# Moculta

Suburb / Locality · Area profile

Located in: South Australia › Rest of SA › Barossa › 5353, SA

Area: 45 km²

A remarkable 32.8% of residents volunteer their time in Moculta, a figure far above the national average. This small community is noticeably older than most, with a typical resident aged 45 and a strong presence of families in detached houses. The area is very stable, with far fewer people moving in or out compared to the rest of the state. It is a largely Australian-born community with deep roots, where home ownership is high and the pace of life is quiet.

## Demographics & Identity

The typical resident is 45, making the area noticeably older than the national figure. While children under 15 make up 16.2% of the population, the proportion of seniors aged 65 and over is much lower than in most similar areas.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Total population | 228 | -40.6% since 2011 |
| Median age | 45 yrs | +4.7% since 2011 |
| Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander population | 0.0% | -100.0% since 2011 |
| People aged 65 and over | 13.2% | +10.1% since 2011 |
| Children under 15 | 16.2% | -9.5% since 2011 |
| People in a de facto relationship | 6.4% | -22.9% since 2011 |

**Age structure** — Older adults (45–64) 32.9%, Young adults (25–44) 22.4%, Children (0–14) 16.2%, Youth (15–24) 13.2%, Seniors (65+) 13.2%

**Marital status** — Married 57.4%, Never married 29.7%, Divorced 7.2%, Widowed 4.6%, Separated 4.6%

## Ancestry & Birthplace

Australian, German, and English are the most common ancestries here. Only 10.1% of residents were born overseas, which is far below the South Australian and national figures.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| People born overseas | 10.1% | +29.1% since 2011 |

**Country of birth** — Australia 82.0%, England 3.5%, South Africa 2.6%, New Zealand 1.3%

**Ancestry** — Australian 38.2%, German 36.8%, English 26.8%, Scottish 7.0%, Irish 6.6%, Italian 1.3%

## Language

English is the only language used at home for 92.1% of the population. No one in the community speaks a language other than English, which is far below the national average.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| People using another language at home | 0.0% | — |
| People who speak little or no English | 0.0% | — |

**Language used at home** — English only 92.1%

## Religion

Over half of the community identifies as Christian, while 38.2% report no religion. This lack of religious affiliation is about the same as the national figure.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| People with no religion | 38.2% | +101.2% since 2011 |

**Religious affiliation** — Christianity 51.3%, No religion 38.2%, Not stated 7.5%

## Education & Qualifications

Qualifications are lower than the state average, with 15.9% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. Many residents have a Certificate III or IV, and 45.1% completed Year 12.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Completed Year 12 | 45.1% | +5.7% since 2011 |
| Adults with a bachelor degree or higher | 15.9% | +15.3% since 2011 |
| Schools within 3 km | 1 | — |
| Average school size | 22 | — |
| Average school ICSEA | 987 | — |

**Highest year of school** — Year 12 45.1%, Year 10 17.0%, Year 11 16.5%, Year 9 or below 14.3%

**Highest qualification level** — Certificate III / IV 40.9%, Bachelor degree 21.5%, Postgraduate degree 6.5%, Advanced diploma / diploma 6.5%, Graduate diploma / certificate 5.4%

**Field of qualification** — Engineering & related 21.5%, Management & commerce 16.1%, Society & culture 14.0%, Agriculture & environment 11.8%, Health 11.8%, Creative arts 7.5%, Education 5.4%, Architecture & building 4.3%

## Income

Weekly household incomes are around the middle for similar areas, with a typical figure of $1,520. However, 20.5% of households earn $3,000 or more per week, which is well above the state average.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Median personal income (weekly) | $716 | +14.7% since 2011 |
| Median household income (weekly) | $1,520 | +25.2% since 2011 |
| Median family income (weekly) | $1,916 | +29.6% since 2011 |
| People earning $2,000+ a week | 5.1% | — |
| Households earning $3,000+ a week | 20.5% | — |

**Household income distribution** — $650–$1,499 28.9%, $1,500–$2,999 19.3%, Under $650 18.1%, $4,000 or more 10.8%, $3,000–$3,999 9.6%

**Personal income distribution** — Under $650 42.6%, $650–$1,499 30.3%, $1,500–$2,999 13.3%, $3,000 or more 2.1%

## Health & Disability

The community is generally healthy, with a lower rate of people needing daily help than most areas. About 10.5% of residents live with a mental health condition, which is a little above the national figure.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| People with a long-term health condition | 28.5% | — |
| People with a mental health condition | 10.5% | — |
| People needing help with daily activities | 2.6% | +26.0% since 2011 |

**Long-term health conditions reported** — Mental health 10.5%, Arthritis 9.2%, Asthma 7.0%, Diabetes 4.8%, Other condition 4.8%, Heart disease 3.1%, Stroke 1.8%

**Number of long-term health conditions** — None 64.5%, One condition 21.9%, Two conditions 4.8%, Three or more 1.8%

## Community Participation

Volunteering is a standout feature, and 16.9% of people provide unpaid care, which is well above the national figure. There is also a much higher presence of Defence Force veterans than in most similar areas.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Volunteers | 32.8% | -20.5% since 2011 |
| People providing unpaid care | 16.9% | +38.5% since 2011 |
| People caring for children unpaid | 23.1% | -25.7% since 2011 |
| People who served in the Defence Force | 4.7% | — |
| People doing 15+ hours of unpaid housework | 20.5% | -38.3% since 2011 |

