Mount Pleasant

SA 5235 • Rest of SA

1,058
Population (2021)
$35,724
Median Income
111.33 km²
Area
447m
Elevation

About Mount Pleasant

Mount Pleasant is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in South Australia, located within the Barossa (District Council) area. With a population of 1,058 and a median income of $35,724, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 111.33 km² at an elevation of 447m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of SA.

The area offers a peaceful rural lifestyle with open spaces, local farms, and a tight-knit community atmosphere. Residents enjoy the tranquility of country living while still having access to essential amenities. Mount Pleasant is ideal for those seeking a slower pace of life away from the urban hustle.

Mount Pleasant falls under postcode 5235 and is governed by Barossa Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Schubert electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
5235
Urban Area
N/A
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Rural
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-34.76°, 139.08°
Statistical Area
Rest of SA
Area
111.33 km²
Elevation
447m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$250
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,420
Avg Household Size
2.3 people
Median Age
48 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,020
Census 2021
1,058
3.7% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$28,912
Income 2021
$35,724
23.6% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 831
Born Overseas 134

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)

English 474
Australian 454
German 128
Scottish 103
Irish 70
Italian 28
Dutch 26
Australian Aboriginal 12
Greek 9
Chinese 8

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

648
Both parents born in Australia
186
Both parents born overseas
133
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
52.1%
Christianity
36.0%
Buddhism
0.6%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
63 (6.0%)
5-14 years
126 (11.9%)
15-19 years
41 (3.9%)
20-24 years
38 (3.6%)
25-34 years
115 (10.9%)
35-44 years
118 (11.2%)
45-54 years
150 (14.2%)
55-64 years
164 (15.5%)
65-74 years
149 (14.1%)
75-84 years
79 (7.5%)
85+ years
35 (3.3%)

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