Kalbeeba

The community is notably older than most areas, and 20.7% of people are seniors. De facto relationships are much less common here than across the state or nation, while over half the population are married.

Most residents were born in Australia, though 16.3% were born overseas. English and Australian ancestries are the most common, followed by German, Irish, and Scottish heritage.

English is the primary language for almost everyone, with only 2.4% of people using another language at home. This is far below the national figure of 22.3%.

More than half of the population (51.1%) report having no religion, which is far above the national figure of 38.9%. Christianity is the only other significant religious affiliation at 41.1%.

Many residents have a trade qualification, with 35.8% holding a Certificate III or IV. However, the proportion of adults with a bachelor degree or higher is well below the state average.

Kalbeeba is a wealthy area where 28.4% of households earn $3,000 or more a week, which is far above the South Australian figure. The typical family income of $2,055 per week is also higher than most similar areas.

Mental health conditions and those needing help with daily activities are more common here than in most similar areas. Arthritis and mental health are the most reported long-term conditions.

The community is highly active, with 21.8% of people volunteering and 17.5% providing unpaid care. There is also a very high rate of former Defence Force members compared to the rest of the state.

The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander population is very small, and for the few residents who identify as such, the typical personal income is far above the national figure.

Families tend to be larger here, with 2.8 people per home and a very low number of people living alone. Over 60% of households consist of couples with children.

The area is dominated by separate houses, and 90.8% of homes have three or more bedrooms. Very few people rent, and 40.4% of homes are owned outright.

Cars are essential here, as no one commutes by public transport and the vast majority of homes have multiple vehicles. Most people drive to work, and the area has very low transit connectivity.

The population is very stable, with only 21% of people moving in the last five years. This is far lower than the national rate of 40.7%.

More adults are working or looking for work than in most similar areas, and the unemployment rate is quite low at 2.7%. The most common industries for workers are construction, health, and public administration.

Overall crime rates are much lower than in most similar areas, particularly for assault, burglary, and property damage. However, motor vehicle theft is higher than average.

The area is heavily car-dependent, with a walkability score of 1.7. Most homes are far from groceries, health services, and schools.