Pinkerton Plains

The community is generally middle-aged, with a typical resident aged 42. It has a much lower proportion of children and seniors than most similar areas, and there are no residents in de facto relationships.

Most residents were born in Australia, and the area has a much lower proportion of overseas-born people than the national average. Those with overseas roots primarily cite English, German, and Scottish ancestry.

English is the only language used at home here, which is far below the state and national figures for linguistic diversity.

A huge majority of residents report no religion, a figure that is far above both the South Australian and national averages.

More residents have completed Year 12 than in most similar areas. While bachelor degrees are far less common than the national average, many people hold certificates in agriculture, environment, or engineering.

Incomes are high here, with typical weekly personal earnings much higher than in most similar areas. About 18% of people earn over $2,000 a week, which is well above the national figure.

Health levels are around the middle for similar areas, with 28.4% of people living with a long-term health condition.

This is a highly active community where 29.1% of people volunteer, far above the national average. There is also a very high rate of people providing unpaid care for children.

There are no Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people living in the area.

Families tend to be larger than usual, with 61.5% of households being couples with children. Very few people live alone compared to the state average.

Housing is dominated by separate houses, and 62.5% of homes are owned outright. This is far above the national average, and typical weekly rents are much lower than across Australia.

The area is entirely car-dependent, with no public transport stops and every home owning at least one vehicle. About 15% of the workforce works from home.

The population is very stable, as far fewer people have moved into the area in the last five years compared to the rest of the country.

Job security is very high with an unemployment rate of 0.0%. Many residents work in agriculture, forestry, and fishing, which accounts for 42.6% of jobs.

The area is completely car-dependent, with no shops, parks, or health services within a 15-minute walk.