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City of West Torrens

2011 Census results

Comparison year: 2006Benchmark area: Greater Adelaide

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Table of contents

Estimated Resident Population (ERP) 2

Population highlights 4

About the areas 6

Five year age groups 9

Ancestry 12

Birthplace 15

Year of arrival in Australia 17

Proficiency in English 19

Language spoken at home 22

Religion 25

Qualifications 27

Highest level of schooling 29

Education institution attending 32

Need for assistance 35

Employment status 38

Industry sectors of employment 41

Occupations of employment 44

Method of travel to work 47

Volunteer work 49

Unpaid care 51

Individual income 53

Household income 55

Households summary 57

Household size 60

Dwelling type 63

Number of bedrooms per dwelling 65

Internet connection 67

Number of cars per household 69

Housing tenure 70

Housing loan repayments 72

Housing rental payments 74

SEIFA - disadvantage 76

About the community profile 77

The Estimated Resident Population is the OFFICIAL City of West Torrens population for 2012.

Populations are counted and estimated in various ways. The most comprehensive population count available in

Australia is derived from the Census of Population and Housing conducted by the Australian Bureau of

Statistics every five years. However the Census count is NOT the official population of the City of West Torrens.

To provide a more accurate population figure which is updated more frequently than every five years, the

Australian Bureau of Statistics also produces "Estimated Resident Population" (ERP) numbers for the City of

West Torrens.

See data notes for a detailed explanation of different population types, how they are calculated and when to

use each one.

Estimated Resident Population (ERP)



Year (ending June 30) NumberChange in

numberChange in

percent

2001 52,364 -- --

2002 52,714 +350 +0.67

2003 52,987 +273 +0.52

2004 53,256 +269 +0.51

2005 53,474 +218 +0.41

2006 54,163 +689 +1.29

2007 54,896 +733 +1.35

2008 55,369 +473 +0.86

2009 56,048 +679 +1.23

2010 56,646 +598 +1.07

2011 56,960 +314 +0.55

2012 57,454 +494 +0.87

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Annual change in Estimated Resident Population (ERP)

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2011 City of West

TorrensGreater Adelaide South Australia Australia

Median age 3839 39

37

Median weeklyhouseholdincome

$1,014$1,106 $1,044 $1,234

Couples withchildren 23%

28% 28% 31%

Older coupleswithout children 9%

10% 10%

9%

Medium andhigh densityHousing

36%24% 20% 25%

Householdswith amortgage

27%35% 34% 33%

Median weeklyrent $250 $250

$220

$285

Householdsrenting 35%

28% 27% 29%

Non-Englishspeakingbackgrounds

23%15% 13% 16%

Universityattendance 7%

5% 4% 4%

Bachelor orHigher degree 21%

18% 16% 19%

Vocational 16%18% 19% 18%

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Public transport(to work) 12%

8% 7% 10%

Unemployment 6% 6% 6% 6%

SEIFA index ofdisadvantage2011

998993 983

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Location and boundaries

The City of West Torrens is located immediately west of the City of Adelaide. The City of West Torrens is bounded by

the River Torrens, the old course of the River Torrens in the north, Port Road, East Terrace and the railway line in

the east, Anzac Highway, South Road, the Glenelg tramway and local streets around the Sturt River in the south and

Gulf St Vincent and local streets in the west. The City's boundaries are the City of Charles Sturt in the north, the

Cities of Adelaide and Unley in the east, the Cities of Marion and Holdfast Bay in the south and Gulf St Vincent in the

west.

Name origin

West Torrens is named after the western section of the River Torrens.

About the area

Important

Statistics

Population

54,9612011 Usual residents

Land area

3,704hectares (37 Km )2

Population density

14.84persons per hectare


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Settlement history

European settlement dates from the 1830s, with many small scattered communities established by the 1850s. Land

was used mainly for farming, horse grazing, orcharding, market gardening and vineyards. Initially residential and

industrial development was in the north-east, closest to Adelaide, with Thebarton being one of the earliest areas to be

settled. Growth took place in the 1870s and 1880s, spurred by improved access. Expansion continued in the early

1900s and during the interwar period, with growth extending to the west. Significant residential, commercial and

industrial development occurred during the post-war years, particularly in the areas closest to Adelaide, aided by

immigration. The population increased steadily during the 1970s and 1980s. The population was relatively stable

during the 1990s, and then increased slightly from 50,000 in 2001 to nearly 52,000 in 2006.

Land use

The City of West Torrens is predominantly a

residential area, with substantial commercial and

industrial areas and parklands. The City

encompasses a total land area of 36 square

kilometres.

Transport

The City is served by the Anzac Highway, the

Glenelg-Adelaide tramway and the Main South

railway line.

Major features

Major features of the City include the River

Torrens, River Torrens Linear Park, Adelaide Airport, Santos Stadium, ETSA Park Netball Stadium, Adelaide Shores

Golf Park, Richmond Oval, Australian National Rail Passenger Terminal and TAFE of SA (Marleston Campus).

