Mccracken
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Mccracken, SA 5211.
About Mccracken
Welcome to Mccracken
McCracken sits on the Fleurieu Peninsula, just north of Victor Harbor and about an hour and a quarter's drive south of the Adelaide CBD. It's a low-key coastal pocket that has grown up around golf fairways and quiet residential streets rather than a bustling main road, and it trades heavily on the relaxed pace that draws people to this stretch of the South Australian coast.
With a population of around 2,076 and a median age of 64, McCracken has settled firmly into life as a retirement and lifestyle-change destination. It suits downsizers, retirees and anyone chasing a slower, sea-air rhythm within easy reach of Victor Harbor's shops, cafes and beaches, rather than young families or renters seeking inner-city convenience.
Lifestyle & dining
Life in McCracken revolves around its golf course and the surrounding green space, with many homes backing directly onto the fairways. For dining, entertainment and a bigger selection of cafes and pubs, residents head the short distance into neighbouring Victor Harbor, which has long served as the commercial and social hub of the area. The pace here is deliberately unhurried, and locals tend to value the quiet over convenience at the doorstep.
Getting around
McCracken is well placed for those who drive, with the Victor Harbor Road connecting through to Adelaide in around 90 minutes. Victor Harbor itself, along with Hayborough, is only minutes away by car, and Hindmarsh Valley and Chiton are also close neighbours, making day-to-day errands and appointments straightforward. Public transport options are limited compared to Adelaide's suburbs, so most residents rely on private vehicles, and it's worth factoring this in if you don't drive.
Housing & architecture
The housing stock in McCracken is dominated by standalone houses, which make up around 91% of current listings, with townhouses and vacant land each accounting for about 4%. Many properties are single-level homes designed with retirees and downsizers in mind, often positioned to make the most of golf course or peninsula views. New land releases still appear from time to time, giving buyers the chance to build rather than buy established.
The property market
McCracken's property market reflects its demographic profile, with demand concentrated in low-maintenance houses suited to owners looking to simplify their lifestyle rather than young families needing multiple bedrooms. The near-total dominance of houses in the listings mix, at 91%, underlines how firmly the suburb is oriented towards standalone living over units or townhouses. For buyers, this makes McCracken a fairly straightforward market to navigate, with less competition from investors chasing rental yield and more interest from owner-occupiers planning a long-term stay.
Parks & recreation
The golf course is the centrepiece of recreational life in McCracken, but the wider Fleurieu Peninsula setting means beaches, coastal walking trails and the attractions of Victor Harbor's foreshore are all close by. Hindmarsh Valley, just inland, adds bushland and rural outlooks to the mix for those who like to vary their surroundings between coast and countryside.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Mccracken, SA 5211.
Population
2,076
residents (2021)
Median age
64
years
Household income
$1,006
median, per week
Median rent
$300
per week
Median mortgage
$1,250
per month
Mortgage / income
29%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Recent results
Recently sold in Mccracken
$2.18m
39 Hayward Court
Sold ~July 2026
$795k
20 Coromandel Drive
Sold ~July 2026
$870k
110 Wattle Drive
Sold ~June 2026
$2.30m
19 Heggerton Street
Sold ~June 2026
Sold prices as published on the original listing; some may reflect the last advertised price. Dates are approximate.
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Mccracken suburb FAQ
How much is rent in Mccracken?
The median weekly rent in Mccracken is around $300 per week.
Is Mccracken a good place to live?
Mccracken is an established residential suburb in SA, with a population of around 2,076.
What is the population of Mccracken?
Mccracken has a population of 2,076 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 64.
What suburbs are near Mccracken?
Suburbs near Mccracken include Victor Harbor, Harbor, Hayborough, Hindmarsh Valley and Chiton.
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