Port Mannum

Seniors make up nearly 30% of the population, making this area much older than most others. Children under 15 are well below the state and national figures, at just 13.4%.

The community is predominantly Australian-born, with only 9.6% of people born overseas, which is far below the national figure of 27.7%. English and Australian are the most common ancestries.

English is the primary language for 92.9% of residents. This means the proportion of people using another language at home is far below both the state and national averages.

A majority of residents, 53.1%, report having no religion. This is far above the national figure of 38.9%.

Educational qualifications are much lower than most areas, with only 6.3% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. This is far below the national figure of 26.3%.

Incomes in Port Mannum are much lower than the usual figures. The typical household earns $949 a week, which is far below the national figure of $1,746.

Long-term health conditions are much more common here than in most areas, affecting 37.7% of people. This is consistent with the older age of the community, as 9.6% of residents need help with daily activities.

Unpaid care for children is much lower than most areas, while 14.1% of people provide other types of unpaid care. A slightly higher proportion of residents have served in the Defence Force compared to the state average.

First Nations people make up a small part of the population, with a typical personal income of $899, which is far above the state and national figures. The typical First Nations resident is very young, at just 10 years old.

Living arrangements are quite fragmented, with 40.7% of people living alone—a figure far above the national average. Consequently, homes are smaller, with only 2.1 people per home.

Most residents live in separate houses, and 45.1% own their home outright, which is far above the national figure. Renting is uncommon, with only 10.6% of households renting.

The area is highly reliant on cars, as there are no public transport stops or routes available. About 70% of workers commute by driving themselves.

The population is relatively stable, with 30.8% of people moving in the last five years, which is well below the national figure. There have been no recent arrivals from overseas.

Working or looking for work is much less common here than in most areas, at 50.7%. Health care and food services are the most common industries for local workers.

Recorded offences are much higher than in most similar areas, with a particularly high rate of assault and property damage. The crime rate has risen by 220% over the last five years.

The town is very car-dependent with a walkability score far below the state average. Very few residents can walk to groceries, schools, or public transport within 15 minutes.