Glenelg North

The typical resident is 43, making the area noticeably older than the national figure. Seniors aged 65 and over make up 21.5% of the population, which is well above the Australian average.

People born overseas make up 24.9% of the community, a figure much higher than most similar areas. English, Australian, and Irish ancestries are the most common.

While 13.7% of residents use a language other than English at home, this is well below the national figure of 22.3%. Very few people here, just 1.1%, speak little or no English.

Nearly half the population (46.7%) reports having no religion, which is well above the national figure of 38.9%. Christianity is the next most common affiliation at 43.9%.

The community is highly qualified, with 30.2% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher, well above the national average. Year 12 completion is also much higher than most areas at 64.4%.

This is a wealthy area where typical family weekly incomes reach $2,346, which is a little above the national figure. Those earning $2,000 or more a week make up 15.5% of the population, a much higher share than in most areas.

Health levels are generally positive, with 27.8% of people reporting a long-term health condition, which is about the same as the national figure. Only 3.9% of residents need help with daily activities.

Volunteer rates are 16.0%, which is a little above the national figure. Around 12.5% of people provide unpaid care, while 3.4% have served in the Defence Force.

There are 52 First Nations people in the area, and their typical personal income is $687, which is well above the national figure. The typical age for this group is 29, noticeably older than the state average.

A high number of people live alone (33.9%), which is well above the national average. Consequently, homes are smaller than usual, with typically 2.2 people per dwelling.

Renters make up 33.8% of households, a much higher share than in most similar areas. The housing stock is denser than average, with detached houses making up only 50.4% of homes, far below the national figure.

Public transport is very accessible, with 40 stops and a typical walk of just 2 minutes to the nearest one. Commuting by public transport is more common here than in most areas.

The area is very dynamic, with 42.5% of people moving in the last five years. Recent arrivals from overseas make up 20.9% of the population, which is well above the national figure.

More people are working or looking for work here (65.5%) compared to the national figure of 61.1%. The most common industries for residents are health care, education, and construction.

The total recorded offences are higher than most areas, with theft being the most frequent crime. Burglary rates are also higher than in most similar areas.

This is a very walkable area, with a score of 7.2. Almost every home is within a 15-minute walk of a park, a school, and public transport.