Council (LGA) · Area profile
Adelaide
16 km²
A huge proportion of the population was born overseas in Adelaide, making it one of the most internationally diverse areas in the state. It is a young and highly educated hub where the typical resident is just 32, far younger than the national figure. This shift toward a younger, professional population is reflected in the high number of single-person households and renters. The community is defined by its urban density, high professional qualifications, and a very strong connection to global migration.
Adelaide is well supplied with schools for its relatively small share of children.
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The area is notably young, with a typical age of 32 and a very low proportion of children under 15. Many residents are in de facto relationships, and 44.4% of people live alone, which is far above the national figure.
Overseas birth is very common here, with 45.4% of people born outside Australia. This is far above the state average, with significant communities from China and England.
Reflecting its international nature, 36% of people use a language other than English at home. This is far above the national figure, with Mandarin being the most common non-English language.
More than half of residents (51.6%) report no religion, a figure that is far above the national average and has risen by 17 points since 2011.
The community is exceptionally well-qualified, with 45.5% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. This is far above the national figure, and Year 12 completion is also among the highest at this level.
Typical family incomes are a little above the state average at $2,220 per week. There is a strong presence of high earners, with 14.2% of people earning $2,000 or more weekly.
Residents are generally healthier than in other areas, with a much lower rate of long-term health conditions (22.4%) and fewer people needing help with daily activities.
Unpaid care for children and housework is far below the national figure, consistent with the area's young adult population. However, volunteering is well above the national figure at 19%.
First Nations people in the area have a higher Year 12 completion rate than most, though unemployment is far above the national average at 26.7%.
Homes are small, with only 1.8 people per dwelling. This is well below the national average, driven by a very high number of people living alone.
Renting is the norm for 59.5% of households, and flats or apartments make up 56.9% of all homes. Typical weekly rents are $400, which is well above the state figure.
The area is highly connected, with 31.2% of homes having no motor vehicle. Public transport use is well above the national figure, and the average drive time to the city is just one minute.
This is a very transient community, with 65.4% of people having moved in the last five years. Recent arrivals from overseas are also far more common than in the rest of the country.
The workforce is dominated by professionals, though the unemployment rate is well above the national average at 9.3%. Health care and professional services are the most common industries.
Adelaide is a major economic hub with 12,975 businesses. It has a very high overall advantage score, though it is noted for having very low access to certain money and resources.
The area has an average maximum temperature of 22.7 degrees, which is well below the state average. Annual rainfall is far above the state figure.
This is a walker's paradise with a score of 9.5. Every single home is within a 15-minute walk of public transport, parks, and health services.