Maylands

The typical resident is 41, making the area noticeably older than the national average. While the population is larger than most similar areas, the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community is small at 0.8%.

Many residents have roots overseas, with 25.7% born outside Australia, a figure much higher than most similar areas. English, Australian, and Italian are the most common ancestries.

Language diversity is high, with 20.3% of people using a language other than English at home. This is much higher than most similar areas, though only 3.1% speak little or no English.

The community is notably secular, as 50.9% of people report no religion. This is far above the national figure of 38.9%.

The area is among the most qualified at its level, with 46.8% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. This is far above the South Australian figure of 22.7%.

Typical weekly family income is $2,650, which is well above the national figure. This is consistent with the high number of people earning $2,000 or more a week.

A higher than usual 10.0% of residents live with a mental health condition. However, the rate of long-term health conditions is well below the state average.

More people here provide unpaid care or look after children than in most similar areas. Volunteering is also common, with 18.0% of residents helping out.

There are 12 First Nations people in the area. This group is far older and has a much higher typical personal income than First Nations people across the state.

People are more likely to live alone here than in most other areas, with 36.4% in single-person homes. Consequently, the typical household size is a little smaller than the state average.

Homes here are typically smaller, with far fewer three-bedroom houses than the state average. Renting is much more common than in similar areas, and monthly mortgage payments are well above the state figure.

Public transport use is very high, and 11.0% of homes have no car, which is well above the national average. The area is highly connected, with a very short drive time to the city.

The area sees a steady flow of people, with 37.1% having moved in the last five years. Recent overseas arrivals make up 14.9% of the population.

More adults are working or looking for work here than in most similar areas. Many are employed as professionals in health care, technical roles, or education.

The area has a higher overall crime rate than most similar places, particularly regarding assault and burglary. However, motor vehicle theft is much lower than usual.

Described as a walker's paradise, every home is within a 15-minute walk of groceries, health services, and schools. This makes it far more walkable than the state average.