Medindie Gardens

The typical resident is 43, making the area a little older than the state average. It has a higher proportion of both children under 15 and seniors over 65 than most similar areas.

People born overseas make up 20.5% of the population, which is much higher than most similar areas, though well below the national figure. English, Greek, and Italian ancestries are common here.

Language diversity is high, with 26.1% of residents using a language other than English at home, a figure well above the state and national averages. Greek and Vietnamese are the most common non-English languages.

About 39.2% of residents report no religion, which is around the middle for its level and nearly the same as the national figure. Over half the population identifies as Christian.

Education levels are exceptionally high, with 45.3% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher—far above the state average. This is reflected in the 74.2% of residents who completed Year 12.

This is a very wealthy area where 47.9% of households earn $3,000 or more a week, far above the national figure. The typical weekly family income of $3,146 is among the highest for its level.

Residents generally enjoy good health, with rates of mental health conditions and long-term illness both lower than most areas and the state average.

Community care is a strong feature here; the proportion of people providing unpaid care or looking after children is much higher than in most other areas.

First Nations people make up a small part of the population. For those who identify as such, the typical personal income of $2,500 is far above the state and national figures.

Homes here are larger than usual, with a typical 2.9 people per household. Most are couples with children, and very few people live alone compared to the rest of the state.

The area is dominated by large separate houses, with 94.9% having three or more bedrooms. Nearly half of these homes are owned outright, though typical monthly mortgage payments are much higher than most areas.

Every home has at least one motor vehicle, and half have two. Despite this, the area is well-served by public transport, with 9 routes available and a very short walk to the nearest stop.

The population is relatively stable, with 29.6% of people moving in the last five years, which is well below the national rate of 40.7%.

A high proportion of residents are working or looking for work. The workforce is dominated by professionals and managers, with many employed in health, professional services, and education.

The area is very safe, with recorded offences per 100,000 people being much lower than most areas and a significant 60% drop in the crime rate over five years.

This is a walker's paradise where every home is within a 15-minute walk of parks, schools, groceries, and public transport. Its walkability score is well above the state average.