Exeter

The community is noticeably older than the state average, with the typical resident being 48. While there are fewer children here than in most areas, there is a higher proportion of people in de facto relationships and a significant number of residents aged 65 and over.

English and Australian ancestries are the most common, and 19.1% of people were born overseas. This is much higher than most similar areas, though it remains well below the state and national figures.

English is the main language for 88.1% of residents. While 7.5% of people use another language at home—a rate higher than most similar areas—this is still far below the state and national averages.

A huge majority of residents report having no religion, at 60.3%. This is far above the figures for South Australia and Australia, marking it as one of the most secular areas at this level.

Exeter is highly qualified, with 27.6% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. This is well above the state average, and there are more schools within 3km than in about 80% of similar areas.

Typical personal income is $849, which is a little above the state average. Family incomes are also slightly higher than the South Australian typical figure, though household incomes are a little below the national average.

Health challenges are more common here than in most areas, with 37.8% of people reporting a long-term health condition. Mental health conditions are particularly prevalent, appearing at a rate well above the state and national figures.

Volunteering rates are about the same as the state average, but there is a much higher proportion of people who have served in the Defence Force compared to most similar areas.

First Nations people in the area are noticeably older than those in the state and nation, with a typical age of 31. Their typical personal income of $849 is far above the South Australian figure.

Living arrangements are unique, as 40.2% of people live alone, which is far above the national average. There are also much more one-parent families here than in most other areas.

Rental properties are much more common than in similar areas, and there are far fewer large three-bedroom homes. Separate houses are also less common here than in the rest of the state.

Public transport is popular, with 7.6% of people commuting by it—well above the national average. This is supported by the fact that 100% of homes are within a 10-minute walk of a stop.

About 33.5% of residents moved in the last five years, which is around the middle for its level. Recent arrivals from overseas are much less common here than across South Australia.

More adults are working or looking for work than in most similar areas. Those who are employed often work in health care, social assistance, or public administration.

The area has some of the highest rates of theft and property damage at this level. Assault, burglary, and robbery rates are also higher than in most similar areas.

This is a walker's paradise with a score of 8.8. Every single home is within a 15-minute walk of parks, groceries, health services, and schools.