5010, SA

The typical resident is 38, which is noticeably younger than the South Australian average. While the population grew by 6.4% since 2011, there are fewer children and seniors here than in most similar areas.

About 49% of people were born overseas, a figure far above the national average. Vietnamese, English, and Chinese are the most common ancestries, with 16.4% of the population born in Vietnam.

Language diversity is very high, with 57.8% of people using a language other than English at home. This is far above the state figure, and 14.9% of residents speak little or no English.

Religious affiliation is more common here than in other areas, as the 27% who report no religion is far below the national figure. Christianity is the most common faith at 38.2%, followed by Buddhism at 14.5%.

The area has a higher proportion of adults with a bachelor degree or higher than most similar areas, and those completing Year 12 rose by 12 points since 2011.

Incomes are generally low, with the typical personal weekly income of $529 being well below the national figure. Only 10.4% of households earn $3,000 or more a week, which is lower than in most areas.

A high 10.9% of people need help with daily activities, which is well above the state and national figures. However, those with long-term health conditions are fewer than in most similar areas.

Community participation is low, as volunteering and unpaid housework rates are both among the lowest at this level and well below the national average.

Homes here are slightly more crowded than usual, with 2.6 people per home. There is also a much higher rate of one-parent families compared to most other areas.

Renting is very common, with 44.5% of households renting, far above the national average. While separate houses are less common than elsewhere, typical weekly rents at $230 are far below the national figure.

Public transport use is much higher than in most areas, with 5.3% commuting by transit. This is supported by a high number of stops and the fact that 13.4% of homes have no motor vehicle.

The area sees significant movement, with 16.3% of the population arriving from overseas recently, which is higher than the state and national averages.

The unemployment rate of 7.9% is a little above the national figure. Fewer adults are working or looking for work here compared to most similar areas.

The area is among the most disadvantaged at this level, ranking in the lowest 10% for both overall advantage and access to money and resources.

Crime rates are high, with recorded offences among the highest at this level. Burglary, theft, and motor vehicle theft are all much higher than in most similar areas.

The area is very walkable, with 94% of homes within a 10-minute walk of public transport and 93.9% near a park. However, access to health services and schools by walking is far below the state average.