5049, SA

The typical resident is 44, which is noticeably older than the national figure of 38. Seniors aged 65 and over make up 22.1% of the population, a figure that has risen since 2011.

English and Australian ancestries are most common, with 24.4% of people born overseas. This proportion is about the same as the South Australian average but well below the national figure.

Most people speak only English at home, though 10.2% use another language, which is higher than in most similar areas. Only 0.9% of residents speak little or no English.

A striking 53.2% of people report no religion, a figure that has risen by 22 points since 2011 and is far above the national average.

The area is highly qualified, with 31.3% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. This is well above the national figure, and 63.7% of residents have completed Year 12.

Incomes are high here, with a typical weekly household income of $1,853. This is well above the state average, and 14.1% of individuals earn $2,000 or more per week.

Residents are generally healthy, with only 4.4% needing help with daily activities. This is lower than the national figure, and mental health conditions are also less common than in most areas.

Community engagement is high, with 19.8% of people volunteering. Many residents also provide unpaid care, including 31.2% who care for children, a figure well above the national average.

Family living is common, with 57% of households consisting of couples with children. People living alone are less common here than in most other areas.

Housing is dominated by large, detached homes, with 84% having three or more bedrooms. Renting is uncommon, as only 16.9% of households rent, far below the national figure.

Public transport use is higher than in most areas, and 13% of people work from home. Most households have at least one car, with 44.1% owning two vehicles.

The population is relatively stable, with 34% of people having moved in the last five years. Recent overseas arrivals make up 9.5% of the community, down from 19.2% in 2011.

A high proportion of the workforce is in professional roles, with 28.1% of workers as professionals. Health care and education are the most common industries for employment.

The area is very advantaged, ranking in the top 20% of all areas for access to money, resources, and job skills.

Theft is more common than in most areas, but rates for burglary, robbery and motor vehicle theft are notably lower.

The suburb is very walkable, with 99.8% of homes within a 15-minute walk of a park and 95.4% within 10 minutes of public transport.