A building boom won’t compromise the essence of this South Australian town

Mount Barker has been one of South Australia’s fastest-growing communities for more than a decade. That shows no sign of slowing down.Mount Barker is expanding from a regional town to a vibrant hub in its own right. Image: GettyAs buyer demand in Mount Barker keeps climbing, the town is entering a new phase. New developments are catered to the steady influx of movers, and increasingly being matched by investment in infrastructure, amenity and local jobs – making the area more appealing than ever.The median house price has reached $840,000, up 15.1% over the past 12 months, while buyer demand has increased 9% over the same period, according to realestate.com.au data.For new-home buyers, that momentum reflects the appeal of the area's lifestyle, continued affordability despite recent rises, and proximity to Adelaide roughly 30km away.“Mount Barker offers a combination that is increasingly hard to find – greater housing choice and affordability, the space and natural environment of the Hills, and access to the services and facilities of a growing regional centre, all within commuting distance of Adelaide,” says Mount Barker District Council CEO, Andrew Stuart. Newenham Adelaide Hills ...