Hahndorf

The community is significantly older than the national average, with 31.6% of people aged 65 and over. Children under 15 make up 15.1% of the population, which is well below the Australian figure of 18.2%.

English ancestry is the most common at 45%, followed by Australian and German heritage. While 19.2% of people were born overseas, this is well below the national figure of 27.7%.

Most residents speak only English, and the 5.6% who use another language at home is far below the national average of 22.3%. Very few people here speak little or no English.

Nearly half of residents (44.6%) report having no religion, which is well above the national figure of 38.9%. Christianity is the most common faith at 47.7%.

Hahndorf is highly qualified, with 25.4% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. This aligns with the national figure and is a little above the state average.

Typical family incomes are $2,301 a week, which is a little above the national figure. About a quarter of households earn $3,000 or more weekly, a rate well above the state average.

Residents struggle more with health than most, as 36.6% have a long-term condition and 10.1% need help with daily activities, both of which are well above national levels.

The area has a strong volunteer spirit, with 24.1% of people volunteering, which is well above the national rate of 14.1%.

About 25 First Nations people live here. Those in this group speak a First Nations language at a rate of 16%, which is well above the national figure.

Families with children make up nearly 60% of households. Only 8.3% are one-parent families, which is well below the national average of 14.1%.

The area is dominated by separate houses, and 44% of homes are owned outright, far above the national figure of 31%. Typical monthly mortgage payments are well above the state average at $1,950.

While most people drive, the area has a very high number of public transport stops and departures compared to other areas. About 16.8% of the workforce works from home.

The population is relatively stable, with 32.6% moving in the last five years, which is well below the national figure of 40.7%.

Working or looking for work is less common here than in most areas, with 55.1% of adults active in the labour force. Many residents work in health, education, and retail.

Hahndorf is notably safe, with recorded offences per 100,000 people being much lower than most areas. Burglary and vehicle theft rates are also much lower than usual.

The area is very walkable, with 80.7% of homes within a 15-minute walk of local amenities. This is far above the state average, particularly for access to groceries and health services.