5276, SA

The area is significantly older than most, with 30.4% of people aged 65 and over, a figure far above the national average. This trend has accelerated, with the typical age rising by 9 years since 2011, while the proportion of children has fallen.

Most residents were born in Australia, and those born overseas make up 10.2% of the population, which is far below the national figure. English, Australian, and Scottish are the most common ancestries.

English is the primary language here, with only 2.8% of people using another language at home, far below both the state and national figures.

More than half of residents (50.2%) have no religion, which is far above the national figure and represents a 20 point increase since 2011.

Education levels are lower than the state and national averages, with 14.3% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. However, the share of people completing Year 12 rose by 9.5 points since 2011.

Household incomes are generally lower than in most areas, with a typical weekly household income of $1,227. Despite this, the share of households earning $3,000 or more a week rose by 8.5 points since 2011.

People needing help with daily activities are much fewer than in most areas at 3.8%. Long-term health conditions are around the national average, with arthritis being the most common report.

Volunteering is very common here, with 34.5% of people volunteering, a figure far above the national average. A high proportion of residents also spend 15 or more hours a week on unpaid housework.

Homes are smaller on average with 2.1 people per house, and 30.1% of people live alone. This is consistent with the high number of older adults and couples without children.

The area is dominated by separate houses, with 96.2% of dwellings being detached and 85.5% having three or more bedrooms. Home ownership is very strong, as 47.4% of homes are owned outright.

Residents are heavily reliant on cars, with 0% of people commuting by public transport. This matches the very low number of public transport stops and routes in the area.

Movement into the area is high, with 43.7% of people having moved in the last five years, which is well above the South Australian average.

The workforce is smaller than in most areas, with 55.2% of adults working or looking for work. Many of those employed work in accommodation and food services or agriculture.

The area sits slightly above the middle for overall advantage, with a score of 987, which is just below the national average.

The crime rate has fallen by 56% over the last five years, and burglary rates are much lower than in most similar areas.

The area is mostly car-dependent with a walkability score of 3.8. While most homes are within a short walk of a park, almost no one can walk to health services within 15 minutes.