Property Report
Comprehensive multi-dimensional analysis
Zoning & Regional Plan
GRZ
General Residential Zone
LEP: Playford Advance Planning and Design Code (SA Planning & Design Code - Zone GRZ1)
Height Limit
2 storeys
Min Lot Size
450m²
✅ Permitted Uses
❌ Prohibited Uses
Schools
Smithfield is a southern Adelaide suburb with good access to public schools, particularly Smithfield Primary and Aberfoyle Park High School. Several independent and Catholic primary options (Lutheran and Catholic) are within 2–4 km. Verify catchment boundaries with the South Australian Department for Education.
Likely public catchment
Smithfield is likely zoned for Smithfield Primary School and Aberfoyle Park High School for public education.
Nearby schools
Smithfield Primary School
In catchmentAberfoyle Park High School
In catchmentImmanuel Lutheran Primary School
St Michael's Lutheran Primary School
Aberfoyle Park Lutheran Primary School
Reynella East Secondary College
Catchment information is indicative only. Always verify with the relevant state education department before making enrolment decisions.
Traffic & Congestion
Smithfield, SA is located in the northern suburbs with reasonable road connectivity. Traffic conditions are typically light to moderate, with some congestion during peak hours on main arterial roads.
Nearby Major Roads
Peak Hour Impact
Morning peak hours (7-9am) and evening peak hours (4-6pm) see moderate increases in traffic, particularly on Port Wakefield Road heading towards the CBD. Weekend traffic remains light.
Public Transport
Smithfield Station is approximately 1.5km away, providing regular Adelaide Metro train services on the Grange Line to the city center and surrounding areas.
Public Transport
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Flood Risk
Smithfield is an inland suburb in metropolitan Adelaide with no major river or creek system posing significant flood risk. Historical flood events in South Australia have primarily affected riverine zones (Torrens River, Onkaparinga River floodplains) and low-lying coastal areas; Smithfield sits at moderate elevation inland and is unlikely to be subject to formal flood overlays. Standard stormwater management and local council conditions typically apply.
Planning Controls
- •SA Planning and Design Code assessment for any mapped flood risk areas or watercourse corridors
- •Local council (likely City of Salisbury) development conditions regarding stormwater management and detention
- •Potential Section 66 Development Plan overlay considerations if near linear infrastructure or council-identified flood paths
Bushfire Risk
BAL Rating
BAL-LOW
Smithfield is a suburban locality in South Australia's Adelaide metropolitan fringe with low to moderate bushfire risk. While some native vegetation and grassland exist in the area, the suburb is primarily residential and developed, reducing overall fire threat exposure. Properties should still maintain defensible space and comply with basic CFS guidelines, though BAL-LOW construction standards typically apply.
Crime & Safety
Smithfield, SA experiences crime rates consistent with South Australian metropolitan averages, with theft being the most prevalent category. Property crimes and assault incidents remain the primary concerns in the suburb. Overall crime trends have remained relatively stable over recent years.
Total Incidents
4,200
Estimated annual (2024-2025)
vs State
Average
Trend
➡️ stable
Crime Categories
Future Development
Smithfield is a stable outer northern Adelaide suburb with modest residential infill activity and incremental local improvements. Development pressure is primarily driven by broader northern suburbs growth corridors and master-planned precincts (such as Playford Alive) rather than intensive local renewal. Infrastructure investment in regional road networks supports moderate housing intensification.
Smithfield residential infill - mixed housing
0.5 kmSmall-scale infill development targeting vacant or underutilised residential lots across Smithfield, consistent with suburban densification trends.
Local retail and community facilities upgrades
1.2 kmMinor centre improvements and local retail precinct enhancement to support growing suburban catchment.
Playford Alive master-planned precinct (adjacent)
3 kmLarge-scale urban renewal and new housing precinct in nearby Elizabeth/Playford area, driving broader northern Adelaide growth.
North-South Corridor road infrastructure
2 kmMajor transport corridor upgrade improving connectivity across northern Adelaide suburbs including Smithfield.
Heritage & Conservation
Smithfield is a suburban locality in Adelaide's outer-north region with limited heritage overlay. The area developed primarily in the mid-to-late 20th century as a residential suburb with modest character rather than architectural significance. Few individual properties carry state or local heritage listing, though some early institutional buildings retain local interest.
Nearby Heritage Items