Glen Osmond Suburb Profile

Living in Glen Osmond offers a perfect retreat. The ideal base for families, fitness enthusiasts, and fans of the adelaide hills, this desirable suburb combines the best of city living with a semi-rural atmosphere. After a day of work or play in the city, the 10-minute drive to elevated glen osmond represents a refreshing escape. Winding roads (atypical in adelaide) add interest and exclusivity to this sought-after hideaway, while glen osmond and portrush roads provide a quick and easy commute. Homes cater to the lifestyle, with an eye-catching medley of architecturally-designed mansions, sandstone bungalows, and modern duplexes. Niche boutiques and classy shopping are within walking distance, while a 10-minute trip to stirling or crafers in the adelaide hills provides a dreamy selection of organic and locally handcrafted produce and wares. For the active and adventurous, living in Glen Osmond makes it easy to join the crafers bikeway next to the freeway and cycle to iconic lookouts, forests, and peaks. Families enjoy having convenient access to interactive parks, dog-friendly zones, olympic pools, and community events in neighbouring suburbs.
Area Features
Life in the Foothills
Hop on the M1 and arrive in Stirling minutes later for a wholesome breakfast. Deliciously close to the Adelaide Hills region, Glen Osmond locals love nothing more than weekend wine tours, trips to Hahndorf or exploration further afield to the southern beaches and Fleurieu Peninsula.
City Proximity
Even during peak hour, the city commute is a breeze – 10 minutes to town along Glen Osmond Road.
Cycling and Sports
Glen Osmond offers boutique yoga studios and quality cycle paths. Crafers Cycleway starts at the Toll Gate, treating cyclists to views, a safe environment and a sense of achievement.
Parks and Playgrounds
Nearby Ridge Park in Myrtle Bank is a multi-purpose space to workout, walk the dog or entertain the family. It comes complete with outdoor exercise equipment and a particularly popular schedule of council-led children’s interactive events, such as mud play and treehouse building.
The people of Glen Osmond relish the quiet life. Part urban, part country, Glen Osmond attracts empty nesters and retirees as well as busy executives and families who love the green streets, top suburban facilities, and nearby exclusive schools.