Penfield Gardens

The area is noticeably older than most, with 27.3% of people aged 65 and over, which is far above the national figure. This trend is reflected in the low number of children under 15, which is well below both the state and national averages.

Born overseas, 31.6% of residents come from other countries, a figure well above the national average. Italian, Australian, English, and Vietnamese are the most common ancestries in the community.

Language diversity is very high, with 29.9% of people using another language at home, far above the South Australian figure. Consequently, the proportion of people who speak little or no English is among the highest in the region.

Religious affiliation is more common here than in other areas, as the share of people reporting no religion is far below the state and national figures.

Education levels are much lower than most areas, with only 4.2% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. This is far below the national figure of 26.3%.

Typical personal weekly income is $619, which is well below the national figure. While typical household incomes are a little above the state average, very few people earn $2,000 or more per week.

The community has a higher need for support, with 8.6% of people needing help with daily activities. However, the rate of mental health conditions is much lower than in most other areas.

Volunteer rates are among the lowest at this level, falling far below the state and national averages. Unpaid care for children is also well below the national figure.

First Nations residents in this area are far older and earn much more than the state and national averages, with a typical personal income of $1,125.

Homes are larger than usual, with 3.0 people per home, which is well above the national average. Most households consist of couples with children.

Every single home in the area is a separate house, and 57.4% are owned outright, a figure far above the national average. Most homes are large, with 91.5% having three or more bedrooms.

The area is highly car-reliant, with no one commuting by public transport and 0% of homes without a vehicle. Interestingly, 22.3% of people work from home, which is far above the state average.

The population is very stable, with much fewer people moving in the last five years compared to the state or national averages.

Full-time employment is much higher here than in most areas, at 66.2%. Nearly 40% of the workforce is employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing.

The area has seen a significant increase in crime, with the crime rate rising by 87% over five years. Rates of property damage and motor vehicle theft are among the highest for this level.

The neighborhood is strictly car-dependent, with a walkability score far below the state average. Residents have almost no access to groceries, health services or schools within a 15-minute walk.