Indigenous background

The original inhabitants of the West Torrens area were the Kaurna Aboriginal people.

Included areas

The City of West Torrens includes the suburbs of Adelaide Airport, Ashford, Brooklyn Park, Camden Park,

Cowandilla, Fulham, Glandore (part), Glenelg North (part), Hilton, Keswick (part), Kurralta Park, Lockleys, Marleston,

Mile End, Mile End South, Netley, North Plympton, Novar Gardens, Plympton, Richmond, Thebarton, Torrensville,

Underdale, West Beach (part) and West Richmond.

Land use

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The Age Structure of the City of West Torrens provides key insights into the level of demand for age based services

and facilities such as child care. It is also an indicator of the City of West Torrens's residential role and function and

how it is likely to change in the future.

Five year age groups present a classic age profile of the population. Each age group covers exactly five years, which

enables direct comparison between each group.

To get a more complete picture the City of West Torrens's Age Structure should be viewed in conjunction with

Household Types and Dwelling Types.

Five year age groups

Age structure - Five year age groups

City of West Torrens 2011 2006 Change

Five year age groups(years) Number %

GreaterAdelaide Number %

GreaterAdelaide 2006 to 2011

0 to 4 2,992 5.4 6.0 2,597 5.0 5.7 +395

5 to 9 2,506 4.6 5.7 2,484 4.8 6.0 +22

10 to 14 2,560 4.7 6.0 2,455 4.7 6.4 +105

15 to 19 2,961 5.4 6.6 2,931 5.6 6.8 +30

20 to 24 4,825 8.8 7.1 4,413 8.5 7.1 +412

25 to 29 4,825 8.8 7.0 4,090 7.8 6.2 +735

30 to 34 4,298 7.8 6.4 3,883 7.4 6.6 +415

35 to 39 3,915 7.1 6.7 3,966 7.6 7.2 -51

40 to 44 3,809 6.9 7.1 3,675 7.0 7.4 +134

45 to 49 3,615 6.6 7.1 3,445 6.6 7.4 +170

50 to 54 3,370 6.1 6.9 2,990 5.7 6.8 +380

55 to 59 2,792 5.1 6.2 2,674 5.1 6.5 +118

60 to 64 2,571 4.7 5.8 2,390 4.6 4.9 +181

65 to 69 2,215 4.0 4.4 2,198 4.2 3.9 +17

70 to 74 2,081 3.8 3.4 2,202 4.2 3.3 -121

75 to 79 1,957 3.6 2.8 2,266 4.3 3.2 -309

80 to 84 1,792 3.3 2.4 1,906 3.7 2.6 -114

85 and over 1,877 3.4 2.4 1,594 3.1 2.1 +283

Total 54,961 100.0 100.0 52,159 100.0 100.0 +2,802

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Five year age structure, 2011

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Change in five year age structure, 2006 to 2011

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Dominant groups

Analysis of the five year age groups of the City of West Torrens in 2011 compared to Greater Adelaide shows that

there was a lower proportion of people in the younger age groups (under 15) and a higher proportion of people in the

older age groups (65+).

Overall, 14.7% of the population was aged between 0 and 15, and 18.1% were aged 65 years and over, compared

with 17.7% and 15.5% respectively for Greater Adelaide.

The major differences between the age structure of the City of West Torrens and Greater Adelaide were:

A larger percentage of persons aged 25 to 29 (8.8% compared to 7.0%)



A larger percentage of persons aged 85 and over (3.4% compared to 2.4%)

Emerging groups

From 2006 to 2011, City of West Torrens's population increased by 2,802 people (5.4%). This represents an average

annual population change of 1.05% per year over the period.

The largest changes in age structure in this area between 2006 and 2011 were in the age groups:

25 to 29 (+735 persons)

30 to 34 (+415 persons)

20 to 24 (+412 persons)

0 to 4 (+395 persons)

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Ancestry defines the cultural association and ethnic background of an individual going back three generations.

Ancestry is a good measure of the total size of cultural groups in the City of West Torrens regardless of where they

were born or what language they speak.

Ancestry data, should be combined with data on Birthplace, Language Spoken at Home and Religion for a more

complete picture of the City of West Torrens's ethnic characteristics.

Ancestry

Ancestry - ranked by size


Ancestry Number %Greater

Adelaide Number %Greater

Adelaide 2006 to 2011

English 15,319 27.9 37.3 14,032 26.9 35.5 +1,287

Australian 14,577 26.5 32.3 16,130 30.9 36.2 -1,553

Italian 5,084 9.3 6.9 4,928 9.5 6.9 +156

Greek 5,078 9.2 2.8 5,246 10.1 3.0 -168

Irish 4,212 7.7 7.6 3,971 7.6 7.2 +241

Scottish 3,675 6.7 7.8 3,291 6.3 7.3 +384

German 3,250 5.9 6.8 3,103 6.0 6.7 +147

Chinese 2,807 5.1 2.9 1,917 3.7 2.1 +890

Indian 1,847 3.4 1.6 511 1.0 0.7 +1,336

Polish 695 1.3 1.3 677 1.3 1.4 +18

Excludes ancestries with fewer than 20 responses, or less than 0.1% of the total population.

