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SA · Mitcham Council

Urrbrae, SA, 5064

Current weather

11°CDense drizzle

85% humidity · 23.9 km/h wind · 12.4° / 10° today · 33.2 mm rain

Desirability index

73/100

#88 among Metro Adelaide suburbs

How this score is calculated

Suburb snapshot

Urrbrae is a small locality in the Mitcham area, home to around 1,070 residents (2021 Census). Recent indicators show reported crime totals of around 19 offences in 2024–25 (Jul–Jun), roughly 17.8 offences per 1,000 residents, median weekly rent around $580 (flats $570, houses $920), median house prices near $1,350,000 (down 16% recently), 1 school and preschool site in the area, 9 public transport stops within the suburb, a solid spread of nearby amenities and everyday services, and notable planning and development activity on record. Use the sections below for detailed population, safety, schools, and local activity data.

Population

Population
1,070
Median age
44
Median household income / week
$2,346
Dwelling vacancy
6.3%
Unoccupied private dwellings
26 of 410
Median monthly mortgage
$2,383
Employment rate
58.9%
Dwelling mix (houses / semi / flats)
14 / 24 / 13

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)
$570
Houses (01/01/26 to 31/03/26)
$920
All types (01/01/26 to 31/03/26)
$580
Median house price (Q1 2026)
$1,350,000
Median price change
-15.7%

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)
19
Against the person
2
Against property
17
Rate per 1,000 residents
17.8
Person-crime prevalence
About 1 in 535 residents
State safety percentile
22.3th (lower crime is better)
Family & domestic abuse offences
23
Year-on-year change
0%

Most common offence types

  • Other Property Damage And Environmental4
  • Other Theft5
  • Other Unlawful Entry With Intent2
  • Theft From Motor Vehicle3
  • Theft/Illegal Use Of Mv1

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
  • Netherby KindergartenBruce Webb CrescentPreschools

Data sources & freshness

  • Government education sites register — Government of South Australia · Period: current · Updated on site · Static register

Public transport

9 public transport stops in this suburb

  • Stop 163 Cross Rd - South side
  • Stop 164 Cross Rd - South side
  • Stop 20 Cross Rd - South side
  • Stop 22 Waite Rd - West side
  • Stop School Cross Rd / Hexham Ave

Data sources & freshness

Planning & development

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

99 planning-related records

2026· 9 proposals

  • May 2026

  • Replacement retaining wall on boundary with fence above
    48 BIRKSGATE DR URRBRAE SA 5064Under Assessment
  • Remove one (1) significant Eucalyptus cladocalyx (Sugar Gum)
    26 OLDE COACH RD URRBRAE SA 5064Decision Made

  • April 2026

  • Verandah, Alterations to Retaining Walls and Boundary Fencing, addition of Roller Door to existing Carport
    46 BIRKSGATE DR URRBRAE SA 5064Under Assessment
  • Change roof cladding from tiles to metal sheeting
    10 OLDE COACH RD URRBRAE SA 5064Decision Made

  • March 2026

  • Tree Damaging Activity - Removal of 1 Regulated Tree and Pruning of 1 Significant Tree
    33 BIRKSGATE DR URRBRAE SA 5064Under Assessment

  • January 2026

  • Concrete Swimming Pool
    39 GRANDVIEW AV URRBRAE SA 5064Decision Made
  • Building alteration to existing garage
    2 MEADOWBANK RISE URRBRAE SA 5064Decision Made
  • Upgrade to existing research growth chambers
    LOT 55 WAITE RD URRBRAE SA 5064Decision Made
  • Removal of Two Regulated Trees
    10 GRANDVIEW AV URRBRAE SA 5064Decision Made
2025· 25 proposals

  • December 2025

  • Construction of a single storey detached dwelling, swimming pool and associated boundary retaining walls, fencing and landscaping
    1 PITCAIRN AV URRBRAE SA 5064Decision Made
  • Retaining walls and fences along portion of southern boundary and retaining walls on council verge
    42 BIRKSGATE DR URRBRAE SA 5064Under Assessment
  • Removal of a significant tree
    15 CROSS RD URRBRAE SA 5064Decision Made

  • October 2025

  • Verandah
    UNIT 57 5 MOUNT BARKER RD URRBRAE SA 5064Decision Made
  • Removal of 2 regulated trees
    LOT 55 WALTER YOUNG AV URRBRAE SA 5064Decision Made
  • Outbuilding
    15 CROSS RD URRBRAE SA 5064Decision Made

