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Hahndorf
3 km²
Seniors make up a far larger share of the population in Hahndorf than in most other areas, with 32.4% of residents aged 65 or over. This is an older community where the typical resident is 51, far above the national figure of 38. High levels of education and household wealth are common here, creating a professional atmosphere in a highly walkable village setting. The population has grown by 11% since 2011, reaching 2,313 people.
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The area is far older than the state and national averages, with a typical age of 51. This trend has continued since 2011, as the typical age rose by four years.
English, Australian, and German ancestries are the most common. While 19.6% of people were born overseas, this is well below the national figure of 27.7%.
Most residents speak only English at home, and only 5.7% use another language. This is far below the national figure of 22.3%.
About 44.6% of people report having no religion, which is well above the national figure. This has become much more common since 2011, rising by 19 points.
The community is well qualified, with 24.5% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. This is a significant increase from 2011, when only 18.2% held such a degree.
Typical family incomes are a little above the state figure at $2,229 per week. High earners are common, with 23% of households earning $3,000 or more each week.
Health needs are high here, with 39% of people living with a long-term health condition. This is far above the national figure of 27.7%, and 11.7% of residents need help with daily activities.
Volunteering is very common at 24.4%, which is far above the national figure of 14.1%. Many residents also provide unpaid care, including 27.4% who care for children.
Families with children are common, making up 58.4% of households. One-parent families are much less common here than in most other areas.
Most people live in separate houses, and 42% own their home outright, which is far above the national figure. Renting is much less common here than across the state.
Working from home is much more common than in most similar areas, at 14.9%. Most homes have two vehicles, while 5.2% have none.
About 35.2% of people moved house in the last five years, which is around the middle for similar areas. Recent overseas arrivals have fallen since 2011.
A high number of residents work in professional or managerial roles. The unemployment rate is low at 3.5%, which is a little below the national figure.
Hahndorf is very walkable, with a score of 7.7. Almost every home is within a 15-minute walk of groceries, public transport, and health services.