Yacka

The community is much older than most areas, with 26.5% of people aged 65 and over. Children under 15 make up only 8.8% of the population, which is well below the national figure.

The area is overwhelmingly Australian-born, with 86.4% born here. Consequently, the proportion of people born overseas is far below the state and national figures.

English is the only language used at home, meaning the proportion of people using another language is far below the national figure.

A large number of residents report no religion (46.3%), a figure that is well above the national average.

Educational qualifications are lower than in most areas, with only 11.8% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher, far below the national figure.

Typical incomes are much lower than the national average, with a typical household earning $1,050 a week and no households earning $3,000 or more.

Health challenges are more common here than in most areas; 8.8% of people need help with daily activities and 12.9% live with a mental health condition.

Residents are very active in their own time, with 28.3% volunteering, a figure far above the national average. Many also spend significant time on unpaid housework.

First Nations people make up 4.1% of the population, which is a little above the South Australian figure. The typical First Nations resident is 30, noticeably older than the state average.

Homes tend to be smaller, with 2.2 people per household. About 30% of people live alone, which is well above the national figure.

Housing is very stable, as 58.3% of homes are owned outright—far above the national figure. Every single home in the area is a separate house.

The area is highly car-dependent, with a 127-minute drive to the city. However, 24.2% of people work from home, which is far above the state average.

Residents tend to stay put, as only 21.5% have moved in the last five years, which is far below the national figure.

Agriculture, forestry, and fishing are the primary industries for 32.3% of workers. The unemployment rate is 0.0%, which is well below the national figure.

The area is strictly car-dependent, with a walkability score far below the state average. No homes are within a 15-minute walk of groceries or health services.