McCracken
SA 5211 • Rest of SA
About McCracken
McCracken is a coastal locality in the City of Victor Harbor, South Australia, located approximately 68 kilometres south of Adelaide on the Fleurieu Peninsula. With a population of around 1,960, it sits adjacent to Victor Harbor and offers views from the Kleinigs Hill Lookout. The suburb has a relaxed, semi-rural coastal character popular with retirees and holiday-makers.
McCracken features the McCracken Country Club with its golf course, and residents enjoy easy access to Victor Harbor's shops, cafes, and the famous horse-drawn tram to Granite Island. The Fleurieu Peninsula offers wineries, beaches, and whale-watching. The area attracts retirees, sea-changers, and families looking for a quieter coastal lifestyle with Adelaide accessible for day trips.
McCracken falls under postcode 5211 and is governed by Victor Harbor Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Finniss electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- LinkSA Route 751 — Adelaide (via Mt Barker) 1 hr 20 min
- Local town bus — Victor Harbor CBD 5 min
Commute to Adelaide
🛣️ No commuter rail. Bus service to Adelaide via Mount Barker. Car recommended for regular commuting.
Spread-out coastal locality; Victor Harbor centre accessible but car needed for most errands.
Supermarkets Nearby
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ColesAdelaide Road McCracken 5211 SA
Schools
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Lot 95 Adelaide Road
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Bacchus Road
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George Main Road
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The Parkway
Housing 2021 Census
11 state housing + 10 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)
Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census
School Sector Breakdown
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. England 232
- 2. New Zealand 19
- 3. Scotland 19
- 4. Netherlands 14
- 5. Germany 9
- 6. Ireland 9
- 7. Wales 9
- 8. Malta 8
- 9. South Korea 7
- 10. Italy 6
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)