  • September 2025

  • Install a fiberglass swimming pool and safety fence and Louvered Verandah
    16 BIRKSGATE DR URRBRAE SA 5064Decision Made
  • Ancillary accommodation with associated garage, in-ground swimming pool with safety barriers, deck and verandah, pergola forward of building line, and retrospective change of use from a garage to a bedroom
    1 MEADOWBANK RISE URRBRAE SA 5064Under Assessment
  • Swimming pool and safety fence
    10 WILLOWOOD DR URRBRAE SA 5064Decision Made
  • Outbuilding (Shed)
    25 GRANDVIEW AV URRBRAE SA 5064Decision Made
  • additions and alterations to a detached dwelling, including a deck
    4 ASHWOOD PL URRBRAE SA 5064Decision Made
  • Removal of regulated Ulmus parvifolia (Chinese Elm)
    39 GRANDVIEW AV URRBRAE SA 5064Decision Made

  • August 2025

  • Internal alterations
    6 GREENWOOD GR URRBRAE SA 5064Decision Made
  • retaining wall and fencing on the boundary.
    48 BIRKSGATE DR URRBRAE SA 5064Decision Made

  • June 2025

  • Shed
    UNIT 7 5 MOUNT BARKER RD URRBRAE SA 5064Decision Made
  • Protective Tree Netting Structure
    LOT 55 WAITE RD URRBRAE SA 5064;LOT 55 WALTER YOUNG AV URRBRAE SA 5064Decision Made

  • May 2025

  • Construct and install new identification and wayfinding signs to replace existing
    LOT 100 HARTLEY GR URRBRAE SA 5064;LOT 100 PARATOO RD URRBRAE SA 5064;LOT 100 WAITE RD URRBRAE SA 5064;LOT 55 WAITE RD URRBRAE SA 5064;LOT 55 WALTER YOUNG AV URRBRAE SA 5064Decision Made
  • Dwelling Addition (garage), Building Alterations and removal of a significant tree
    21 WILLOWOOD DR URRBRAE SA 5064Decision Made
  • Concrete Swimming pool
    5 OAKDENE CL URRBRAE SA 5064Decision Made
  • Verandah
    46 BIRKSGATE DR URRBRAE SA 5064Decision Made

  • April 2025

  • Verandah
    20 BIRKSGATE DR URRBRAE SA 5064Decision Made
  • Removal of 1 Significant tree, 1 Regulated Tree and pruning of 1 Significant Tree
    83 CROSS RD URRBRAE SA 5064Decision Made

  • February 2025

  • Dwelling alterations and additions
    24 WILLOWOOD DR URRBRAE SA 5064Decision Made

  • January 2025

  • Existing deck to be removed and replaced. Part of existing garage walls and roof to be removed and replaced. Existing upper storey tiled roof to be removed and replaced.
    45 BIRKSGATE DR URRBRAE SA 5064Decision Made
  • Two-storey detached dwelling and associated swimming pool, deck, outbuilding, retaining walls and fences
    6 GRANDVIEW AV URRBRAE SA 5064Decision Made
2024· 16 proposals

  • October 2024

  • Swimming pool barrier, balustrade to existing staircase, extension of existing raised deck and 2.5m high privacy screen.
    11 OLDE COACH RD URRBRAE SA 5064Under Assessment
  • A painted timber pergola and a metal-sheeted roof will be built over the outdoor dining area, positioned above the approved terrace. This structure will be placed between the approved carport and the house extension.
    69 CROSS RD URRBRAE SA 5064Decision Made
  • Remove three significant cypress trees
    LOT 55 WAITE RD URRBRAE SA 5064;LOT 55 WALTER YOUNG AV URRBRAE SA 5064Decision Made

  • September 2024

  • Raised steel mesh platform, plant/equipment screen and tree damaging activity
    LOT 100 PARATOO RD URRBRAE SA 5064Decision Made
  • Partial demolition of the existing dwelling to facilitate alterations and additions.
    79 BIRKSGATE DR URRBRAE SA 5064Decision Made

  • August 2024

  • Internal and external dwelling alterations
    9 BARR-SMITH DR URRBRAE SA 5064Decision Made
2023· 19 proposals

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

2022· 20 proposals

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

2021· 9 proposals

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

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Amenities

15 nearby amenities within ~1.5 km

  • Bench (2)
  • Stop 163 Cross Road - South sideBus stop
  • Stop 164 Cross Road - South sideBus stop
  • Stop 20 Cross Road - South sideBus stop
  • Stop 21 Waite Road - East sideBus stop
  • Stop 21 Waite Road - West sideBus stop
  • Stop 22 Waite Road - East sideBus stop
  • Stop 22 Waite Road - West sideBus stop
  • Stop 23 Waite Road - West sideBus stop
  • The MonasteryPlace of worship

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

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Desirability index

Desirability score
73.0/100
Cohort rank
#88 among Metro Adelaide suburbs

Data sources & freshness

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

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