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Meadows, Australia
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Meadows is a small town in South Australia, Australia with a population of 1,342. Elevation: 1,158 ft (353 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Meadows
Meadows is a town in the Adelaide Hills, South Australia, the town was originally known as Battunga, and the land including and around it is still referred to as Battunga country. At the 2021 Australian census, Meadows had a population of 1,126.
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| Population | 1,342 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,158 ft (353 m) |
| Coordinates | -35.1802°, 138.7625° |
| Timezone | Australia/Adelaide |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | South Australia |
| Average Temperature | 61°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 18.4 inches (466 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $30,995 |
| Median Age | 39.0 years |
About Meadows
Meadows is a small town in Australia (South Australia) with a population of 1,342. The city sits at an elevation of 1,158 feet (353 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.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Meadows vs Australia Average
Income: Meadows vs Australia
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Income
| Median HH Income | $30,995 |
| 59% below Australia avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $30,995 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $596 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.0% |
| 17% below Australia avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 127 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $193,200 |
| 31% below Australia avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $966 |
| 17% below Australia avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 88.8% |
| Owner-Occupied | 88.8% |
| Renter-Occupied | 11.2% |
| Housing Units | 537 |
Property Tax
Climate in Meadows
Meadows has an average annual temperature of 14.8°C (59°F). The hottest month is Jan (20.2°C), the coldest is Jul (9.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 740 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 61.2°F |
| 13% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| Sunny Days | 309 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,158 ft (353 m) |
| Area | 733.1 sq mi (1,898.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -35.1802°N, 138.7625°W |
| Timezone | Australia/Adelaide |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1902 | KANGAROO ISLAND | Earthquake | - | - | 72 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 70°F (21°C) | 1.1 in | Warmest |
| February | 68°F (20°C) | 0.9 in | Driest |
| March | 65°F (18°C) | 1.4 in | |
| April | 59°F (15°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 55°F (13°C) | 3.3 in | |
| June | 50°F (10°C) | 3.9 in | |
| July | 53°F (12°C) | 4.5 in | Wettest |
| August | 50°F (10°C) | 4.3 in | Coldest |
| September | 53°F (12°C) | 3.3 in | |
| October | 56°F (14°C) | 2.6 in | |
| November | 61°F (16°C) | 1.5 in | |
| December | 65°F (18°C) | 1.4 in |
Meadows has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 50°F in August to 70°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 30.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.5") and February the driest (0.9").
Schools in Meadows
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meadows Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Meadows
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 Meadows
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Australian Heritage Services | ||||
| Beaumont House - National Trust | ||||
| Carrick Hill | ||||
| Gamble Cottage-National Trust | ||||
| Gilbert's Motor Museum | ||||
| James Bassett School-National Trust | ||||
| Marion Historic Village Museum | ||||
| Nairne Museum | ||||
| RA&HS Museum & Archives | ||||
| Sir Thomas Playford ETSA Museum | ||||
| Stangate House and Garden - National Trust | ||||
| Strathalbyn Police Station and Courthouse Museum - National Trust | ||||
| Uniting Church in Australia History Centre | ||||
| Unley Museum | ||||
| Vickers Vimy Exhibition | ||||
| Willunga Courthouse National Trust Museum | ||||
| Willunga Slate National Trust Museum | ||||
| Winns Bakehouse - National Trust | ||||
| Winns Bakehouse Museum |
Libraries in Meadows
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BFPS Library | 0.0 | |||||
| BFPS Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Blackwood Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Brighton Library - City of Holdfast Bay | 0.0 | |||||
| Burnside Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Burnside Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Coventry Memorial Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Flinders University Central Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Goodwood Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hutt Street Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hutt Street Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Marion Cultural Centre Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Mitcham Memorial Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Mount Barker Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Park Holme Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Schrader Libraray | 0.0 | |||||
| Schrader Libraray | 0.0 | |||||
| Strathalbyn Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Sturt Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Unley Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Unley Library | 0.0 | |||||
| West Torrens Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Woodcroft Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Woodside Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Meadows
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adelaide Farmers’ Market | |||||
| Adelaide Farmers’ Market | |||||
| Willunga Farmers Market |
Veterinaries in Meadows
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Meadows
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Meadows
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gulf Brewery | ||||
| Left Barrel Brewery | ||||
| Penny Red Brewery.. | ||||
| Yellow Matter | ||||
| Yellow Matter |
Stadiums & Teams in Meadows
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Meadows
22 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Adelaide International Airport | ADL | Large Airport |
| RAAF Base Edinburgh | - | Medium Airport |
| Adelaide Parafield Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Aldinga Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Aldinga private airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Calvin Grove Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cherry Gardens Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Claremont Airbase | - | Small Airport |
| Gawler Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Goolwa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hindmarsh International Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hindmarsh Island private strip | - | Small Airport |
| Huntfield Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Lower Light Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lyndoch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Meningie Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Murray Bridge Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Rollo's Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Rowland Flat Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Sedan Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Strathalbyn Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Woodside Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Meadows
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| St George's Meadows |
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What is the population of Meadows?
Meadows has a population of 1,342 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 733.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.0 years.
Is Meadows expensive to live in?
The median household income is $30,995, 59% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $193,200 (31% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $966 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.2x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Meadows?
Meadows 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 Meadows?
Meadows has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $596. There are 127 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Meadows?
The median home value in Meadows is $193,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $966. The homeownership rate is 88.8%.