Meadows

The area is younger than most, with 20.9% of the population being children under 15, a figure well above the national average. This is reflected in the typical age of 39 and a much lower proportion of seniors compared to the rest of South Australia.

Most residents were born in Australia, and the area has a far lower proportion of overseas-born people than the state or nation. English and Australian are the most common ancestries reported.

English is the primary language for the vast majority, with only 2.9% of people using another language at home. This is far below the national figure of 22.3%.

Meadows has one of the highest rates of people with no religion for its area, at 61.7%, which is far above the national average of 38.9%.

Many residents have completed Year 12, and 17.5% hold a bachelor degree or higher, which is more common here than in similar areas.

Typical weekly household income is $1,964, which is well above the South Australian figure. Personal incomes are also much higher than in most similar areas, with a typical weekly pay of $917.

The community is relatively healthy, with 28.2% of people having a long-term health condition, which is about the same as the national average. Only 3.7% of people need help with daily activities.

Caring for children is a significant part of local life, with 33.6% of people providing unpaid childcare, well above the national figure. Unpaid housework and general care are also more common here than elsewhere.

There are 14 First Nations people in the area. Their typical personal income of $575 is slightly above the state average, though their household income is much lower than in most areas.

Homes tend to be larger, with 2.7 people per household, and 60.3% of families consist of couples with children. Very few people live alone compared to the state average.

The area is dominated by separate houses, with 98.1% of dwellings being detached. These homes are typically large, as 90.7% have three or more bedrooms, far exceeding the national average.

Most people rely on cars, with 70.9% driving to work and 43.6% of homes owning two vehicles. Public transport use is very low, with only 0.5% of people commuting by bus.

The population is somewhat mobile, as 37% of residents moved in the last five years. However, recent arrivals from overseas are far less common here than in the rest of the country.

The local workforce is active, with 67% of adults working or looking for work. Full-time employment is more common here than in the state or nation, and the unemployment rate is low at 3.0%.

Meadows is a very safe area with some of the lowest rates of burglary, theft, and property damage. The overall recorded offence rate is also among the lowest at this level.

While most homes are within a 15-minute walk of groceries and health services, the area is less walkable than the state average. Public transport and parks are notably harder to reach on foot.