Ancestry - totals


Ancestry totals Number %Greater



Not stated 3,074 5.6 5.4 3,399 6.5 6.3 -325

Total People 54,961 100.0 100.0 52,148 100.0 100.0 +2,813

Total responses 69,755 -- -- 65,583 -- -- +4,172


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Change in ancestry, 2006 to 2011


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Dominant groups

Analysis of the ancestry responses of the population in City of West Torrens in 2011 shows that the top five

ancestries nominated were:

English (15,319 people or 27.9%)

Australian (14,577 people or 26.5%)

Italian (5,084 people or 9.3%)

Greek (5,078 people or 9.2%)

Irish (4,212 people or 7.7%)

In combination these five ancestries account for 44,270 responses in total, or 80.55% of all responses.

The major differences between the ancestries of the population in the City of West Torrens and Greater Adelaide

were:

A larger percentage of people with Greek ancestry (9.2% compared to 2.8%)

A larger percentage of people with Italian ancestry (9.3% compared to 6.9%)

A larger percentage of people with Chinese ancestry (5.1% compared to 2.9%)

A larger percentage of people with Indian ancestry (3.4% compared to 1.6%)

Emerging groups

The largest changes in the reported ancestries of the population in this area between 2006 and 2011 were:

Australian (-1,553 persons)

Indian (+1,336 persons)

English (+1,287 persons)

Chinese (+890 persons)

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Country of Birth data identifies where people were born and is indicative of the level of cultural diversity in the City of

West Torrens. The mix of Country of Birth groups is also indicative of historical settlement patterns, as source

countries for Australia's immigration program have varied significantly over time.

To get a more complete picture of cultural and ethnic characteristics, the City of West Torrens's Country of Birth data

should be viewed together with Ancestry, Language Spoken at Home and Religion.

Birthplace

Birthplace - ranked by size


Country of birth Number %Greater



United Kingdom 2,333 4.2 8.3 2,372 4.5 8.8 -39

India 1,833 3.3 1.4 437 0.8 0.5 +1,396

Greece 1,580 2.9 0.7 1,733 3.3 0.8 -153

China 1,512 2.8 1.3 857 1.6 0.7 +655

Italy 1,341 2.4 1.6 1,510 2.9 1.8 -169

Philippines 502 0.9 0.6 367 0.7 0.4 +135

Malaysia 422 0.8 0.5 316 0.6 0.4 +106

New Zealand 394 0.7 0.8 357 0.7 0.8 +37

Vietnam 340 0.6 1.0 299 0.6 0.9 +41

Germany 292 0.5 0.8 322 0.6 0.9 -30

Excludes countries with fewer than 20 people, or less than 0.1% of the total population.

Birthplace - summary


Birthplace Number %Greater



Total Overseas born 16,102 29.3 25.3 13,405 25.7 23.3 +2,697

Non-English speaking

backgrounds

12,889 23.5 15.1 10,286 19.7 12.8 +2,603

Main English speaking

countries

3,213 5.8 10.2 3,119 6.0 10.5 +94

Australia 36,385 66.2 70.2 35,756 68.5 71.1 +629

Not Stated 2,474 4.5 4.5 3,001 5.8 5.6 -527

Total Population 54,961 100.0 100.0 52,162 100.0 100.0 +2,799


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Change in country of birth, 2006 to 2011


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Dominant groups

Analysis of the country of birth of the population in the City of West Torrens in 2011 compared to Greater Adelaide

shows that there was a larger proportion of people born overseas, as well as a larger proportion of people from a

non-English speaking background.

Overall, 29.3% of the population was born overseas, and 23.5% were from a non-English speaking background,

compared with 25.3% and 15.1% respectively for Greater Adelaide.

The largest non-English speaking country of birth in the City of West Torrens was India, where 3.3% of the

population, or 1,833 people, were born.

The major differences between the countries of birth of the population in the City of West Torrens and Greater

Adelaide were:

A larger percentage of people born in Greece (2.9% compared to 0.7%)

A larger percentage of people born in India (3.3% compared to 1.4%)

A larger percentage of people born in China (2.8% compared to 1.3%)

A smaller percentage of people born in United Kingdom (4.2% compared to 8.3%)

Emerging groups

Between 2006 and 2011, the number of people born overseas increased by 2,697 or 20.1%, and the number of

people from a non-English speaking background increased by 2,603 or 25.3%.

