Glynde

The area is noticeably older than the state and national averages, with a very high number of seniors. Conversely, children under 15 make up only 12.9% of the population, which is well below the national figure of 18.2%.

People born overseas make up 33.3% of the community, which is well above the national average. Italian and English are the most common ancestries, with Italy also being the most frequent country of birth outside Australia.

Language diversity is very high, with 30.6% of residents using a language other than English at home. This is far above the South Australian figure, and about 4.9% of people speak little or no English.

Over half of the residents identify as Christian, while 34.5% have no religion. This lack of religious affiliation is well below the national average.

The community is highly qualified, with 27.7% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. This is well above the state average, and 56.8% of residents have completed Year 12.

Typical household incomes are well below the national figure, with the usual home earning $1,163 a week. Personal incomes are also a little below the state and national averages.

Health challenges are more common here than in most areas, with 36% of people reporting a long-term health condition. This is well above the national figure, and 13.6% of residents need help with daily activities.

Community participation is generally lower than in other areas. Fewer people provide unpaid care or do significant housework compared to the state and national averages.

There are 17 First Nations people in the area. Their typical personal income is $850, which is far above the South Australian figure of $487.

Living arrangements are distinct, with nearly 40% of people living alone, far above the national figure. This contributes to a lower number of people per home than in most other areas.

Renting is much more common here than in similar areas. Separate houses are also far less frequent than across the state, and typical monthly mortgage payments are well above the state average.

The area is very well connected, with 100% of homes within a 10-minute walk of public transport. While 62.9% of people drive to work, about 13.5% of homes have no motor vehicle, which is well above the national average.

The population is quite mobile, with 42.6% of people moving in the last five years. This includes a high number of recent overseas arrivals, at 17.5%.

About 52.5% of adults are working or looking for work, which is well below the national figure. The most common industries for local workers are healthcare, construction, and retail.

The rates of theft and burglary are higher than in most similar areas. However, the overall crime rate has fallen by 11.6% over the last five years.

Glynde is very walkable, with every home within a 15-minute walk of groceries, health services, and parks. This makes it far more accessible on foot than the typical South Australian suburb.