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Port Willunga

2 km²

Typical weekly household incomes in Port Willunga are $1,313, which is well below the national figure. This coastal community is older than most, with a typical resident aged 44 and a significant population of seniors. It is a place where separate houses dominate the landscape and many residents are in de facto relationships. The area feels residential and relaxed, with a high number of people who identify as having no religion.

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The typical resident is 44, making the area noticeably older than the national average. About 20.3% of people are aged 65 and over, while 15.9% are in de facto relationships, a figure much higher than most similar areas.

Most residents were born in Australia, and the area has a far lower proportion of overseas-born people than the national average. English is the most common ancestry at 50.1%, followed by Australian at 38.8%.

English is used in 92.3% of homes, meaning the proportion of people using another language is far below the national figure. Very few people, just 0.3%, speak little or no English.

A large majority of the community, 64.2%, report having no religion. This is far above the national figure of 38.9%.

About 20.1% of adults hold a bachelor degree or higher, which is higher than most similar areas but well below the national average. Over half of residents have completed Year 12.

Typical weekly household incomes are $1,313, which is well below the national figure of $1,746. Only 9% of households earn $3,000 or more per week, a rate lower than most areas.

Residents are more likely to face health challenges, with 32% reporting a long-term condition. This includes 11.9% with a mental health condition, which is well above the national average.

Community involvement is high, with 14.9% of people providing unpaid care and 17.5% volunteering. This is consistent with a higher-than-average rate of people caring for children unpaid.

The First Nations community is relatively young, with a typical age of 17, which is noticeably younger than the state and national figures. Around 20.7% of First Nations residents have completed Year 12.

One-parent families make up 21.1% of households, which is well above the national average. About 30.1% of people live alone, and the typical home has 2.3 people.

Separate houses make up 94.9% of dwellings, far above the national average. Home ownership is strong, with 37.6% owning their home outright, while typical weekly rents are $328.

The area is well-served by public transport with 14 stops, and 97% of homes are within a 10-minute walk of one. However, most people still rely on cars, with 65.9% driving to work.

About 34% of residents moved house in the last five years. The area has seen very few recent arrivals from overseas, at just 1.1%.

The unemployment rate is 6.2%, which is a little above the national figure. Those who are working often find jobs in health care, construction, or education.

The rate of burglary is higher than most areas, and motor vehicle theft is much higher. Overall, the number of recorded offences is around the middle for its level.

Almost everyone lives within a short walk of a park or school, but only 6% are within 15 minutes of groceries. This makes the area's overall walkability score a little below the state average.

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