The largest changes in birthplace countries of the population in this area between 2006 and 2011 were for those

born in:

India (+1,396 persons)

China (+655 persons)

Italy (-169 persons)

Greece (-153 persons)

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The Year of Arrival data records when the overseas born population arrived in Australia. The data shows the degree

to which areas are 'ports' for new overseas migrants and reveals the role of the City of West Torrens in housing the

overseas-born. The number of recent arrivals in an area is often determined by housing affordability, employment

opportunities and pre-existing communities located in the area.

The City of West Torrens's Year of Arrival data, when used with Birthplace, Religion and Language Spoken at Home

data, is a good indicator of the likely need for services in migrant communities.

Year of arrival in Australia

Year of arrival in Australia

City of West Torrens 2011

Year of arrival in Australia Number %Greater

Adelaide

2006 to 9 Aug 2011 5,434 33.6 23.1

2001 to 2005 1,422 8.8 8.3

1991 to 2000 (10 year period) 1,430 8.8 9.5

1981 to 1990 (10 year period) 1,280 7.9 10.8

1971 to 1980 (10 year period) 1,067 6.6 10.4

1961 to 1970 (10 year period) 2,175 13.5 18.4

Arrived in 1960 or earlier 2,667 16.5 15.0

Not stated 684 4.2 4.5

Total 16,159 100.0 100.0


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Dominant groups

Analysis of the year of arrival for the overseas born population of the City of West Torrens in 2011 compared to

Greater Adelaide shows that there was a smaller proportion of people who arrived before 2001, and a larger

proportion of recent arrivals (those who arrived between 2006 and 2011).

Overall, 53.3% of the overseas born population arrived before 2001, and 33.6% arrived during or after 2006,


The major differences between the year of arrival data of the City of West Torrens and Greater Adelaide were:

A larger percentage of arrivals between 2006 and 9 Aug 2011 (33.6% compared to 23.1%)

A larger percentage of arrivals between in 1960 or earlier (16.5% compared to 15.0%)

A smaller percentage of arrivals between 1961 and 1970 (13.5% compared to 18.4%)

A smaller percentage of arrivals between 1971 and 1980 (6.6% compared to 10.4%)

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Proficiency in English measures the self-assessed proficiency in spoken English of people who speak a language

other than English at home. The data, when viewed with other ethnic and cultural indicators, such as Ancestry,

Country of Birth, Language Spoken at Home and Religion, reflects the City of West Torrens's ethnic composition and

how long the overseas born have been in Australia. This helps service providers determine whether they need to

communicate with the local population in languages other than English.

Proficiency in English

Proficiency in English


English proficiency Number %Greater



Speaks English only 36,737 66.8 78.8 36,551 70.1 81.0 +186

Speaks another language,

and English well or very well

13,415 24.4 14.4 10,742 20.6 12.1 +2,673

Speaks another language,

and English not well or not

at all

2,611 4.8 3.0 2,519 4.8 2.6 +92

Not Stated 2,198 4.0 3.7 2,345 4.5 4.3 -147

Total population 54,961 100.0 100.0 52,157 100.0 100.0 +2,804


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Dominant groups

Analysis of the proficiency in English data for the City of West Torrens in 2011 compared to Greater Adelaide shows

that there was a lower proportion of persons who spoke English only, and a higher proportion of persons who spoke

another language and English not well or not at all.

Overall, 66.8% of persons spoke English only, and 4.8% spoke another language and English not well or not at all,


Emerging groups

The most significant changes in the proficiency in English of the population in this area between 2006 and 2011 were

in those speaking:

Speaks another language, and English well or very well (+2,673 persons)

Speaks English only (+186 persons)

Speaks another language, and English not well or not at all (+92 persons)

Change in proficiency in English, 2006 to 2011


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The City of West Torrens's language statistics show the proportion of the population who speak a language at home

other than English. They indicate how culturally diverse a population is and the degree to which different ethnic

groups and nationalities are retaining their language.

The City of West Torrens's language statistics should be analysed in conjunction with Country of Birth and Proficiency

in English to assist in identifying specific cultural and ethnic groups in the area and the services required by the

multicultural community.

Language spoken at home

Language spoken at home - ranked by size


Language (excludesEnglish) Number %



Greek 4,102 7.5 1.9 4,257 8.2 2.1 -155

Italian 2,217 4.0 2.6 2,455 4.7 2.9 -238

Mandarin 1,493 2.7 1.3 882 1.7 0.7 +611

Cantonese 681 1.2 0.7 615 1.2 0.7 +66

Arabic 581 1.1 0.6 364 0.7 0.5 +217

Punjabi 555 1.0 0.3 42 0.1 0.1 +513

Hindi 442 0.8 0.3 116 0.2 0.2 +326

Filipino/Tagalog 384 0.7 0.5 288 0.6 0.3 +96

Persian/Dari 341 0.6 0.5 294 0.6 0.3 +47

Vietnamese 324 0.6 1.3 265 0.5 1.2 +59

Excludes languages with fewer than 20 people speaking them at home, or less than 0.1% of the total population.

