Mount Pleasant
SA 5235 • Rest of SA
About Mount Pleasant
Mount Pleasant is a charming rural town in the Barossa Region of South Australia, situated approximately 55 kilometres north-east of Adelaide in the Adelaide Hills foothills. The 2021 census recorded a population of 1,058 residents, reflecting modest but steady growth since 2016. The town serves as a service centre for surrounding farming and viticultural communities, with the area known for its scenic rolling hills and proximity to the famous Barossa Valley wine region. It falls under the Adelaide Plains and Barossa local government area.
Mount Pleasant offers a relaxed, community-focused lifestyle with essential services including local schools, a supermarket, medical facilities, and several cafes and pubs. The nearby Barossa Valley and Eden Valley wine regions make the area a popular base for wine tourism and weekend escapes from Adelaide. The town appeals to retirees, farming families, and those seeking an affordable tree-change with easy access to nature. Cycling trails, the Para Wirra Conservation Park, and scenic drives through vineyard country add to its appeal.
Mount Pleasant falls under postcode 5235 and is governed by Barossa Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Schubert electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- 840 — Gawler (bus interchange, connecting to Adelaide trains) 50 min
Commute to Adelaide CBD
🛣️ No direct rail to Adelaide. Nearest train station is at Gawler (~30 min drive). Most residents commute by car.
Mount Pleasant has a small town centre with basic services walkable for residents, but a car is needed for most shopping and commuting.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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22 Hospital Road
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Miller Street
Housing 2021 Census
0 state housing + 8 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 60
- 2. Netherlands 9
- 3. Germany 7
- 4. South Africa 7
- 5. Scotland 5
- 6. Taiwan 5
- 7. Egypt 3
- 8. Italy 3
- 9. New Zealand 3
- 10. United States 3
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)