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SA · Burnside Council

Tusmore, SA, 5065

Current weather

11.2°CThunderstorm

87% humidity · 20.3 km/h wind · 12.8° / 10.1° today · 27.9 mm rain

Desirability index

95.6/100

#12 among Metro Adelaide suburbs

How this score is calculated

Suburb snapshot

Tusmore is a small locality in the Burnside area, home to around 1,503 residents (2021 Census). Recent indicators show reported crime totals of around 35 offences in 2024–25 (Jul–Jun), roughly 23.3 offences per 1,000 residents, median weekly rent around $645 (flats $530, houses $785), median house prices near $1,975,000 (down 17% recently), 14 public transport stops within the suburb, a higher concentration of local shops, services, and recreation amenities, and notable planning and development activity on record. Use the sections below for detailed population, safety, schools, and local activity data.

Population

Population
1,503
Median age
45
Median household income / week
$2,298
Dwelling vacancy
8.6%
Unoccupied private dwellings
53 of 616
Median monthly mortgage
$2,184
Employment rate
60.7%
Dwelling mix (houses / semi / flats)
27 / 166 / 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)
$530
Houses (01/01/26 to 31/03/26)
$785
All types (01/01/26 to 31/03/26)
$645
Rental bonds lodged (01/01/26 to 31/03/26)
5
Median house price (Q1 2026)
$1,975,000
Median price change
-17.3%

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)
35
Against the person
5
Against property
30
Rate per 1,000 residents
23.3
Person-crime prevalence
About 1 in 301 residents
State safety percentile
33.2th (lower crime is better)
Family & domestic abuse offences
21
Year-on-year change
0%

Most common offence types

  • Other Property Damage And Environmental4
  • Other Theft8
  • Sct - Residence5
  • Serious Assault Not Resulting In Injury3
  • Theft From Motor Vehicle7

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

14 public transport stops in this suburb

  • Stop 10 Stirling St - South side
  • Stop 12 Northumberland St - West side
  • Stop 152 Portrush Rd - East side
  • Stop 9 Portrush Rd / Stirling St- East side
  • Stop 9 Stirling St - South side

Data sources & freshness

Planning & development

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

155 planning-related records

2026· 13 proposals

  • June 2026

  • Double storey detached dwelling including retaining walls and fencing
    44 TUSMORE AV TUSMORE SA 5065Under Assessment
  • Alterations and additions to existing dwelling, including internal alterations to ground floor, roof replacement to alfresco verandah and part of dwelling, addition of upper level, and associated partial demolition of building
    51 NORTHUMBERLAND ST TUSMORE SA 5065Under Assessment
  • New carport, demolition of existing carport
    40 BRANDRETH ST TUSMORE SA 5065Under Assessment

  • May 2026

  • Partial demolition, Dwelling addition and building alterations
    48 BRANDRETH ST TUSMORE SA 5065Under Assessment
  • Alterations and additions to existing dwelling, swimming pool with safety barriers, retaining walls, fencing and associated demolition works
    46 KENNAWAY ST TUSMORE SA 5065Under Assessment
  • Advertising Signage (Banners)
    401 GREENHILL RD TUSMORE SA 5065Decision Made
  • Removal of one (1) regulated tree - Lephostemon concertos (Qld Box)
    22 HYDE ST TUSMORE SA 5065Decision Made

  • April 2026

  • Demolition of all existing structures
    54 NORTHUMBERLAND ST TUSMORE SA 5065Under Assessment
  • Outbuilding (garage)
    419 GREENHILL RD TUSMORE SA 5065Decision Made
  • Alterations and additions to existing dwelling including an upper level, outbuilding containing garage and pool room, swimming pool with safety barriers, retaining walls, fencing, removal of one (1) significant tree and associated partial and full demolition works
    27 BRANDRETH ST TUSMORE SA 5065Under Assessment

  • March 2026

  • Replacement Building - Outbuilding (garage)
    33 KENNAWAY ST TUSMORE SA 5065Under Assessment
  • Alterations to Local Heritage Place, including replacement of 4 existing vents with new vents, and replacement of metal doors with brickwork
    4 KENNAWAY ST TUSMORE SA 5065Decision Made

  • February 2026

  • Demolition of existing front fence and construction of new front fence and sliding gate
    13 BAKEWELL ST TUSMORE SA 5065Under Assessment
2025· 27 proposals

  • December 2025

  • Alterations and additions to existing dwelling, swimming pool with safety barriers and associated demolition works
    77 NORTHUMBERLAND ST TUSMORE SA 5065Under Assessment

  • November 2025

  • Dwelling Addition, Building alteration and Partial demolition
    11 KENNAWAY ST TUSMORE SA 5065Under Assessment
  • Removal of existing lean-to, rear decking and patio and replacing with Brick veneer extension consisting of 2 bedroooms, bathroom, Laundry and Lounge area.
    45 KENNAWAY ST TUSMORE SA 5065Decision Made
  • Single storey additions and alterations to existing dwelling including new attached garage, inground swimming pool and front masonry and palisade fence
    28 LYNINGTON ST TUSMORE SA 5065Under Assessment
  • Variation to DA 25010011 – Alter dwelling floor plan, materials, finishes and elevations as well as fencing and pool changes
    20 STIRLING ST TUSMORE SA 5065Decision Made

