๐Ÿ“ฎ Glenelg postcode: 5045

Glenelg Median Property Value & Market Data (SA)

Glenelg, South Australiaยท City of Holdfast Bayยท 5045
Glenelg has a median property value in line with South Australia averagesUpdated 22 Mar 2026

Price Score

6.0/10

Glenelg has a median property value in line with South Australia averages

Key Facts

Median Price Range
$550kโ€“$800k
Suburb
Glenelg, SA
Key Price Driver
Local amenity and market demand
Climate Risk Impact
Increasingly affects property values โ€” get a report
Postcode
5045
Highest high-risk exposure
12% of land (bushfire)

Median Property Value Analysis

Glenelg in South Australia sits within the broader property market of the region. The median property value provides a benchmark for home buyers evaluating the suburb against neighbouring areas and state averages across South Australia. Understanding where a suburb sits in the price spectrum is a critical first step in property research.

Property values in Glenelg are influenced by factors including location, housing stock diversity, school catchments, transport access, and increasingly climate risk exposure. The median price represents the middle point of all sales โ€” half sold for more, half for less โ€” and is the most commonly cited benchmark in Australian property market reporting. Domain and CoreLogic both publish suburb-level median price data that can be compared across South Australia.

For buyers considering Glenelg, the relationship between property value and climate risk is becoming increasingly important. Properties in areas with lower exposure to flood, bushfire, and extreme heat may hold value better over the long term as climate risk awareness grows among Australian home buyers.

To make an informed property decision in Glenelg, an address-level assessment is essential. Get a complete ClimateNest report for your shortlisted property including climate risk scores, projected insurance costs, and long-term value outlook to complement your market research.

Glenelg (postcode 5045) is tracked in ClimateNest's suburb hazard model, which maps the share of the suburb's land exposed to each hazard at high and moderate levels. The suburb's highest high-risk exposures are bushfire (12% of land in high-risk zones), surface flood (5.7% of land in high-risk zones), coastal inundation (5.4% of land in high-risk zones). Exposure is not uniform across Glenelg โ€” individual properties can sit well above or below these averages, so an address-level check is recommended before buying, selling or insuring.

Adaptation & Mitigation Actions

Improve drainage infrastructure

Near-term

Upgrade drainage systems to handle increased rainfall intensity and reduce the risk of flash flooding.

Est. cost: Medium

Implement coastal protection measures

Immediate

Construct seawalls and other coastal defenses to protect against erosion and sea level rise.

Est. cost: High

Promote energy efficiency and reduce urban heat island effect

Long-term

Encourage the use of cool roofs, green spaces, and energy-efficient buildings to mitigate the urban heat island effect.

Est. cost: Medium

Develop community emergency plans

Near-term

Create community-based emergency plans to prepare for and respond to extreme weather events.

Est. cost: Low

Council & Emergency Services

City of Holdfast Bay
Emergency Services

Data last updated: 22 March 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the median property value in Glenelg?

The median property value for Glenelg in South Australia provides a market benchmark for home buyers and sellers. For the most current median price data, consult Domain, CoreLogic, or your local real estate agent who can provide suburb-specific sales evidence and recent comparable sales. Property prices in South Australia vary significantly by location, property type, and condition โ€” the median is a starting point, not a valuation.

How do property values in Glenelg compare to South Australia averages?

Glenelg sits within the South Australia property market. Statewide median prices in South Australia range from $550k to $800k depending on property type and location. Consider climate risk alongside price data โ€” ClimateNest provides property-specific risk assessments for addresses across Glenelg.

What factors affect property values in Glenelg?

Property values in Glenelg are driven by location, proximity to schools and transport, housing stock quality and diversity, neighbourhood amenity, market conditions, and increasingly climate risk exposure. Address-level climate risk data from ClimateNest helps buyers make informed decisions.

Does climate risk affect property values in Glenelg?

Yes, climate risk is an increasingly important factor in property values across Australian suburbs, including Glenelg. Properties with verified lower climate risk may attract premium pricing as buyer awareness grows. A ClimateNest report provides address-level climate risk data to inform your property valuation.

What share of Glenelg is exposed to high bushfire risk?

ClimateNest's hazard overlay maps 12% of Glenelg in high-risk zones for bushfire, with a further 64.6% in moderate-risk zones. Suburb-level exposure is not uniform โ€” individual properties can differ from these averages, so an address-level check is recommended.

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What A$69 could save you from

$7.2B
2022 insured disaster losses*
$300B+
climate risk to property by 2050*
30-120%
insurance premium increases in high-risk areas*

*Industry sources: ICA, APRA, RBA

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