Glenelg East

The typical resident is 43, making the area noticeably older than the Australian average. While children under 15 make up 14.8% of the population, seniors aged 65 and over are well represented at 20.6%.

Born overseas accounts for 21.4% of residents, which is much higher than most similar areas. English is the most common ancestry at 43.4%, followed by Australian at 33.3%.

About 12% of people use another language at home, a figure much higher than most similar areas but well below the South Australian average. However, very few people here speak little or no English.

Nearly half of the population, 48.2%, report no religion, which is well above the national figure. Christianity is the next most common affiliation at 43.6%.

The area is highly qualified, with 34.5% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher and 66.4% completing Year 12. Both figures are far above the state and national averages.

Wealth is high here, with typical personal weekly incomes at $976, much higher than most similar areas. Around 16.4% of people earn $2,000 or more per week, which is well above the national average.

Health profiles are typical for the region, with 29% of people living with a long-term condition. Arthritis and asthma are the most common long-term health issues reported.

Volunteering is strong, with 18.6% of residents participating, which is well above the national figure. About 3.6% of the community has served in the Defence Force.

There are 35 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in the area. This group is far older than the state average, with a typical age of 34.

Homes are smaller than usual, with a typical size of 2.2 people. A high number of residents live alone, accounting for 35.4% of households.

Townhouses and semi-detached homes are common, and the area has far fewer separate houses than the state average. Renting is more common here than in most similar areas, with a typical weekly rent of $325.

Public transport use is among the highest for its level, supported by 22 stops and a very short 6-minute walk to the nearest one. About 8.3% of homes have no motor vehicle.

The area is very dynamic, with 40.8% of people moving in the last five years. This includes a high number of recent overseas arrivals, who make up 20.8% of the population.

The workforce is active, with 66.4% of adults working or looking for work. Many residents are employed in health care and social assistance, or as professionals and managers.

The area has a lower rate of assault and motor vehicle theft than most similar areas. However, theft and property damage rates are higher.

This is a walker's paradise, with every single home within a 15-minute walk of a park, school, and health service. It is far more walkable than the state average.