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Birdwood, Australia

South Australia · Australia

Birdwood is a small town in South Australia, Australia with a population of 932. Elevation: 1,280 ft (390 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
932 Population 3/sq mi density
1,280 ft Elevation 390 meters
61°F Avg Temperature 16°C
18.4 in Annual Rain
Australia / Adelaide Timezone
$26,229 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$26,229 median income, 3.0% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.8 / 5.0
$180,200 home value, $901/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population932
Median Age43.0 yrs
Density3/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$26,229
Per Capita$26,229
Unemployment3.0%

Housing

C+
Home Value$180,200
Rent$901
Ownership88.8%
Housing Units373

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
Rain18.4 in/yr
Sunny Days309/yr
Elevation1,280 ft (390 m)
Population932
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation1,280 ft (390 m)
Coordinates-34.8183°, 138.9648°
TimezoneAustralia/Adelaide
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceSouth Australia
Average Temperature61°F (16°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation18.4 inches (466 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$26,229
Median Age43.0 years

About Birdwood

Birdwood is a small town in Australia (South Australia) with a population of 932. The city sits at an elevation of 1,280 feet (390 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 53°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 18.4 inches. The timezone is Australia/Adelaide.

Birdwood has a population of 932 with a density of 3 people per square mile, spread across 309.8 square miles. The median age is 43.0 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

932
Total Population
3
People / sq mi
43.0yrs
Median Age
11% above Australia avg
309.8mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Birdwood vs Australia Average

The median household income in Birdwood is $26,229, which is 65% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,229 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $504, 65% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 89 business establishments.

Income: Birdwood vs Australia

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$26,229
65% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$26,229
Avg Weekly Wage$504

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
17% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)89

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Birdwood is $180,200, 36% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $901 (23% below the national average of $1,163). 88.8% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 373 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.9x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$180,200
36% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$901
23% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership88.8%
Owner-Occupied88.8%
Renter-Occupied11.2%
Housing Units373

Property Tax

Climate in Birdwood

Birdwood has an average annual temperature of 14.5°C (58°F). The hottest month is Jan (21.2°C), the coldest is Jul (8.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 686 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 21.2°C / 70°F 13.9° / 28.4° 24.2
Feb 20.3°C / 69°F 13.7° / 26.9° 32.7
Mar 18.2°C / 65°F 12.4° / 23.9° 22.1
Apr 15.2°C / 59°F 10.6° / 19.7° 43.2
May 11.8°C / 53°F 8.7° / 14.9° 83.6
Jun 9.1°C / 48°F 6.4° / 11.8° 92.5
Jul 8.6°C / 47°F 5.9° / 11.2° 93.3
Aug 9°C / 48°F 6° / 12.1° 99.5
Sep 11.2°C / 52°F 7.2° / 15.1° 65.4
Oct 14°C / 57°F 8.8° / 19.3° 53.3
Nov 17°C / 63°F 11.1° / 22.9° 38.5
Dec 18.8°C / 66°F 12.2° / 25.4° 37.3
Birdwood enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 53°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 309 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 18.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,280 feet.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 53°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average61.2°F
13% above Australia avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)
Sunny Days309 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,280 ft (390 m)
Area309.8 sq mi (802.4 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates-34.8183°N, 138.9648°W
TimezoneAustralia/Adelaide

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 18.4"
52% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.49"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.75"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

20 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M3.0 on Mar 29, 2022.

May 3, 1997 32 km WNW of Burra, Australia M4.8 147 km
Mar 5, 1997 5 km ESE of Burra, Australia M4.8 127 km
May 14, 2020 15 km WSW of Burra, Australia M4.4 126 km
Aug 17, 1991 21 km NE of Kapunda, Australia M4.1 70 km
Mar 5, 2022 3 km SW of Mount Barker, Australia M4.0 32 km
Feb 1, 2017 9 km NW of Murray Bridge, Australia M3.9 34 km
Jan 22, 1999 36 km SSE of Burra, Australia M3.8 94 km
Apr 16, 2010 2 km N of Macclesfield, Australia M3.8 39 km
May 9, 2001 28 km SSW of Minlaton, Australia M3.5 137 km
May 23, 2004 17 km NE of Nuriootpa, Australia M3.3 53 km
Oct 18, 2011 3 km ESE of Hawthorndene, Australia M3.3 36 km
Mar 11, 2000 16 km NE of Balaklava, Australia M3.0 96 km
Mar 29, 2022 3 km ESE of Macclesfield, Australia M3.0 42 km
May 2, 2003 26 km ENE of Kadina, Australia M2.9 138 km
Jul 8, 2007 26 km SW of Normanville, Australia M2.8 117 km
Aug 3, 2007 23 km SSE of Burra, Australia M2.7 107 km
Aug 2, 2004 29 km N of Clare, Australia M2.7 143 km
Sep 22, 2003 11 km SSE of Normanville, Australia M2.7 97 km
Aug 2, 2004 30 km N of Clare, Australia M2.6 144 km
Jun 12, 2007 26 km E of Angaston, Australia M2.5 49 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1902 KANGAROO ISLAND Earthquake 90 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 1.0 in Warmest
February 69°F (21°C) 0.8 in Driest
March 65°F (18°C) 1.2 in
April 59°F (15°C) 2.1 in
May 54°F (12°C) 3.0 in
June 49°F (9°C) 3.9 in Coldest
July 53°F (12°C) 4.5 in Wettest
August 49°F (9°C) 4.2 in
September 52°F (11°C) 3.6 in
October 56°F (13°C) 2.6 in
November 60°F (16°C) 1.5 in
December 65°F (18°C) 1.3 in

Birdwood has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 49°F in June to 70°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 29.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.5") and February the driest (0.8").

