Nairne
SA 5252 • Greater Adelaide
About Nairne
Nairne is a growing township in the Adelaide Hills, set at an elevation of 379 metres approximately 35 kilometres south-east of Adelaide's CBD within the Mount Barker District Council area. Part of Greater Adelaide's major growth corridor, the suburb has seen steady residential expansion, with its population rising from 5,042 in 2016 to 5,327 by 2021. At a median age of just 36 and median household income of $1,776 per week, Nairne attracts younger families and first-home buyers seeking affordable housing in a scenic Hills setting.
Nairne forms part of the rapidly developing Mount Barker region, South Australia's largest designated growth zone, with new residential estates complementing the established township centre. The suburb has a strong German heritage influence, reflecting the historic European settlement of the Adelaide Hills. Residents enjoy the cooler Hills climate, proximity to conservation parks and local wineries, and a community-focused township with local shops and schools — all within easy reach of Mount Barker's larger commercial and service hub.
Nairne falls under postcode 5252 and is governed by Mount Barker Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Kavel electorate.
Location
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Schools
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Saleyard Road
Housing 2021 Census
22 state housing + 8 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)
Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census
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Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. England 288
- 2. New Zealand 45
- 3. South Africa 33
- 4. Germany 31
- 5. Netherlands 26
- 6. Philippines 17
- 7. Scotland 12
- 8. Wales 11
- 9. Malaysia 10
- 10. Ireland 9
Ancestry 2021 Census
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