Harrogate
SA 5244 • South Australia
About Harrogate
Harrogate is a small historic town in the Adelaide Hills region of South Australia, located on the banks of the Bremer River approximately 56 kilometres east of Adelaide within the District Council of Mount Barker. Established in 1858 by surveyor Charles Burney Young and believed to be named after Harrogate in North Yorkshire, England, the town retains much of its 19th-century character. The locality has a population of 431 residents and covers a large rural area of 75 square kilometres, giving it a quiet, semi-rural character that attracts those seeking a peaceful Hills lifestyle.
Harrogate features a number of heritage-listed buildings dating to the mid-19th century, including a former Bible Christian chapel built around 1859 and a community hall that was once the village hall. The surrounding Adelaide Hills landscape offers rolling green scenery, vineyards, and easy access to nearby towns such as Woodside and Mount Barker for everyday services. It is a place that appeals to those who value history, rural tranquillity, and the distinctive character of the Adelaide Hills, while remaining within a comfortable drive of Adelaide's amenities.
Harrogate falls under postcode 5244 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Schubert electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Limited regional services — Mount Barker / Woodside 20-30 min
Commute to Adelaide CBD
🛣️ Access via Adelaide Hills roads; car is essential; Mount Barker has park-and-ride options
Harrogate has no local shops or services; all errands require driving to Woodside or Mount Barker
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Prescott Street
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Spring Head Road
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23 Moffat Street