Language - summary


Language summary Number %Greater



Speaks English only 36,736 66.8 78.8 36,553 70.1 81.0 +183

Non-English total 15,996 29.1 17.3 13,333 25.6 14.7 +2,663

Not stated 2,229 4.1 3.9 2,276 4.4 4.3 -47



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Dominant groups

Analysis of the language spoken at home by the population of the City of West Torrens in 2011 compared to Greater

Adelaide shows that there was a smaller proportion of people who spoke English only, and a larger proportion of

those speaking a non-English language (either exclusively, or in addition to English).

Overall, 66.8% of the population spoke English only, and 29.1% spoke a non-English language, compared with 78.8%

and 17.3% respectively for Greater Adelaide.

The dominant language spoken at home, other than English, in the City of West Torrens was Greek, with 7.5% of the

population, or 4,102 people speaking this language at home.

The major differences between the languages spoken at home for the population of the City of West Torrens and

Greater Adelaide in 2011 were:

A larger percentage speaking Greek at home (7.5% compared to 1.9%)

A larger percentage speaking Italian at home (4.0% compared to 2.6%)

A larger percentage speaking Mandarin at home (2.7% compared to 1.3%)

Emerging groups

Between 2006 and 2011, the number of people who spoke a language other than English at home increased by

2,663 or 20.0%, and the number of people who spoke English only increased by 183 or 0.5%.

The largest changes in the spoken languages of the population in the City of West Torrens between 2006 and 2011

were for those speaking:

Mandarin (+611 persons)

Punjabi (+513 persons)

Hindi (+326 persons)

Italian (-238 persons)

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The City of West Torrens's religion statistics provide an indicator of cultural identity and ethnicity when observed in

conjunction with other key variables. Religion data reveal the major concentrations of religions as well as revealing

the proportion of people with no religious affiliation. There are a number of reasons for different religious

compositions across areas including the country of birth and ethnic background of the population, the age of the

population (belief in religion is generally stronger, the older the population) and changes in values and belief

systems.

The City of West Torrens's religion statistics should be analysed in conjunction with other ethnicity statistics such as

Country of Birth data and Language Spoken data to assist in identifying specific cultural and ethnic groups.

Religion

Religions - ranked by size


Religion Number %Greater



Western (Roman) Catholic 13,424 24.4 21.3 13,326 25.5 21.7 +98

Greek Orthodox 5,247 9.5 2.8 5,390 10.3 2.9 -143

Anglican 4,830 8.8 12.6 5,557 10.7 14.0 -727

Uniting Church 3,560 6.5 7.6 4,051 7.8 8.6 -491

Lutheran 1,505 2.7 3.1 1,653 3.2 3.3 -148

Islam 1,418 2.6 1.5 899 1.7 0.8 +519

Buddhism 1,288 2.3 2.2 913 1.8 1.9 +375

Hinduism 1,132 2.1 1.1 298 0.6 0.4 +834

Christian,nfd 913 1.7 2.4 676 1.3 1.6 +237

Baptist 737 1.3 1.8 745 1.4 1.9 -8

Excludes religions with fewer than 20 adherents, or less than 0.1% of the total population.

Religions - summary


Religion totals Number %Greater



Christian total 32,460 59.1 56.7 33,879 65.0 59.5 -1,419

Non Christian total 4,825 8.8 5.8 2,528 4.8 3.9 +2,297

Non-classifiable religious

belief

510 0.9 0.9 499 1.0 0.7 +11

No religion 13,090 23.8 28.1 10,188 19.5 24.2 +2,902

Not stated 4,076 7.4 8.5 5,064 9.7 11.7 -988



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Change in religion, 2006 to 2011


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Dominant groups

Analysis of the religious affiliation of the population of the City of West Torrens in 2011 compared to Greater Adelaide

shows that there was a higher proportion of people who professed a religion and a lower proportion who stated they

had no religion.

Overall, 67.8% of the population nominated a religion, and 23.8% said they had no religion, compared with 62.5%

and 28.1% respectively for Greater Adelaide.

The largest single religion in the City of West Torrens was Western (Roman) Catholic, with 24.4% of the population or

13,424 people as adherents.

The major differences between the religious affiliation for the population of the City of West Torrens and Greater

Adelaide were:

A larger percentage who nominated Greek Orthodox (9.5% compared to 2.8%)

A larger percentage who nominated Western (Roman) Catholic (24.4% compared to 21.3%)

A larger percentage who nominated Islam (2.6% compared to 1.5%)

A smaller percentage who nominated Anglican (8.8% compared to 12.6%)

Emerging groups

The largest changes in the religious affiliation of the population in the City of West Torrens between 2006 and 2011

were for those who nominated:

Hinduism (+834 persons)

Anglican (-727 persons)

Sikhism (+639 persons)

Islam (+519 persons)

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Educational Qualifications relate to education outside of primary and secondary school and are one of the most

important indicators of socio-economic status. With other data sources, such as Employment Status, Income and

Occupation, the City of West Torrens's Educational Qualifications help to evaluate the economic opportunities and

socio-economic status of the area and identify skill gaps in the labour market.

