Gould Creek

The typical resident is 44, making the area noticeably older than both the state and national figures. It is a community with few seniors, as those aged 65 and over make up only 12.5% of the population, which is well below the national average.

About 18.8% of residents were born overseas, a figure much higher than in similar areas, though still well below the national average. The most common ancestries are English, Australian, Italian, and German.

English is the primary language for nearly 90% of the community. While 8.3% of people use another language at home—which is higher than in most similar areas—this is still far below the national figure.

A majority of the community reports no religion, at 52.1%. This is far above the national figure of 38.9% and well above the South Australian average.

The area is well-qualified, with 24.8% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. This is slightly above the state average and reflects a workforce with strong qualifications in engineering, management, and health.

Wealth is a standout feature here, with the typical weekly household income of $2,374 far exceeding the state and national figures. About 36% of households earn $3,000 or more per week, which is much higher than in most other areas.

Residents are generally healthier than average, with only 21.7% reporting a long-term health condition. This is well below the national figure, and the rate of mental health conditions is also much lower than most areas.

Family life is central here, as 31.2% of people provide unpaid care for children, a figure well above the national average. Additionally, 5% of the community have served in the Defence Force, which is much higher than most similar areas.

There are no Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people living in this area, which is smaller than about 60% of similar areas.

Homes are large and primarily occupied by families, with 70% being couples with children. Only 4% of people live alone, which is far below the national figure of 25.6%.

Every single home in Gould Creek is a separate house, and 80% have three or more bedrooms. While 42.7% of homes are owned outright, those with mortgages pay a typical monthly payment of $2,167, which is well above the state average.

Car dependency is absolute, as 100% of homes have a motor vehicle and no one commutes by public transport. Most households are well-equipped, with nearly 71% of homes owning three or more vehicles.

The population is relatively stable, with 27.7% of people moving in the last five years, which is far below the national figure. There have been no recent arrivals from overseas.

Employment rates are strong, with 69.8% of adults working or looking for work. While full-time employment is well above the national average, the unemployment rate of 7.8% is also slightly higher than the national figure.

The area has a higher overall recorded offence rate than most, with particular spikes in burglary and property damage. However, the overall crime rate has fallen by 42.9% over the last five years.

The area is completely car-dependent, with a walkability score of 0.1. There are no grocery stores, health services, or schools within a 15-minute walk, and the terrain is notably steeper than the state average.