Harrogate at a glance
Population
431
Median age 46
The brief
What to know about Harrogate.
The postcode for Harrogate is 5244 (SA).
Harrogate (5244) sits in the Mid Murray region of South Australia.
Harrogate has roughly 431 residents, with an established, older skew. Households are predominantly owner-occupied.
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What it’s like to live here.
Summer days here average around 28°C (warm), winter mornings around 7°C (cool). Annual rainfall lands at about 448mm. Data comes from the Bureau of Meteorology's Adelaide (Kent Town) station, 11.1km away.
Schooling within or near the suburb covers 2 independent.
Who lives here
Demographics.
The 2021 Census put Harrogate's population at 431, with a median age of 46. That sits as an established, older skew. Households are predominantly owner-occupied (87% own, 10% rent), which shapes everything from school catchment stability to how often properties turn over. The household mix skews family-dominated (77% family households, 19% lone person), so amenity decisions tend to follow what families want: parks, schools, supermarkets.
Population
431
Median age
46
Family households
77%
Lone person
19%
Demographics data as of May 2026· ABS 2021 Census
Market
The price of a home here.
Median house price
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Rental and ownership
Weekly rent (house)
$320/wk
Weekly rent (unit)
$303/wk
Owner occupied
87%
Renter occupied
10%
At a deeper level
431
Median age: 46
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Safety
Crime and safety.
4
total offences in 2025-26
Top offence categories
Crime statistics are reported at LGA level and may cover a broader area than this suburb.
Source: State Police Open Data
Crime data as of June 2026· State Police Open Data
Place
Location.
Amenities
Transport
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Education
Schools in Harrogate.
Local schools for Harrogate
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St Benedict School
Mount Torrens Christian School
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Climate
Weather year-round.
Annual Rainfall
448 mm
Hottest Month (avg max)
28.0°C
Coldest Month (avg min)
7.0°C
Monthly Rainfall (mm)
Weather data from BOM station Adelaide (Kent Town) (11 km away)
Climate data as of May 2026· Bureau of Meteorology
Frequently asked
About Harrogate.
- What is the Harrogate postcode?
- Harrogate is in the 5244 postcode, in SA, in the Mid Murray Council region.
- Where is Harrogate?
- Harrogate is a regional suburb in SA, postcode 5244, in the Mid Murray Council region.
- What is the average rent in Harrogate?
- The median weekly rent for houses is $320, for units it's $303.
- What schools are in Harrogate?
- There are 2 schools serving Harrogate on this page, including St Benedict School, Mount Torrens Christian School.
- What suburbs are near Harrogate?
- Harrogate is close to Rockleigh, Brukunga, Petwood, Mount Torrens, Tungkillo.
- What is the population of Harrogate?
- The population of Harrogate is approximately 431 (2021 Census). The median age is 46.
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Sources cited
Median, growth and rental data from state revenue offices and ABS. Census from ABS 2021. Climate from BoM. Hazard from Geoscience Australia. School data from ACARA. Crime from state police open data. Full methodology →
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