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Christies Beach
3 km²
More people live in Christies Beach than in about 91% of similar areas, making it a relatively large community for its size. It is a place of transition, with nearly half of the population having moved here in the last five years. The area is notably less religious than the national average and has a higher proportion of people in de facto relationships. It is a very walkable suburb where most residents can easily access parks, schools, and shops on foot.
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The typical resident is 39, which is a little younger than the South Australian average. About 15.5% of people are in de facto relationships, a figure well above the national average.
Overseas birth rates are much higher here than in similar areas, with 24.1% born outside Australia. English ancestry is the most common at 49.0%.
While 7.0% of residents use a language other than English at home, this is far below the national figure of 22.3%. Only 0.6% of the community speak little or no English.
A large majority of residents do not have a religion, at 57.9%. This is far above the national figure of 38.9%.
Qualification levels are lower than the state average, with only 15.0% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher and 48.2% having completed Year 12.
Typical household incomes are lower than most areas, with a weekly figure of $1,194. Only 8.2% of households earn $3,000 or more per week, which is far below the national rate.
The community faces significant health challenges, with 36.1% of people living with a long-term health condition. Mental health conditions are particularly prevalent at 14.6%, which is among the highest for its level.
Unpaid care is common, with 14.2% of people providing this support. However, the volunteer rate of 12.5% is much lower than in most similar areas.
The First Nations community is among the largest for its level, with a typical age of 21. Year 12 completion is far above the national average at 47.2%.
One-parent families are very common here at 26.0%, a figure far above the national average. Additionally, 33.5% of people live alone, which is much higher than most areas.
Rentals are far more common here than elsewhere, making up 43.1% of homes. Outright home ownership is much lower than the state average at 25.7%.
Public transport use is much higher than in similar areas, supported by 31 stops. This accessibility is reflected in the 9.4% of homes that have no motor vehicle.
The area has seen significant movement, with 48.2% of people moving in the last five years, a rate well above the national figure.
The unemployment rate is 7.9%, which is a little above the national average. Only 57.8% of adults are working or looking for work, lower than most similar areas.
Recorded offences are much higher than in most areas, particularly for theft, property damage, and assault. However, the overall crime rate fell by 15.7% over the last five years.
This is a walker's paradise, with 100% of homes within a 15-minute walk of parks, schools, and groceries. It is far more walkable than the average South Australian suburb.