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Seacliff
1 km²
A highly accessible coastal pocket of Greater Adelaide, Seacliff is an affluent and well-educated community. It stands out for its exceptional walkability, with every home within easy reach of parks, shops, and health services. The area has a mature feel, as residents are notably older than the national average. This combination of high incomes and professional qualifications makes it a prosperous residential hub with a strong connection to the city.
Seacliff's schools draw a community as advantaged as its high household incomes suggest.
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The community is older than most, with a typical resident aged 46 and over 22% of the population aged 65 or more. This is far older than the national figure of 38 years.
Many residents have roots in the United Kingdom, with English and Irish ancestry being common. About 22.9% of people were born overseas, which is much higher than in most similar areas.
English is the primary language for 88.7% of the population. While 7.8% use another language at home, this is well below the South Australian average of 17.8%.
A majority of residents identify as having no religion at 53.8%, which is far above the national figure of 38.9%.
This is a highly qualified area where 40% of adults hold a bachelor degree or higher, far exceeding the national average of 26.3%. High school completion is also much higher than usual, with 68.9% finishing Year 12.
Incomes are significantly high here, with the typical family earning $2,364 a week. About 28.3% of households earn $3,000 or more weekly, which is far above the state average.
Residents generally enjoy good health, as the 3.8% who need help with daily activities is lower than in most similar areas.
Community spirit is strong, with 22% of people volunteering, which is well above the national figure. There is also a high rate of unpaid childcare at 31.1%.
There are 12 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in the area. First Nations household income is much lower than most areas, at $949.
Families are the norm, with 53.2% of homes consisting of couples with children. About 24.1% of people live alone, which is slightly below the state average.
Home ownership is strong, with 41.5% of houses owned outright. While detached houses are common, the area has fewer large homes than usual, as only 72.1% have three or more bedrooms.
Public transport use is among the highest for its level, with 6.8% of people commuting this way. The area is exceptionally well-served, with 13 stops and a short 3-minute walk to the nearest one.
The area is quite dynamic, with 38.5% of people moving in the last five years. About 9.9% of the population are recent arrivals from overseas.
The workforce is dominated by professionals and managers, with many working in health and education. About 16.4% of people work from home, which is well above the state average.
The area is relatively safe, with burglary rates much lower than most similar areas and a significant 35.2% drop in the crime rate over the last five years.
Seacliff is very walkable with a score of 7.8. Every single home is within a 15-minute walk of groceries, parks, and public transport.
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