5421, SA

The population is far older than the state average, and the number of children has fallen sharply since 2011. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people make up 7.4% of the community, which is well above the national figure of 3.2%.

Most residents were born in Australia, and those with overseas birthplaces make up 11.9% of the population. English is the most common ancestry at 45.2%, followed by Australian at 26.7%.

English is the only language used at home, with 0.0% of people using another language. This is far below the national figure of 22.3%.

A little below the state average, 44.4% of people report no religion. This figure has risen by 20 points since 2011.

Educational attainment is much lower than most areas, with only 26.2% of residents completing Year 12. Only 8.8% of adults hold a bachelor degree or higher, which is far below the national figure of 26.3%.

Incomes are among the lowest in the country, with the typical household earning just $589 a week. No households earn $3,000 or more per week, and the typical personal weekly income is far below the national figure.

Health challenges are common, as 41.5% of people have a long-term health condition. This is far above the national average, and 17.8% of residents need help with daily activities.

Volunteering is higher than most areas at 20.8%, and 6.6% of people have served in the Defence Force. However, far fewer people are caring for children unpaid compared to the state average.

Over half of the population (52.6%) live alone, and the typical home holds only 1.8 people. This is well below the national figure of 2.5.

Home ownership is high, with 52.6% of houses owned outright. Rents are far below the national figure, with a typical weekly cost of $135.

Most people drive to work, and 0.0% of residents use public transport to commute. While there are 2 public transport stops, they are few compared to most areas.

The population is very stable, with only 16.7% of people moving in the last five years. This is far below the national figure of 40.7%.

Only 35.2% of adults are working or looking for work, which is far below the national average. The unemployment rate is 11.4%, well above the state figure of 5.4%.

This area is among the most disadvantaged in the country, ranking in the bottom 10% for overall advantage, job skills, and access to resources.

The area is mostly car-dependent, with no homes within a 15-minute walk of groceries, schools, or health services. Only 82.6% of homes are within a 15-minute walk of a park.