Belair

The population is noticeably older than the state and national average, with 25.3% of residents aged 65 or over. This senior presence has grown by 5.8 percentage points since 2011, while children under 15 make up a slightly lower share of the community at 16.0%.

Most residents were born in Australia (75.0%), and those with overseas ancestry most commonly identify as English, Australian, or Scottish. About 22.0% of the population were born overseas, a figure that has remained steady since 2011.

English is the dominant language, used by 89.6% of the community. Only 7.3% of people use another language at home, which is far below the state and national figures, and very few residents speak little or no English.

A majority of residents (56.3%) report having no religion, a figure that is far above the national average and has risen by 20 percentage points since 2011. Christianity is the next most common affiliation at 36.4%.

The area is highly qualified, with 44.9% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher, far above the national figure of 26.3%. This educational trend is mirrored in school attainment, as 73.5% of residents have completed Year 12.

Belair is an affluent area where typical household incomes are well above the state and national averages. Thirty-five percent of households earn $3,000 or more per week, a figure that rose 19 percentage points since 2011.

Long-term health conditions are more common here than in most areas, with 30.2% of residents affected. Arthritis and asthma are the most reported conditions, though mental health issues are slightly less common than the state average.

The community is highly active in unpaid work, with 25.5% of people volunteering, which is far above the national figure. Rates of unpaid childcare and housework are also well above average.

First Nations people make up a small part of the population (0.5%). Among this group, household and personal incomes are among the highest at this level, and 11.5% speak a First Nations language.

Families are the norm here, with 64% of households being couples with children. This helps explain why the area has more people per home than most other areas, and far fewer people living alone.

Large detached houses dominate the landscape, making up 89.3% of dwellings. Home ownership is strong, with 41.3% of homes owned outright, and renting is very uncommon at just 7.8%.

Most residents rely on cars, though the area has a high number of public transport stops per person. While 16.1% of people work from home, the walk to the nearest transit stop is much longer than in most areas.

The population is very stable, with only 29.5% of people moving in the last five years, which is far below the national figure. Recent arrivals from overseas also make up a smaller share than the state average.

The workforce is largely professional, with 38.5% of residents working in professional roles and many employed in health or education. The unemployment rate of 4.0% is lower than the state and national figures.

Belair is among the most advantaged areas in the region, ranking 9 out of 10 for overall advantage. This is driven by high levels of education, job skills, and access to resources.

The area is characterized by a cooler climate, with average maximum and minimum temperatures well below the state average. It also receives significantly more rainfall than most of South Australia.

While most residents live within a short walk of a park or school, the area is far less walkable for health services. The terrain is notably steep, with a mean slope well above the state average.