Arkaroola

Arkaroola has a First Nations population of 18.8%, which is far above the South Australian figure of 2.4%. The area is much younger than most, with no one aged 65 or over and a typical resident aged 38.

Most residents were born in Australia, and English is the most common ancestry at 40.6%. The proportion of people born overseas is 9.4%, which is far below the national figure of 27.7%.

English is the main language for 78.1% of the community, though 9.4% use another language at home. This is much higher than in similar areas, despite being well below the state average.

Half of the population reports having no religion, a figure far above the national average of 38.9%. Christianity is the next most common affiliation at 18.8%.

The area is well-qualified, with 23.1% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. Common fields of study include engineering and management.

Typical personal incomes are far above the national figure, with the usual resident earning $1,312 a week. High earners are common here, as 30.8% of people earn $2,000 or more weekly.

Residents are generally healthy, with no one needing help for daily activities. Only 25% report a long-term health condition, which is well below the state average of 31%.

Volunteering is very common, with 38.5% of people giving their time—far above the national figure of 14.1%. Conversely, no residents are reported as providing unpaid care for children or housework.

There are six First Nations people in the area. They are far older than the state average, with a typical age of 57, and earn a typical personal income of $1,199, which is much higher than in most similar areas.

Homes are slightly smaller than the national average, with a typical 2.3 people per household.

Rent is exceptionally low, with a typical weekly cost of $75, far below the national figure of $375. However, rooms are slightly more crowded than usual, with 0.9 people per bedroom.

The area is highly car-dependent, but 46.4% of people walk to work. Interestingly, 10.7% use public transport to commute, which is well above the national average.

The community is quite mobile, with 38.5% of people having moved house in the last five years.

Employment is very strong, with a 0.0% unemployment rate and 64.3% working full-time. Jobs are concentrated in agriculture, accommodation, mining, and transport.

The area is very car-dependent with a low walkability score of 0.7. Almost no homes are within a 15-minute walk of a school, health service, or public transport.