064Decision Made
- Internal dwelling alterations5 SUNNYSIDE RD ST GEORGES SA 5064Decision Made
- Variation to Development Authorisation 180/0020/99/CA to delete condition 2 to allow the removal of one (1) Fig tree1C WOODCROFT AV ST GEORGES SA 5064Decision Made
- Verandah40A CRAIGHILL RD ST GEORGES SA 5064Decision Made
- Tree-damaging activity - Removal of one (1) regulated Liquidambar tree14 ANGLESEY AV ST GEORGES SA 5064Decision Made
- Dwelling addition, building alterations, Retaining wall and Partial Demolition.5 SUNNYSIDE RD ST GEORGES SA 5064Under Assessment
February 2026
- Two (2) x two-storey semi-detached dwellings with associated fencing, swimming pool, pergola, demolition of existing dwelling and removal of 5 regulated trees49 HIGHFIELD AV ST GEORGES SA 5064Under Assessment
- Removal of one (1) Significant tree - Atlas Cedar (Cedrus atlantica ‘Glauca’)60 HIGHFIELD AV ST GEORGES SA 5064Decision Made
- Opening Roof Verandah10A HIGHFIELD AV ST GEORGES SA 5064Decision Made
January 2026
- Variation to the development application 25014452- Amend boundary wall length, upper floor area, dwelling design, pool location, soft landscaping, setbacks and fencing1 WOODCROFT AV ST GEORGES SA 5064Under Assessment
- Variation to the development application 25014452- Increase boundary wall length and height, amend dwelling design and additional retaining1 WOODCROFT AV ST GEORGES SA 5064Decision Made
- Detached dwelling including associated demolition, outbuilding, terrace, retaining walls, fencing and swimming pool15 INVERNESS AV ST GEORGES SA 5064Under Assessment
2025· 20 proposals
December 2025
- Two (2) double storey semi-detached dwellings, swimming pool (with associated swimming pool safety features), removal of a Regulated Tree (Quercus robur) and associated retaining walls and fencing1 BRAE RD ST GEORGES SA 5064;1A BRAE RD ST GEORGES SA 5064Decision Made
October 2025
- Swimming Pool & Safety Fences26 HIGHFIELD AV ST GEORGES SA 5064Decision Made
- Land Division (Torrens Title) - creating two (2) allotments from one (1) existing1 WOODCROFT AV ST GEORGES SA 5064Decision Made
- Retaining Wall and Fence30 INVERNESS AV ST GEORGES SA 5064Decision Made
August 2025
- Variation to DA ID 25004999 comprising alterations and increase of upper level footprint5 DURHAM AV ST GEORGES SA 5064Under Assessment
- Freestanding Carport with a Lean-to18 ANGLESEY AV ST GEORGES SA 5064Decision Made
- Ancillary accommodation44 HIGHFIELD AV ST GEORGES SA 5064Decision Made
July 2025
- Detached dwelling including retaining walls, fencing, alterations to existing swimming pool and outbuilding24 CRAIGHILL RD ST GEORGES SA 5064Decision Made
- Verandah6 PURNANA AV ST GEORGES SA 5064Decision Made
- Two (2) dwellings including associated demolition, swimming pools, tree damaging activity, retaining walls and fencing1 WOODCROFT AV ST GEORGES SA 5064Under Assessment
- Removal of one (1) significant River Red Gum - Eucalyptus camaldulensis12 AUSTIN CR ST GEORGES SA 5064Decision Made
June 2025
- Dwelling Additions & Alterations14 FIFESHIRE AV ST GEORGES SA 5064Under Assessment
April 2025
- Double storey detached dwelling with associated retaining walls and fencing and an inground swimming pool (with associated pool safety features and fencing)5 DURHAM AV ST GEORGES SA 5064Under Assessment
- Double storey detached dwelling including retaining walls and fencing15 WOODCROFT AV ST GEORGES SA 5064Decision Made
2024· 26 proposals
26 proposals lodged in 2024. Individual listings are kept for the most recent proposals.
2023· 23 proposals
23 proposals lodged in 2023. Individual listings are kept for the most recent proposals.
2022· 45 proposals
45 proposals lodged in 2022. Individual listings are kept for the most recent proposals.
2021· 41 proposals
41 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
4 nearby amenities within ~1.5 km
- Stop 14 Portrush Road - East sideBus stop
- Stop 15 Portrush Road - East sideBus stop
- JB Cleland KindergartenKindergarten
Unit A 1 Gulfview Avenue, St Georges
- Australia PostPost Box
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)
- 10/10
- IRSD decile (2021)
- 10/10
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
Heritage
20 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
Childcare
1 childcare service from OpenStreetMap
- JB Cleland KindergartenGulfview Avenuekindergarten
Data sources & freshness
- Childcare services (SA) — OpenStreetMap + SA Education · Period: current · Updated on site
Desirability index
- Desirability score
- 83.7/100
- Cohort rank
- #52 among Metro Adelaide suburbs
Data sources & freshness
- Suburb Guide desirability index — Suburb Guide (derived score) · Period: current · Updated on site · Derived from source metrics
Recent changes
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Data sources & freshness
- Childcare services (SA) — OpenStreetMap + SA Education · Updated on site
- SA Heritage Places database — Department for Environment and Water (SA) · Updated on site
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