Wynn Vale

The area is noticeably older than the national average, though it remains a large community of nearly 8,000 people. Most residents are married, and there are fewer de facto relationships here than in most similar areas.

About 23% of residents were born overseas, which is much higher than in most similar areas, although this is slightly below the South Australian average. English and Australian are the most common ancestries.

People using another language at home make up 10% of the population, a figure much higher than in most similar areas. However, this is still well below the state and national averages.

Nearly half of the community (48.1%) report having no religion, which is well above the national figure of 38.9%.

The area has a strong educational profile, with 56.9% of residents completing Year 12, which is much higher than in most similar areas. Many adults hold a certificate III or IV.

Wynn Vale is more prosperous than most similar areas, with a typical weekly household income of $1,733. This is a little above the South Australian average.

A higher number of people here have a long-term health condition (31.5%) compared to the national average of 27.7%. Arthritis and mental health are the most reported conditions.

More people here provide unpaid care for children and other people than in most similar areas. There is also a higher rate of former Defence Force members than the state average.

The First Nations community here has a Year 12 completion rate of 44.9%, which is far above the state average. However, the unemployment rate for this group is much higher than most similar areas at 18.8%.

Family life is common here, with 57.9% of households consisting of couples with children. This explains why there are fewer people living alone compared to the state average.

The suburb is dominated by separate houses, and 36.3% of homes are owned outright, which is well above the national figure. Renting is far less common here than across Australia.

Public transport use is among the highest for its level, with a very high number of bus stops and a short 2-minute walk to the nearest one. Most people still commute by car.

The population is relatively stable, as fewer people have moved in the last five years compared to most other areas. Recent arrivals from overseas are also far below the national average.

More adults are working or looking for work here than in most similar areas. The most common industries for local workers are health care and education.

The area is notably safe, with recorded offences per 100,000 people being much lower than in most similar areas. Burglary and motor vehicle theft rates are particularly low.

Wynn Vale is very walkable, with 99.9% of homes within a 10-minute walk of public transport and all homes within a 15-minute walk of a park.