Oakbank

Oakbank is noticeably older than the rest of the state, with 21.5% of residents aged 65 and over. While children under 15 make up 17.2% of the population, the area has a much lower proportion of people in de facto relationships compared to most similar places.

The community is predominantly Australian born, with 81.6% born here. Those born overseas make up 11.7% of the population, which is far below the national figure of 27.7%, and the most common ancestries are English and Australian.

English is the primary language for 91.6% of residents. Only 3.0% of people use another language at home, a figure far below the national average, and almost everyone speaks English fluently.

More than half of the population (52.3%) report having no religion. This is far above the national figure of 38.9% and well above the state average.

The workforce is highly qualified, with 30.0% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher, which is well above the national figure. This academic strength is reflected in the 64.6% of residents who completed Year 12.

Oakbank is a high-income area where the typical family earns $2,419 a week, well above the state figure. Nearly 30% of households earn $3,000 or more per week, which is far above the state average.

Residents generally enjoy good health, with 25.3% having a long-term health condition, which is well below the state average. Similarly, the proportion of people needing help with daily activities is lower than in most areas.

Volunteering is very common here, with 28.4% of people volunteering, far above the national figure of 14.1%. This community spirit is also seen in the 14.7% of people who provide unpaid care.

There are 12 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in the area. This group is noticeably younger than the general population, with a typical age of 20, and typical household incomes are far above the state and national figures.

Most homes are headed by couples, and 55.1% have children. The number of one-parent families is well below the state average, and far fewer people live alone compared to the rest of South Australia.

The area consists almost entirely of separate houses, with 96.2% of homes being detached. These are typically large properties, as 84.3% have three or more bedrooms and 42.0% are owned outright.

The community is highly car-dependent, as 63% of people drive to work and no one commutes by public transport. However, it is a short trip to the city, with a typical drive time of 27 minutes.

The population is relatively stable, with 33.0% of people moving in the last five years, which is well below the national figure. Recent arrivals from overseas are also far fewer than the state average.

Workforce participation is high, with 63.3% of adults working or looking for work. Many residents are professionals or managers, and 17.5% work from home.

Oakbank is a very safe area, with some of the lowest recorded offence rates at this level. Burglary rates are among the lowest, and overall crime fell by 22.2% over five years.

The area is mostly car-dependent, with a walkability score of 2.6, far below the state average. Most homes are far from groceries, health services, and parks, though 64.6% are within a 10-minute walk of public transport.