Ob Flat

The community is noticeably older than the state average, with 21.5% of residents aged 65 and over. Children under 15 make up 14.5% of the population, which is well below the national figure.

Most residents were born in Australia, and the area has a far lower proportion of overseas-born people compared to South Australia and the rest of the country.

English is the primary language for 86.4% of people, and the share of those using another language at home is far below the state and national averages.

A high number of people report having no religion, at 46.6%, which is well above the national figure.

While many residents have a certificate III or IV, the proportion of adults with a bachelor degree or higher is far below the national average.

Ob Flat is a wealthy area where typical household incomes are well above the state average. This is highlighted by the fact that 26.1% of households earn $3,000 or more a week.

Residents are generally healthier than most, with a much lower rate of mental health conditions and fewer people needing help with daily activities compared to the state.

There is a strong culture of giving back, as the share of volunteers is well above the national figure. Unpaid care for children is also a little above the national average.

The First Nations community is very young, with a typical age of 13. Typical personal and household incomes for First Nations people are far above the state and national figures.

Family homes are common, with 56.4% being couples with children. Very few people live alone, and one-parent families are much less common than in most other areas.

Homes here are typically large, with 92.4% having three or more bedrooms. Renting is very rare, and most residents own their separate houses, either outright or with a mortgage.

The area is entirely car-dependent, with 100% of homes owning at least one vehicle and no one using public transport to commute.

The community is relatively stable, with a lower share of people moving in the last five years compared to the national figure. There have been no recent arrivals from overseas.

More adults are working or looking for work here than in most similar areas. The unemployment rate is very low at 1.9%, well below the state and national figures.

The area is relatively safe, with recorded offences and burglary rates that are much lower than most other areas.

Living here requires a car, as the walkability score is very low. Most homes are far from health services, parks, and groceries.