Victor Harbor, SA 5440
A small-town pace, well outside South Australia's capital and all the better for it.
- Regional lifestyle
- $290/wk Median
- 20.9% Renters
Victor Harbor Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 15.8k
- Median age
- 60
- Median weekly rent
- $290
- To the CBD
- 70km
- Walkability
- 3
- Schools within 3 km
- 9
ABS 2021 Census
Victor Harbor Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Parks & Green Space
A well-used local park anchors the community here, hosting everything from weekend markets to informal Sunday cricket.
Cafés
A steady run of local cafés along the main strip makes weekend mornings easy — coffee, brunch and a slow start within a short walk of most streets.
Signature Spotlight
Regional Living
Victor Harbor is a regional South Australia community of 15,847 residents, with 20.9% renting rather than owning and a median weekly rent of $290 — noticeably kinder to the budget than South Australia's capital. It's the kind of solidly-sized town where space and a slower pace are the trade-off for a longer drive to the bigger centres.
Around Victor Harbor
Victor Harbor Memorial Park
A community focal point — local events, markets and the kind of gathering spot every regional suburb has.
Victor Harbor Main Street
A community focal point — local events, markets and the kind of gathering spot every regional suburb has.
Available Rental Properties in Victor Harbor
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Victor Harbor
Real questions renters ask before moving to Victor Harbor.
Is Victor Harbor family-friendly for renters?
Victor Harbor has around 9 school options within 3km, and the area is a common choice for renting families thanks to its quieter streets. At $290/wk median, it's above the city average compared to the rest of Regional SA.
What's the community like in Victor Harbor?
Locals describe Victor Harbor as friendly and easy to settle into, with an active community calendar. Population sits at 15,847, giving the suburb a solidly-sized feel.
Is Victor Harbor a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Victor Harbor has a 20.9% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a solid minority share of residents rent rather than own. Rental stock here turns over steadily, with a mix of houses and units available through the year.
How much does it cost to rent in Victor Harbor?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Victor Harbor is $290. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $290 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
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