Qualifications

Highest qualification achieved


Qualification level Number %Greater



Bachelor or Higher degree 9,929 21.2 18.2 7,102 15.9 14.8 +2,827

Advanced Diploma or

Diploma

3,777 8.1 7.8 3,037 6.8 6.9 +740

Vocational 7,570 16.1 18.1 7,106 15.9 17.0 +464

No qualification 20,960 44.7 46.3 22,028 49.4 50.0 -1,068

Not stated 4,650 9.9 9.6 5,350 12.0 11.3 -700

Total persons aged 15+ 46,886 100.0 100.0 44,623 100.0 100.0 +2,263


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Dominant groups

Analysis of the qualifications of the population in the City of West Torrens in 2011 compared to Greater Adelaide

shows that there was a higher proportion of people holding formal qualifications (Bachelor or higher degree;

Advanced Diploma or Diploma; or Vocational qualifications), and a lower proportion of people with no formal

qualifications.

Overall, 45.4% of the population aged 15 and over held educational qualifications, and 44.7% had no qualifications,


The major differences between qualifications held by the population of the City of West Torrens and Greater Adelaide

were:

A larger percentage of persons with Bachelor or Higher degrees (21.2% compared to 18.2%)

A smaller percentage of persons with Vocational qualifications (16.1% compared to 18.1%)

A smaller percentage of persons with No qualifications (44.7% compared to 46.3%)

Emerging groups

The largest changes in the qualifications of the population in the City of West Torrens between 2006 and 2011 were

in those with:

Bachelor or Higher degrees (+2,827 persons)

No qualifications (-1,068 persons)

Advanced Diploma or Diplomas (+740 persons)

Vocational qualifications (+464 persons)

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The City of West Torrens's school completion data is a useful indicator of socio-economic status. With other

indicators, such as Proficiency in English, the data informs planners and decision-makers about people's ability to

access services. Combined with Educational Qualifications it also allows assessment of the skill base of the

population.

Highest level of schooling

Highest level of secondary schooling completed


Level of schooling Number %Greater



Year 8 or below 3,401 7.3 6.0 4,187 9.4 7.3 -786

Year 9 or equivalent 2,034 4.3 5.4 2,290 5.1 5.9 -256



Year 12 or equivalent 24,248 51.7 47.1 19,818 44.4 41.7 +4,430

Did not go to school 573 1.2 0.9 563 1.3 0.9 +10

Not stated 3,557 7.6 7.2 3,990 8.9 8.3 -433



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Dominant groups

Analysis of the highest level of schooling attained by the population in the City of West Torrens in 2011 compared to

Greater Adelaide shows that there was a lower proportion of people who had left school at an early level (Year 10 or

less) and a higher proportion of people who completed Year 12 or equivalent.

Overall, 25.7% of the population left school at Year 10 or below, and 51.7% went on to complete Year 12 or

equivalent, compared with 28.2% and 47.1% respectively for Greater Adelaide.

The major differences between the level of schooling attained by the population in the City of West Torrens and

Greater Adelaide were:

A larger percentage of persons who completed year 12 or equivalent (51.7% compared to 47.1%)

A larger percentage of persons who completed year 8 or below (7.3% compared to 6.0%)

A smaller percentage of persons who completed year 10 or equivalent (12.9% compared to 16.0%)

A smaller percentage of persons who completed year 11 or equivalent (15.0% compared to 17.5%)

Emerging groups

The largest changes in the level of schooling attained by the population in the City of West Torrens, between 2006

and 2011 were:

Year 12 or equivalent (+4,430 persons)

Year 8 or below (-786 persons)

Year 10 or equivalent (-538 persons)

Year 9 or equivalent (-256 persons)

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The share of the City of West Torrens's population attending educational institutions reflects the age structure of the

population, which influences the number of children attending school; proximity to tertiary education, which can mean

young adults leaving home to be nearer to educational facilities and; the degree to which people are seeking out

educational opportunities in adulthood, especially in their late teens and early twenties.

This data is often combined with Age Structure to identify areas with significant university student populations.

Education institution attending

Education institute attending


Type of institute Number %Greater



Pre-school 639 1.2 1.3 524 1.0 1.2 +115

Primary school 3,722 6.8 8.4 3,662 7.0 8.9 +60

Primary - Government 2,026 3.7 5.1 1,980 3.8 5.7 +46

Primary - Catholic 1,202 2.2 1.8 1,133 2.2 1.8 +69

Primary - Independent 494 0.9 1.5 549 1.1 1.4 -55

Secondary school 2,576 4.7 5.7 2,366 4.5 5.8 +210

Secondary - Government 1,234 2.2 3.0 1,151 2.2 3.1 +83

Secondary - Catholic 784 1.4 1.3 684 1.3 1.3 +100

Secondary - Independent 558 1.0 1.4 531 1.0 1.4 +27

TAFE 1,395 2.5 2.3 1,258 2.4 2.2 +137

University 3,780 6.9 5.0 3,060 5.9 4.4 +720

Other 534 1.0 0.8 445 0.9 0.7 +89

Not attending 38,886 70.8 70.6 37,256 71.4 70.0 +1,630

Not stated 3,429 6.2 5.9 3,588 6.9 6.8 -159

Total 54,961 100.0 100.0 52,159 100.0 100.0 +2,802


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Dominant groups

Analysis of the share of the population attending educational institutions in the City of West Torrens in 2011

compared to Greater Adelaide shows that there was a lower proportion attending primary school, a lower proportion

attending secondary school, and a higher proportion engaged in tertiary level education.

