5540, SA

The population is noticeably older than the national average, with 22.7% of people aged 65 and over. The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community is much larger than in most similar areas, making up 5.0% of the population.

Most residents were born in Australia, and the area has a much lower proportion of overseas-born people compared to the state and nation. English, Irish, and German ancestries are the most common after Australian.

English is the primary language for nearly 90% of the community. The proportion of people using another language at home is far below the national figure.

A large number of residents report having no religion, a figure that has risen 20 points since 2011. This is well above the national average, though 42.5% still identify as Christian.

Educational qualifications are much lower than in most areas, with only 33.7% of residents completing Year 12. Only 8.1% of adults hold a bachelor degree or higher, which is far below the national figure.

Typical weekly personal income is $569, which is well below the national figure of $805. Only 9.6% of households earn $3,000 or more per week, a rate much lower than in most areas.

Health challenges are common here, with 37.5% of people living with a long-term condition. The rates of mental health conditions and people needing help with daily activities are among the highest at this level.

More people provide unpaid care here than in most similar areas, at 13.7%. However, volunteering rates have fallen since 2011 and are now lower than most areas.

Single-parent families are very common, making up 20.8% of households, which is well above the national average. A high proportion of people, 35.2%, live alone.

Most people live in separate houses, though rental rates are much higher than in similar areas. Typical weekly rent is $185, which is far below the national figure.

Cars are the main way to get to work, and very few people use public transport. While there are many bus stops, the average walk to reach one is among the highest at this level.

The population is relatively stable, with fewer people moving house in the last five years compared to most areas. Recent arrivals from overseas make up 10.3% of the community.

Working or looking for work is much less common here than in the state, at 51.8%. The unemployment rate of 7.6% is among the highest for similar areas.

This area is among the most disadvantaged at this level, scoring the lowest possible rank for access to money, resources, and job skills.

The area faces high levels of crime, with recorded offences among the highest at this level. Theft, assault, and property damage are the most frequent types of crime.

The area is only somewhat walkable, as most homes are far from groceries and health services. While many people are within walking distance of a school, overall walkability is well below the state average.