Mount Pleasant

The area is far older than the state or national average, with a typical resident aged 46. However, children under 15 make up 21.3% of the population, which is much higher than most similar areas.

Most residents were born in Australia, and those born overseas make up 11.8% of the population, which is far below the national figure. English and Australian are the most common ancestries.

English is the primary language here, with only 2.8% of people using another language at home. This is far below the national average, and no one in the area speaks little or no English.

About 43.1% of residents have no religion, which is well above the national figure. Christianity is the most common religious affiliation at 47.2%.

Education levels are high, with 61.1% of residents completing Year 12, well above the national figure. Those with a bachelor degree or higher make up 19.7% of the population.

The area is wealthy, with typical household incomes at $2,077 per week, which is a little above the national figure. A high 26.0% of households earn $3,000 or more each week.

Long-term health conditions are slightly more common here than in the state average, affecting 30.3% of people. About 4.4% of residents need help with daily activities.

Unpaid housework is more common here than in most areas, with 28.5% of people doing 15 or more hours a week. There is also a notably high number of former Defence Force members.

First Nations people make up 2.6% of the population. The typical First Nations resident is noticeably younger than the state or national average at 19 years old.

Homes are larger than usual, with 2.8 people per household. This is consistent with a high number of couples with children and very few people living alone.

The area is dominated by separate houses, which make up 96.9% of dwellings. Many are owned outright, though those with mortgages face typical monthly payments of $2,167, which is much higher than most areas.

Cars are essential here, as every single home has at least one motor vehicle. Working from home is common at 22.8%, which is well above the state average.

The community is very stable, with only 29.3% of people moving in the last five years. This is far below the national figure, and there have been no recent arrivals from overseas.

Employment is strong, with 69.3% of adults working or looking for work and a very low unemployment rate of 1.4%. Many residents work in healthcare, education, and construction.

The area is completely car-dependent with a walkability score of 0.0. There are no parks, schools, or grocery stores within a 15-minute walk, and the terrain is quite steep.