Blinman

Blinman has a much higher proportion of First Nations people than most areas, at 9.3%. It is also a young-leaning community, with children under 15 making up 20.9% of the population, which is well above the South Australian figure.

About 23.3% of residents were born overseas, which is much higher than most similar areas. English, Australian, and Scottish ancestries are the most common roots for the community.

English is the only language used at home, which is far below the national figure for language diversity. Consequently, no one in the community speaks little or no English.

Religion is more common here than in most areas, with 53.5% of people identifying as Christian. Those with no religion make up 34.9%, which is well below the national figure.

The community is well qualified, with 22.2% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. Half of the residents have completed Year 12, though there are no schools within 3km.

Typical incomes are much higher than in most areas, with a typical weekly personal income of $1,047. This is well above the $734 figure for South Australia.

The population is generally healthy, with no one needing help with daily activities. Long-term health conditions are reported by 30.2% of residents, which is about the same as the state average.

Volunteering is a standout feature, with 41.7% of people pitching in, a figure far above the national average. This high level of participation sits alongside a higher than usual rate of unpaid caregivers.

First Nations people in Blinman are far more prosperous than those in the state or nation, with a typical personal income of $2,750. The typical age for First Nations residents is also far older than the national figure at 35 years.

Families are the norm here, with 58.1% of homes consisting of couples with children. Notably, there are no one-parent families in the community.

Housing is very affordable, with a typical weekly rent of $114 and monthly home-loan payments of $659, both of which are far below the state and national figures.

The area is highly car-dependent, though a striking 46.7% of people work from home. There are no public transport stops or routes serving the community.

The community has seen significant movement recently, with 39.5% of residents having moved in the last five years, which is much higher than in most similar areas.

Employment is very strong, with an unemployment rate of 0.0% and 83.3% of adults working or looking for work. Most jobs are in accommodation, food, or agriculture.

Blinman is almost entirely car-dependent, with a walkability score far below the state average. Most homes are not within a 15-minute walk of a school, health service, or park.