Black Point

The community is predominantly senior, with 62.5% of residents aged 65 and over, which is far above the national figure of 17.2%. There are no children under 15 or young adults in the area, and 90.6% of residents are married.

Most residents were born in Australia, and the population is much less diverse than the state or nation, with only 4.7% born overseas. Common ancestries include English, Australian, and Scottish.

English is the only language used at home, which is far below the national average of 22.3% for people using another language.

Christianity is the main faith for 62.5% of the community, while 25% report no religion, a figure far below the national average of 38.9%.

Education levels are lower than the national average, with only 40.6% of residents completing Year 12. Those with qualifications often hold degrees in engineering, health, or management.

Typical weekly household income is $1,333, which is lower than both the state and national figures. However, a small group is well-off, with 14.1% of people earning $2,000 or more per week.

Long-term health conditions are very common here, affecting 45.3% of people—far above the national rate of 27.7%. Arthritis and heart disease are the most frequently reported conditions.

This is a highly active community where 32.8% of people volunteer, far exceeding the national figure of 14.1%. There is also a strong connection to the military, with 7% having served in the Defence Force.

There are no Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people living in this area.

Homes are generally small, with a typical size of 2.0 people, and 100% of families are couples without children.

Home ownership is very high, with 50% of homes owned outright. While 82.1% of houses have three or more bedrooms, no one in the community rents.

The area is entirely car-dependent, with every home owning at least two vehicles and no public transport available. This is reflected in the long 139-minute drive time to the city, though 34.5% of workers operate from home.

About 35.9% of residents have moved into the area in the last five years, which is about the same as the South Australian average.

The workforce is small, with only 45.3% of adults working or looking for work, and unemployment is at 0.0%. Many residents work in agriculture, forestry, and fishing.

The area is considered car-dependent with a walkability score of 0.9, as there are no shops, schools, or health services within a 15-minute walk. Residents can, however, easily reach a park.