Overall, 6.8% of the population were attending primary school, 4.7% of the population were attending secondary

institutions, and 9.4% were learning at a tertiary level, compared with 8.4%, 5.7% and 7.3% respectively for Greater

Adelaide.

The major differences between the share of the population attending learning institutions in the City of West Torrens

and Greater Adelaide were:

A larger percentage of persons attending University (6.9% compared to 5.0%)

A smaller percentage of persons attending a Government primary school (6.8% compared to 8.4%)

A smaller percentage of persons attending a Catholic primary school (3.7% compared to 5.1%)

A smaller percentage of persons attending a Government secondary school (4.7% compared to 5.7%)

Emerging groups

From 2006 to 2011, City of West Torrens's population aged 15 years and over increased by 2,802 people (+5.4%).

This represents an average annual change of 1.05% per year over the period.

The largest changes in the number of people attending education institutions in the City of West Torrens, between

2006 and 2011 were in those who nominated:

University (+720 persons)

Secondary school (+210 persons)

TAFE (+137 persons)

Pre-school (+115 persons)

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The City of West Torrens's disability statistics relate directly to need for assistance due to a severe or profound

disability. The information may be used in the planning of local facilities, services such as day-care and occasional

care and in the provision of information and support to carers. The City of West Torrens's disability statistics help in

understanding the prevalence of people who need support in the community, and along with information on Unpaid

Care to a person with a disability, how that support is provided.

Please note: A person's reported need for assistance is based on a subjective assessment and should therefore be

treated with caution. See the specific data notes for further detail.

Need for assistance

Need for assistance with core activities


Assistance needed by agegroup (years) Number

% of total agegroup

GreaterAdelaide Number

% of total agegroup


0 to 4 28 0.9 1.3 20 0.8 1.1 +8

5 to 9 53 2.1 3.3 49 2.0 2.8 +4

10 to 19 104 1.9 2.6 87 1.6 2.0 +17

20 to 59 683 2.2 2.7 673 2.3 2.5 +10

60 to 64 138 5.4 6.2 136 5.7 5.5 +2

65 to 69 155 7.0 7.0 127 5.8 6.1 +28

70 to 74 187 9.0 9.8 218 9.9 9.3 -31

75 to 79 335 17.1 16.5 355 15.7 15.6 -20

80 to 84 492 27.3 27.1 477 25.0 26.1 +15

85 and over 942 50.0 49.2 765 47.8 47.8 +177

Total persons needing

assistance

3,117 5.7 5.4 2,907 5.6 4.9 +210

Need for assistance with core activities


Assistance needed by agegroup (years) Number %



Total persons needing

assistance

3,117 5.7 5.4 2,907 5.6 4.9 +210

Total persons not needing

assistance

49,428 89.9 90.2 46,632 89.4 90.1 +2,796

Not stated 2,415 4.4 4.4 2,620 5.0 5.0 -205

Total population 54,960 100.0 100.0 52,159 100.0 100.0 +2,801


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Dominant groups

Analysis of the need for assistance of persons in the City of West Torrens compared to Greater Adelaide shows that

there was a similar proportion of persons who reported needing assistance with core activities.

Overall, 5.7% of the population reported needing assistance with core activities, compared with 5.4% for Greater

Adelaide.

The major difference in the age groups reporting a need for assistance in the City of West Torrens and Greater

Adelaide is:

A smaller percentage of persons aged 5 to 9 (2.1% compared to 3.3%)

Emerging groups

The major difference in the age groups reporting a need for assistance between 2006 and 2011 in the City of West

Torrens was in the age group:

85 and over (+177 persons)

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The City of West Torrens's employment statistics are an important indicator of socio-economic status. The levels of

full or part-time employment, unemployment and labour force participation indicate the strength of the local economy

and social characteristics of the population. Employment status is linked to a number of factors including Age

Structure, which influences the number of people in the workforce; the economic base and employment opportunities

available in the area and; the education and skill base of the population (Occupations, Industries, Qualifications).

