Local Government Area (LGA) Research · Data as of Sept 2026

Property Investment in Peterborough, SA

12 suburbs in Peterborough council area · Population ~1,701 · 1,087 dwellings · 3,020 km²

Peterborough Council Average R-Score 86 / 100 — top suburb in Peterborough scores 89/100

Market conditions here are running warmer than most

Most of the demand and supply indicators we track are sitting above the national midpoint this month.

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Figures reflect Ripehouse Advisory’s monthly 27-indicator suburb bake (Sept 2026). General information only — not personal financial advice.

Top suburb in Peterborough89

Highest R-Score out of 12 suburbs in Peterborough

Peterborough council average86

Across 2 scored suburbs in Peterborough

Suburb medians in Peterborough range from $160,000 to $587,000.

3-year population movement: +1.3%. Annual new dwelling approvals: 0.4% of stock (~4 dwellings). Tracked infrastructure pipeline: $389M. Key employment sectors: Agriculture, Forestry and Fishing (16%), Accommodation and Food Services (13%), Education and Training (13%), Health Care and Social Assistance (13%).

Typical suburb median price$230,000

Across 12 suburbs in Peterborough (Sept 2026) · ~720 days on market.

Gross rental yield & rent8.7%

Median asking rent ~$385/wk · Vacancy 0.8%.

Top suburb R-Score in Peterborough89/100

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Peterborough (SA) FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions: Property Investment in Peterborough

Key facts and market data from the Sept 2026 Ripehouse Advisory research bake for Peterborough (South Australia).

Is Peterborough (SA) a good council area for property investment in 2026?

As of Sept 2026, Peterborough (South Australia) has an average Ripehouse R-Score of 86/100 across 12 suburbs, with its strongest suburb scoring 89/100. Across Peterborough, the typical suburb median price is $230,000, median weekly rent is $385/wk, gross rental yield is 8.7%, and vacancy sits at 0.8%.

Which suburbs in Peterborough have the highest R-Score right now?

In the Sept 2026 Ripehouse research bake, the highest-scoring suburbs in Peterborough (SA) are Yongala (89/100, median $170,000), Peterborough (83/100, median $240,000). Each suburb is evaluated monthly across 27 demand, supply, momentum, and yield indicators.

What is the median house price, rent and rental yield in Peterborough?

Across Peterborough (SA), the median suburb property price is $230,000, median asking rent is $385/wk, and median gross yield is 8.7%, with homes averaging 720 days on market. The highest-yielding suburbs in Peterborough include Peterborough (8.9%), Yongala (8.4%).

What are the demographics and size of the Peterborough council area?

Peterborough is a Local Government Area in South Australia with an ABS estimated resident population of 1,701, approximately 1,087 dwellings, covering 3,020 sq km.

What are the best streets in Peterborough (SA)?

Every street across all 12 suburbs in Peterborough is scored on the Ripehouse Street Score. Select any suburb below to view its street-by-street rankings.