Macgillivray

The area is much younger than most, with the typical resident aged 37 and very few seniors, who make up only 6.0% of the population. It also has a high proportion of children under 15 at 23.1%, which is well above the national figure.

The community is overwhelmingly Australian-born, with only 6.0% of people born overseas, a figure far below the state and national averages. Those with overseas ancestry are most commonly English or Scottish.

English is the main language used at home for 83.8% of residents. Only 3.4% use another language, and no one in the area speaks little or no English.

A large majority of residents—63.2%—report having no religion, which is far above the national figure of 38.9%.

About 48.9% of residents completed Year 12, which is higher than most similar areas, though this is still well below the state average. Those with a bachelor degree or higher make up 17.0% of the community.

Household incomes are relatively high, with 28.6% earning $3,000 or more a week, far above the state average. However, typical personal weekly incomes are $639, which is well below the national figure.

Residents are generally healthier than most, with only 18.8% reporting a long-term health condition and no one needing help with daily activities.

Volunteering is very common here, with 28.7% of people contributing their time, far above the national average. Unpaid housework is also more common than in most areas.

The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander population is 0.0%, which is a little below the South Australian average.

Homes in Macgillivray are larger than usual, typically holding 3.1 people. This is consistent with the high number of couples with children, who make up 75.3% of households.

Every home in the area is a separate house. While many are owned with a mortgage, typical weekly rents are far below the state average at just $150.

The area is heavily reliant on cars, as there are no public transport stops and 100% of homes have at least one vehicle. Working from home is very common, at 34.4%.

The population is very stable, with only 14.7% of people moving in the last five years, far below the national figure.

Working or looking for work is more common here than in most areas, with 71.3% of adults active. Agriculture, forestry, and fishing are the primary industries, employing 40.6% of the workforce.

The area is almost entirely car-dependent, with a walkability score of 0.1. There are no schools, groceries, or health services within a 15-minute walk.