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Mount Barker

SA 5251 • Greater Adelaide

18,330
Population (2021)
$42,380
Median Income
37.90 km²
Area
329m
Elevation
Adelaide HillsGrowth TownCool ClimateWine Country

About Mount Barker

Mount Barker is South Australia's fastest-growing regional centre, a thriving town of 18,300 residents in the Adelaide Hills, 33 kilometres southeast of the CBD. The freeway provides fast city access, transforming Mount Barker from country town to commuter hub. The elevation of 360 metres offers cooler climate and genuine Hills character.

The town blends country atmosphere with suburban growth—heritage main street charm meets expanding new estates. The Adelaide Hills wine region surrounds the area, offering weekend lifestyle appeal. Mount Barker attracts families seeking Hills living with city accessibility, tree-changers wanting space, and those who appreciate cooler climate and genuine community.

Mount Barker falls under postcode 5251 and is governed by Mount Barker Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Kavel electorate.

📍 Location

State
South Australia
Postcode
5251
Urban Area
Mount Barker
LGA
Mount Barker
Federal Electorate
Mayo
State Electorate
Kavel
Type
Urban
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-35.08°, 138.87°
Statistical Area
Greater Adelaide
Area
37.90 km²
Elevation
329m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Coles
    Cameron Street Mount Barker 5251 SA

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$350
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,603
Avg Household Size
2.5 people
Median Age
36 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
13,842
Census 2021
18,330
▲ 32.4% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$33,384
Income 2021
$42,380
▲ 26.9% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 14,582
Born Overseas 3,097

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 1,080
  • 2. South Africa 239
  • 3. New Zealand 160
  • 4. India 154
  • 5. Philippines 137
  • 6. Scotland 120
  • 7. Germany 112
  • 8. Netherlands 88
  • 9. United States 78
  • 10. Malaysia 67
  • 11. Sri Lanka 60
  • 12. Canada 55
  • 13. China 51
  • 14. Italy 42
  • 15. Zimbabwe 37

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 8,604
Australian 7,115
German 2,151
Scottish 1,902
Irish 1,640
Italian 597
Dutch 518
Australian Aboriginal 286
Indian 201
Filipino 199

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

11,087
Both parents born in Australia
4,031
Both parents born overseas
2,505
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
53.0%
Christianity
38.1%
Buddhism
1.0%
Hinduism
0.6%
Islam
0.5%
Sikhism
0.3%
Judaism
0.0%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
1,247 (6.8%)
5-14 years
2,390 (13.0%)
15-19 years
1,084 (5.9%)
20-24 years
1,207 (6.6%)
25-34 years
2,750 (15.0%)
35-44 years
2,479 (13.5%)
45-54 years
2,221 (12.1%)
55-64 years
1,792 (9.8%)
65-74 years
1,766 (9.6%)
75-84 years
1,007 (5.5%)
85+ years
384 (2.1%)

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