## First Nations

The First Nations population is very small, with zero people identifying as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander in the latest count.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people | 0 | — |
| First Nations median age | 14 yrs | — |
| First Nations median personal income | $450 | — |
| First Nations household income | $1,375 | — |

## Family & Households

Families with children make up 55.7% of the community. People living alone make up 21.7% of households, which is well below the state average.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Average household size | 2.5 | -7.4% since 2011 |
| One-parent families | 10.9% | +69.9% since 2011 |
| People living alone | 21.7% | +27.3% since 2011 |

**Family composition** — Couples with children 55.7%, Couples without children 35.0%, One-parent families 10.9%

**Household size** — 2 people 39.8%, 1 person 21.7%, 3 people 18.1%, 4 people 13.3%, 5 people 7.2%

## Housing & Dwellings

Everyone here lives in a separate house, and 50.6% own their home outright, which is far above the national figure. Most homes are large, with 88% having three or more bedrooms.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Median rent (weekly) | $260 | +225.0% since 2011 |
| Median mortgage repayment (monthly) | $1,320 | +5.0% since 2011 |
| Average people per bedroom | 0.80 | -27.3% since 2011 |
| Households renting | 9.6% | -36.2% since 2011 |
| Homes owned outright | 50.6% | +19.2% since 2011 |
| Separate (detached) houses | 100.0% | +2.2% since 2011 |
| Homes with three or more bedrooms | 88.0% | +5.7% since 2011 |

**How homes are owned or rented** — Owned outright 50.6%, Owned with a mortgage 39.8%, Rented 9.6%

**Types of homes** — Separate house 100.0%

**Bedrooms per home** — 3 bedrooms 47.0%, 4 bedrooms 34.9%, 2 bedrooms 9.6%, 5 or more 6.0%, 1 bedroom 4.8%

**Weekly rent distribution** — Under $200 87.5%

**Monthly mortgage distribution** — $1,000–$1,799 63.6%, $1,800–$2,999 21.2%

## Transport & Vehicles

The area is heavily reliant on cars, with no households lacking a vehicle and 73.1% of workers driving to work. While there are a few bus stops, no one uses public transport to commute.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Homes with no motor vehicle | 0.0% | -100.0% since 2011 |
| People working from home | 12.6% | -21.0% since 2011 |
| Commuting by public transport | 0.0% | — |
| Public transport stops | 2 | — |
| PT stops per 1,000 people | 8.77 | — |
| Weekly PT departures per 1,000 people | 43.9 | — |
| Public transport routes | 1 | — |
| Walk to nearest stop (min) | 21 | — |
| Drive time to the city (min) | 69 | — |

**How people get to work** — Car (driver) 73.1%, Worked at home 12.6%, Car (passenger) 5.0%, Walked 4.2%

**Motor vehicles per home** — 2 vehicles 38.6%, 3 vehicles 22.9%, 4 or more 18.1%, 1 vehicle 16.9%

## Migration & Movement

The population is very settled, as only 16.7% of residents moved in the last five years. There have been no recent arrivals from overseas.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| People who moved in the last 5 years | 16.7% | -30.7% since 2011 |
| Recent arrivals from overseas | 0.0% | — |

## Jobs & Industry

More people are working or looking for work here than in most similar areas. Manufacturing, agriculture, and retail are the primary industries for local workers.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unemployment rate | 6.3% | +395.2% since 2011 |
| Labour-force participation | 64.6% | -13.8% since 2011 |
| Employed full-time | 57.1% | +0.8% since 2011 |

**Industries people work in** — Manufacturing 19.3%, Agriculture, forestry & fishing 16.8%, Retail trade 12.6%, Construction 11.8%, Education & training 8.4%, Mining 6.7%, Wholesale trade 5.0%, Administrative & support 4.2%, Health care & social assistance 4.2%, Transport & warehousing 3.4%, Professional & technical 3.4%, Accommodation & food 2.5%

**Occupations people work in** — Managers 19.3%, Labourers 13.4%, Professionals 11.8%, Technicians & trades 11.8%, Clerical & administrative 11.8%, Machinery operators & drivers 11.8%, Sales workers 8.4%, Community & personal service 6.7%

## Crime & Safety

The overall number of offences is among the lowest for its level, and the crime rate fell by 50% over the last five years. However, motor vehicle theft is much higher than in most areas.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Recorded offences per 100,000 | 877 | — |
| Motor vehicle theft rate | 439 | — |
| Property damage rate | 439 | — |
| Crime rate change (5 yr) | -50.0% | — |

## Walkability

Moculta is almost entirely car-dependent, with a very low walkability score. No residents live within a 15-minute walk of a park, school, or grocery store.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Walkability score | 0.7 | — |
| Amenity types within a 15-minute walk | 0.8 | — |
| Homes with a 15-minute-city walkshed | 0.0% | — |
| Homes within 15 min walk of groceries | 0.0% | — |
| Homes within 10 min walk of public transport | 37.7% | — |
| Homes within 15 min walk of a school | 0.0% | — |
| Homes within 15 min walk of a park | 0.0% | — |
| Homes within 15 min walk of health services | 0.0% | — |
| Walkable amenities per 1,000 residents | 13.2 | — |
| Street connectivity (intersections/km²) | 1 | — |
| Mean terrain slope | 4.8% | — |

## Schools serving Moculta

1 school, 22 students, average ICSEA 987.

By sector: Government 1

By type: Primary 1

| School | Sector | Type | Distance | Students |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Truro Primary School | Government | Primary | 5.6 km | 22 |

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