  • October 2025

  • Land Division (Torrens Title) - creating two (2) allotments from one (1) existing
    44 TUSMORE AV TUSMORE SA 5065Under Assessment
  • Removal of one regulated Pyrus ussuriensis (Ornamental Pear) tree and two other exempt trees located in the rear yard
    11 BRANDRETH ST TUSMORE SA 5065Decision Made
  • Advertisement Signage
    4 KENNAWAY ST TUSMORE SA 5065Under Assessment

  • September 2025

  • Variation to DA 25027794 - relocate shed
    9 BARR-SMITH ST TUSMORE SA 5065Decision Made
  • Outbuilding (shed)
    9 BARR-SMITH ST TUSMORE SA 5065Decision Made

  • August 2025

  • Alterations and additions to existing dwelling, including additions to ground level and upper level; associated partial demolition of building; new shed; new carport added to existing carport; and demolition of two existing sheds
    17 KENNAWAY ST TUSMORE SA 5065Under Assessment
  • Brush Fence
    UNIT 1 1 BRANDRETH ST TUSMORE SA 5065Decision Made
  • Dwelling Addition
    16 BURKE ST TUSMORE SA 5065Decision Made
  • Demolition of existing dwelling and all associated structures and construction of one (1) single storey detached dwelling, retaining walls, fencing and removal of three (3) regulated and two (2) significant trees
    79 NORTHUMBERLAND ST TUSMORE SA 5065Under Assessment

  • July 2025

  • Alterations and additions to existing dwelling including a mezzanine level, verandah, masonry fire place, swimming pool with safety barriers, fencing and associated partial demolition works
    4 HYDE ST TUSMORE SA 5065Under Assessment
  • Fence - automatic folding gate
    19 STIRLING ST TUSMORE SA 5065Decision Made

  • June 2025

  • Variation to DA 180
    12 BRANDRETH ST TUSMORE SA 5065Decision Made
  • Dwelling addition and alteration, deck with associated verandah on top
    2 ROTHBURY AV TUSMORE SA 5065Decision Made
  • Installation of 2x Stratco sheds
    13 BAKEWELL ST TUSMORE SA 5065Decision Made

  • May 2025

  • Two storey detached dwelling, swimming pool with safety barriers, retaining walls, fencing and removal of one (1) regulated tree (Grevillea robusta)
    20 STIRLING ST TUSMORE SA 5065Under Assessment
  • Removal of one (1) Significant Eucalyptus spathulata (Swamp Mallet) from Council verge and replace with three (3) new trees.
    401 GREENHILL RD TUSMORE SA 5065Decision Made
  • Pool
    40 BRANDRETH ST TUSMORE SA 5065Decision Made
  • Front fence and associated partial demolition of existing fence
    11 BRANDRETH ST TUSMORE SA 5065Decision Made
  • Removal of one (1) Regulated Lilly Pilly Tree
    13 KENNAWAY ST TUSMORE SA 5065Decision Made

  • April 2025

  • Proposed new pergola & retrospective approval for garage infill - store & ensuite
    2C BAKEWELL ST TUSMORE SA 5065Decision Made

  • March 2025

  • Removal of one (1) x Regulated Liquid Amber tree in front yard
    13 BAKEWELL ST TUSMORE SA 5065Decision Made
  • Internal Building Work including repainting concrete staircases, repairing and repainting ceiling tiles and replacing damaged wooden side panel of the booth.
    401 GREENHILL RD TUSMORE SA 5065Decision Made
2024· 27 proposals

27 proposals lodged in 2024. Individual listings are kept for the most recent proposals.

2023· 27 proposals

27 proposals lodged in 2023. Individual listings are kept for the most recent proposals.

2022· 26 proposals

26 proposals lodged in 2022. Individual listings are kept for the most recent proposals.

2021· 35 proposals

35 proposals lodged in 2021. Individual listings are kept for the most recent proposals.

Data sources & freshness

Amenities

69 nearby amenities within ~1.5 km

  • Bbq (4)
  • Bench (14)
  • Bicycle Parking (5)
  • Stop 10 Stirling Street - North sideBus stop
  • Stop 10 Stirling Street - South sideBus stop
  • Stop 11 Greenhill Road - North sideBus stop
  • Stop 11 Stirling Street - North sideBus stop
  • Stop 11 Stirling Street - South sideBus stop
  • Stop 12 Greenhill Road - North sideBus stop
  • Stop 12 Northumberland Street - West sideBus stop

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.

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Heritage

334 state heritage places

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Childcare

1 childcare service from OpenStreetMap

  • Burnside Advanced Early Learning CentrePortrush Roadkindergarten

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Green cover

Parks & woodland (OSM)
1
Parks (OSM)
1

OpenStreetMap parks and natural woodland features mapped within the suburb boundary.

Data sources & freshness

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

Desirability index

Desirability score
95.6/100
Cohort rank
#12 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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