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Mount Barker

5251 · SA · Regional · Data updated May 2026
83
Strong Buy
out of 100
Vacancy Rate
0.7%
Rental Yield
6.3%
12m Growth
+14.1%
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What the data says about Mount Barker

Mount Barker is displaying strong investment fundamentals as of May 2026. With a vacancy rate of just 0.7%, rental properties in Mount Barker are being absorbed rapidly by tenants — a clear signal of demand significantly exceeding supply. Days on market currently sit at 20 days, indicating buyers are competing actively for available stock.

Property values have grown 14.1% over the past 12 months, reflecting genuine market momentum and strong buyer competition. Rental yields of 6.3% provide solid income returns above the national average of approximately 4.5%. New dwelling approvals in the area have increased, which may moderate price growth as additional supply enters the market.

PropTime's composite model weighs these and 12 additional indicators to produce the 83/100 score — placing Mount Barker among the top-performing suburbs nationally.

15-factor analysis

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Vacancy Rate
0.7%
9/10
Rental Yield
6.3%
9/10
Price Growth 12m
+14.1%
9/10
Days on Market
20 days
9/10
Population Growth
2.2%
8/10
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Investment profile for Mount Barker

81
Growth score
Capital appreciation outlook
85
Cashflow score
Rental income strength
83
Overall score
Combined investment signal

Mount Barker is particularly suited to cashflow-focused investors. The 6.3% rental yield is above the national average, offering solid income potential.

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Frequently asked questions about Mount Barker

Is Mount Barker a good place to invest in property?

Based on PropTime's analysis of 15 demand and supply indicators, Mount Barker scores 83/100 — a Strong Buy signal. Key indicators include a 0.7% vacancy rate, 6.3% rental yield, and 14.1% price growth over the past 12 months. Create a free PropTime account to see the complete 15-factor breakdown and cashflow calculator pre-filled with Mount Barker data.

What is the vacancy rate in Mount Barker?

The current vacancy rate in Mount Barker is 0.7%. This is below 1%, indicating very tight rental demand. Properties are being leased quickly and tenants are competing for available rentals.

What is the rental yield in Mount Barker?

The gross rental yield in Mount Barker is 6.3%. The Australian national average is approximately 4.5%, so Mount Barker is above average — a positive sign for cashflow investors. Use PropTime's free cashflow calculator to model the full weekly cashflow for Mount Barker.

What is the property outlook for Mount Barker?

PropTime's composite model scores Mount Barker at 83/100 as of May 2026. Strong price growth of 14.1% over the past 12 months suggests positive momentum. Create a free PropTime account to access the full 15-factor analysis for Mount Barker.

How does Mount Barker compare to similar suburbs?

Mount Barker scores 83/100 on PropTime. Similar suburbs by score include Salisbury, Munno Para, Christies Beach, all within the same SA market.

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