5008, SA

The area is noticeably younger than the rest of South Australia, with a typical age of 37 and fewer seniors than most areas. It has grown by 7.2% since 2011 and is now home to 14,384 people.

Migration is a key feature here, as 34.5% of people were born overseas, which is far above the state average. Common ancestries include English, Australian, Italian, Greek, and Vietnamese.

Language diversity is among the highest in the region, with 39.0% of residents using a language other than English at home. This is far above the national figure, and 7.7% of people speak little or no English.

Religious affiliation is lower than in most areas, with 36.8% of people reporting no religion. This figure has risen by 14 points since 2011, though Christianity remains the most common faith at 41.4%.

Education levels are very high, with 28.6% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher and 62.8% having completed Year 12, both figures being well above the state average.

Typical weekly household income is $1,489, which is about the same as the state average. The number of households earning $3,000 or more per week has risen by 13 points since 2011.

A higher than average 10.1% of residents have a mental health condition. Additionally, 7.2% of people need help with daily activities, which is a little above the national figure.

Community participation is lower than most areas, with few residents volunteering (12.9%) or performing significant amounts of unpaid housework and childcare.

Living arrangements are varied, with a higher than average 30.5% of people living alone. One-parent families are also more common here than in most other areas, at 16.4%.

Rental properties are very common, with 38.2% of households renting, far above the state average. Smaller homes are the norm, as only 68.1% of dwellings have three or more bedrooms.

Public transport use is among the highest in the region, and 11.0% of homes have no motor vehicle. Residents benefit from very short trips to the city and excellent access to stops.

The population is quite mobile, with 38.3% of people moving in the last five years. Recent overseas arrivals are much more common here than in most other areas.

A higher than average 63.0% of adults are working or looking for work, though the unemployment rate of 5.8% is higher than most areas. Many residents work in health, education, and professional roles.

While residents generally have high education and job skills, the area ranks low for overall access to money and resources compared to other similar areas.

The area experiences a very high rate of recorded offences, particularly theft and assault, with crime rates that are much higher than most other areas.

The neighbourhood is very walkable, with 100% of homes within a short walk of public transport and parks. Almost all residents can reach groceries, health services, and schools within 15 minutes.