Federal Electorate · Area profile
Sturt
98 km²
A far higher proportion of residents hold university degrees than in most other areas, marking Sturt as a highly qualified community. The population has grown by 34% since 2011, reaching 187,354 people. It is a diverse and mature area, where the typical resident is 41 and many were born overseas. This mix of high educational attainment and international heritage creates a distinct urban character within Greater Adelaide.
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The area has a noticeably older population than the national figure, with 21.0% of people aged 65 and over. This senior presence is much higher than in most similar areas, while children under 15 make up 16.3% of the community.
Cultural diversity is high, with 33.8% of people born overseas, a figure well above the South Australian average. English, Australian, Italian, and Chinese are the most common ancestries reported.
Many residents use a language other than English at home—30.6%—which is far above the state figure. Mandarin and Italian are the most common non-English languages spoken.
Christianity is the most common faith at 45.2%, while 38.5% of people report no religion. This lack of religious affiliation has risen by 16 points since 2011.
The community is exceptionally well-qualified, with 38.1% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher, far above the national figure. Most residents have completed Year 12, and qualifications in management, commerce, and health are common.
Earnings are generally high, with a typical family bringing in $2,225 a week. This is consistent with the high level of education, and 23.2% of households earn $3,000 or more per week.
Long-term health conditions are reported by 27.4% of people, which is about the same as the national figure. Mental health conditions affect 8.1% of residents, slightly lower than the state average.
Volunteering is much more common here than in most areas, with 17.8% of people pitching in. Unpaid care is also frequent, as 13.2% of the community provide a level of support to others.
Homes are slightly smaller than average, with 2.4 people per dwelling. About 28.6% of people live alone, which is well above the national figure.
Home ownership is strong, with 35.6% of houses owned outright. Separate houses are less common here than in the rest of the state, and the typical weekly rent is $340.
Public transport use is much higher than in most areas, with 6.4% of people using it to commute. This is supported by a high number of routes and stops, and a very short 10-minute drive time to the city.
The area attracts many new residents, with 18.5% being recent arrivals from overseas. This is well above the national figure, and 40.2% of all residents have moved house in the last five years.
Professional roles are common, making up 31.9% of jobs. About 62.1% of adults are working or looking for work, with a significant number employed in health and education.
Sturt is very walkable, with a score of 7.5 and 97.9% of homes within a 10-minute walk of public transport. Most residents can easily reach parks, schools, and groceries on foot.