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Schools in Birdwood

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Birdwood High School
Birdwood Primary School
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Radio Stations near Birdwood

17 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Triple M Adelaide 80s, rock AAC+ 33 kbps
ABC Radio Adelaide news, talkback AAC 94 kbps
5MBS 99.9FM adelaide, blues MP3 128 kbps
ABC Triple J (SA) abc, alternative AAC+ 56 kbps
Fresh 92.7 (192kbps) dance, electronic MP3 192 kbps
ABC Classic FM (SA) classical, news AAC 238 kbps
5MBS MP3 128 kbps
Smooth FM Adelaide (AAC+ 320k) commercial, easy listening AAC+ 320 kbps
Radio Italiana 531 MP3 192 kbps
Tripple M Adelaide (128kbps) 80's, rock AAC 130 kbps
Lofty 88.9 AAC 24 kbps
Smooth FM Adelaide (MP3) commercial, easy listening MP3 96 kbps
Smooth FM Adelaide (AAC+ 128k) commercial, easy listening AAC+ 128 kbps
WOW FM 100.5 AAC 64 kbps
Smooth FM Adelaide (AAC+ 48k) commercial, easy listening AAC+ 48 kbps
5EBI 103.1 FM mix AAC 192 kbps
5MBS 99.9FM (AAC 64) adelaide, blues AAC 64 kbps

Museums in Birdwood

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bowdens Cottage
Gawler Old Telegraph Museum-National Trust
Gumeracha & District History Centre Inc.
Lobethal Archives & Historical Museum
Nairne Museum
National Motor Museum
National Motor Museum
Old Highercombe Hotel And Folk Museum National Trust
Stangate House and Garden - National Trust

Libraries in Birdwood

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Coventry Memorial Library0.0
Gawler Public Library0.0
Gumeracha Library0.0
Lyndoch Library0.0
Woodside Library0.0

Gas Stations in Birdwood

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AU #747454533

Breweries in Birdwood

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Gulf Brewery
Left Barrel Brewery
Lobethal Bierhaus
Ministry of Beer

Airports Near Birdwood

27 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Adelaide International AirportADLLarge Airport
RAAF Base EdinburghMedium Airport
Adelaide Parafield AirportSmall Airport
Aldinga AirportSmall Airport
Aldinga private airstripSmall Airport
Balaklava AirportSmall Airport
Calvin Grove AirportSmall Airport
Cherry Gardens AirstripSmall Airport
Claremont AirbaseSmall Airport
Gawler AirportSmall Airport
Goolwa AirportSmall Airport
Hindmarsh International AirportSmall Airport
Hindmarsh Island private stripSmall Airport
Huntfield AirfieldSmall Airport
Kapunda AirportSmall Airport
Lower Light AirportSmall Airport
Lyndoch AirportSmall Airport
Murray Bridge AirportSmall Airport
Rollo's AerodromeSmall Airport
Rowland Flat AirstripSmall Airport
Sedan AirfieldSmall Airport
Steinfeld AirfieldSmall Airport
Stonefield GlidingSmall Airport
Strathalbyn AirportSmall Airport
Swan Reach AirportSmall Airport
Truro Flat AirparkSmall Airport
Woodside AirstripSmall Airport

Post Offices in Birdwood

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Birdwood Local Post Office

Quick Facts

Timezone
Australia/Adelaide

🇦🇺 About Australia

Capital Canberra
Population 24,992,369
Area 7,686,850 km²
GDP (USD) $1,734,451,264,656
GDP per capita $65,058
HDI 0.946
Life expectancy 83.1 years
Internet users 97.1%
Urban population 87.5%
Currency AUD (Dollar)
Languages English
Calling code +61
TLD .au
Driving side left

Public Holidays in Australia

25 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 26 Australia Day Australia Day
Mar 2 Labour Day Labour Day
Mar 9 Adelaide Cup Day Adelaide Cup Day
Mar 9 Canberra Day Canberra Day
Mar 9 Eight Hours Day Eight Hours Day
Mar 9 Labour Day Labour Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 4 Holy Saturday Easter Eve
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Easter Sunday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
Apr 25 Anzac Day Anzac Day
Apr 27 Anzac Day Anzac Day
May 4 Labour Day Labour Day
May 4 May Day May Day
Jun 1 Reconciliation Day Reconciliation Day
Jun 1 Western Australia Day Western Australia Day
Jun 8 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Aug 3 Picnic Day Picnic Day
Sep 28 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 Labour Day Labour Day
Nov 3 Melbourne Cup Melbourne Cup
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Birdwood

What is the population of Birdwood?

Birdwood has a population of 932 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 309.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 43.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Birdwood expensive to live in?

The median household income is $26,229, 65% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $180,200 (36% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $901 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.9x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Birdwood?

Birdwood enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 53°F in July. The area receives 309 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.4 inches.

How is the job market in Birdwood?

Birdwood has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $504. There are 89 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Birdwood?

The median home value in Birdwood is $180,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $901. The homeownership rate is 88.8%.

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