5731, SA

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people make up 16.7% of the population, which is far above the South Australian figure of 2.4%. The area is generally younger than most, with only 6.0% of residents aged 65 or over, compared to 20.0% statewide.

Most residents were born in Australia, and only 6.4% were born overseas, which is far below the national figure of 27.7%. The most common ancestries are Australian, English, and Scottish.

While 11.5% of people use a language other than English at home, which is higher than most similar areas, everyone in the community speaks English proficiently.

About 40.6% of the population report having no religion, a figure slightly above the national average of 38.9%. Christianity is the next most common affiliation at 26.1%.

Educational qualifications are much lower than most areas, with only 8.4% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. Just 28.6% of residents completed Year 12, which is far below the national figure of 58.8%.

Typical personal weekly income is $989, which is well above the South Australian figure of $734. However, family incomes are much lower than most areas, with typical weekly family earnings at $1,458.

Health outcomes are better than in many other areas; only 18.8% of people have a long-term health condition, which is far below the state average of 31.0%.

Community participation is low, with only 13.3% of people volunteering. Rates of unpaid childcare and housework are also far below the national figures.

Living arrangements are unusual for the region, as 39.3% of people live alone, which is far above the national figure of 25.6%. Small households are common, with an average of 2.1 people per home.

Rental properties dominate the market at 66.1%, and the typical weekly rent of $84 is far below the national figure of $375. Very few people own their homes outright, at just 7.1%.

No one in the area commutes by public transport, and 10.7% of homes have no motor vehicle. Despite this, nearly 20% of the workforce works from home.

The area sees significant movement, with 38.3% of people having moved in the last five years. Recent overseas arrivals make up 20.5% of the population, which is well above the national figure.

Full-time employment is very high at 75.0%, far above the national average of 58.9%. Many residents work in agriculture, forestry, and fishing, or in mining.

The region ranks very low for access to money and resources, placing it among the bottom 10% of similar areas. Its overall advantage score of 949 is below the national average.

Recorded offences are much higher than most areas, with assault and property damage being the most common crimes. However, the overall crime rate fell by 37.5% over the last five years.

The area is somewhat walkable, with 81.1% of homes within a 15-minute walk of groceries. Despite these amenities, there is no public transport within walking distance.