L to R: SA Housing Authority Michael Buchan, Chief Executive, and Joe Noone, Director – Capital Program
Two major housing developments in Adelaide’s western and southern suburbs will deliver over 1900 homes with an investment of $576 million.
$425 million will be used to redevelop 36.4 hectares at Seaton for the construction of around 1,315 homes. The total development will be comprised of 865 houses and townhouses and 450 apartments, with at least 15 percent to be affordable housing and 30% social housing. The Seaton site is bordered by Frederick Road, Glenburnie Street, West Lakes Boulevard and Tapleys Hill Road. 388 existing public homes within the site will be replaced on a 1:1 basis, as part of the suburb’s reimagining with a mix of houses and apartments to suit the changing needs of the tenants.
Urban renewal will result in an additional 26,000 sqm of new public parks, in addition to the existing Pedlar Reserve, enhanced streetscapes and a significant increase in the tree canopy.
It’s expected to be the largest and most complex project of its kind in South Australia since nearby Westwood. Existing SA Housing Authority tenants will be found alternative accommodation which will gradually occur in stages over the next six years. The process of advising tenants formally began, in writing, and a dedicated phone line has been established. The broader community will have the opportunity to provide feedback on the draft master plan through community engagement sessions to be held later this month.
A further $150 million has been allocated to develop two parcels of vacant land at Port Noarlunga and Noarlunga Downs. The area is approximately 22.8 hectares to the east and west of Lovelock Drive, adjacent to the South Adelaide Football Club. The project will deliver around 626 new homes – including 80 new SA Housing Authority homes, 15% affordable housing and a minimum of 12.5% new public open space. The affordable homes will be a mix of apartments and townhouses.
Community engagement will begin next month with construction expected to begin in early 2026. The first residents are due to move in in early 2027. Renewal SA and SA Housing Authority are working with the private sector, Community Housing Providers and the Commonwealth Government for partnership and funding opportunities to deliver both the Seaton and Noarlunga projects.
