Evandale

The typical resident is 39, making the area a little younger than the state average. While the population is larger than about 77% of similar areas, there are far fewer seniors here than in the rest of South Australia.

Overseas born residents make up 25.7% of the population, which is much higher than most similar areas. Italian ancestry is particularly common, with 17.3% of residents claiming this heritage.

About 20.7% of people use a language other than English at home, a figure much higher than most similar areas. This diversity is seen in the use of Italian, Mandarin, and Punjabi throughout the community.

A large proportion of the community reports having no religion at 45.6%. This is higher than most similar areas and well above the national figure.

Education levels are exceptionally high, with 42.1% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher, far above the state and national averages. Most residents have completed Year 12, and the area has a very high number of nearby schools.

Household incomes are strong, with 26.1% earning $3,000 or more a week, which is much higher than most similar areas. Typical weekly family income is well above the national figure at $2,435.

Residents here are generally healthier than the state average, with a lower rate of long-term health conditions. However, a higher number of people report having a mental health condition compared to most similar areas.

Volunteering is common, with 21.2% of people giving their time, which is well above the national figure. A higher than usual number of residents also provide unpaid care.

There are 18 First Nations people in the area. Those in this group have a typical personal income of $1,124, which is far above the state and national figures.

Many people live alone here, with 30.7% of households being single person, a figure well above the national average. Typical homes are smaller than usual, with 2.3 people per home.

Rental properties are much more common here than in similar areas, and typical monthly mortgage payments are well above the state average. Detached houses are far less common than in the rest of the state.

The area is very well connected, with a 5-minute drive time to the city and a high number of public transport routes. This helps explain why 5.3% of people commute by public transport, which is among the highest at this level.

The community is quite mobile, with 39.9% of people moving house in the last five years. Recent arrivals from overseas are also much more common here than in most similar areas.

More people here are working or looking for work than in most similar areas. The local workforce is dominated by professionals and managers, with many employed in health and education.

The area has a higher overall number of recorded offences than most similar areas, particularly theft. However, the rate of assault and related crimes is among the lowest at this level.

This area is a walker's paradise, with every single home within a 15-minute walk of groceries, health services, parks, and schools. Its walkability score is well above the state average.