Employment status

Employment status


Employment status Number %Greater



Employed 26,616 94.3 94.2 24,012 94.5 94.8 +2,604

Employed full-time 16,142 57.2 56.9 15,038 59.2 58.7 +1,104

Employed part-time 10,026 35.5 35.6 8,394 33.0 33.8 +1,632

Hours worked not stated 448 1.6 1.7 580 2.3 2.3 -132

Unemployed 1,612 5.7 5.8 1,393 5.5 5.2 +219

Looking for full-time work 884 3.1 3.4 855 3.4 3.2 +29

Looking for part-time work 728 2.6 2.4 538 2.1 2.0 +190

Total Labour Force 28,228 100.0 100.0 25,405 100.0 100.0 +2,823

Labour force status


Labour force status Number %Greater



Total Labour force 28,228 60.2 60.7 25,405 57.0 59.5 +2,823

Not in the labour force 16,369 34.9 35.0 16,805 37.7 35.5 -436

Labour force status not stated 2,288 4.9 4.3 2,394 5.4 5.1 -106



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Change in employment status, 2006 to 2011


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Dominant groups

The size of the City of West Torrens's labour force in 2011 was 28,228 persons, of which 10,026 were employed part-

time and 16,142 were full time workers.

Analysis of the employment status (as a percentage of the labour force) in the City of West Torrens in 2011

compared to Greater Adelaide shows that there was a similar proportion in employment, as well as a similar

proportion unemployed. Overall, 94.3% of the labour force was employed (56.8% of the population aged 15+), and

5.7% unemployed (3.4% of the population aged 15+), compared with 94.2% and 5.8% respectively for Greater

Adelaide.

The labour force participation rate refers to the proportion of the population over 15 years of age that was employed

or actively looking for work. "The labour force is a fundamental input to domestic production. Its size and composition

are therefore crucial factors in economic growth. From the viewpoint of social development, earnings from paid work

are a major influence on levels of economic well-being." (Australian Social Trends 1995).

Analysis of the labour force participation rate of the population in the City of West Torrens in 2011 shows that there

was a similar proportion in the labour force (60.2%) compared with Greater Adelaide (60.7%).

Emerging groups

Between 2006 and 2011, the number of people employed in the City of West Torrens showed an increase of 2,604

persons and the number unemployed showed an increase of 219 persons. In the same period, the number of people

in the labour force showed an increase of 2,823 persons, or 11.1%.

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The City of West Torrens’s industry statistics identify the industry sectors in which the residents work (which may bewithin the residing area or elsewhere). This will be influenced by the skill base and socio-economic status of the

residents as well as the industries and employment opportunities present in the region.

When viewed in conjunction with Residents Place of Work data and Method of Travel to Work, industry sector

statistics provide insights into the relationship between the economic and residential role of the area.

Industry sectors of employment

Industry sector of employment


Industry sector Number %Greater



Agriculture, Forestry and

Fishing

105 0.4 1.0 115 0.5 1.1 -10

Mining 216 0.8 0.8 116 0.5 0.6 +100

Manufacturing 2,209 8.3 10.4 2,558 10.7 12.8 -349

Electricity, Gas, Water and

Waste Services

394 1.5 1.4 271 1.1 1.1 +123

Construction 1,755 6.6 7.6 1,419 5.9 6.8 +336

Retail Trade 2,937 11.0 11.4 2,907 12.1 12.0 +30

Wholesale trade 1,010 3.8 3.6 1,034 4.3 3.9 -24

Accommodation and Food

Services

2,076 7.8 6.1 1,689 7.0 5.7 +387

Transport, Postal and

Warehousing

1,283 4.8 4.1 1,156 4.8 4.2 +127

Information Media and

Telecommunications

519 2.0 1.6 475 2.0 1.8 +44

Financial and Insurance

Services

1,085 4.1 3.4 1,085 4.5 3.7 0

Rental, Hiring and Real

Estate Services

388 1.5 1.4 402 1.7 1.5 -14

Professional, Scientific and

Technical Services

1,873 7.0 6.3 1,584 6.6 6.1 +289

Administrative and Support

Services

961 3.6 3.5 871 3.6 3.4 +90

Public Administration and

Safety

2,085 7.8 7.7 1,788 7.4 7.0 +297

Education and Training 2,067 7.8 8.2 1,792 7.5 7.8 +275

Health Care and Social

Assistance

3,613 13.6 14.2 2,843 11.8 13.2 +770

Arts and Recreation Services 483 1.8 1.4 419 1.7 1.3 +64

Other Services 1,087 4.1 4.0 991 4.1 3.9 +96

Inadequately described or

not stated

467 1.8 1.8 498 2.1 1.9 -31

Total employed persons

aged 15+

26,613 100.0 100.0 24,013 100.0 100.0 +2,600


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The City of West Torrens's occupation statistics quantify the occupations in which the residents work (which may be

within the residing area or elsewhere). This will be influenced by the economic base and employment opportunities

available in the area, education levels, and the working and social aspirations of the population. When viewed with

other indicators, such as Educational Qualifications and Individual Income, Occupation is a key measure for

evaluating the City of West Torrens's socio-economic status and skill base.

Occupations of employment

Occupation of employment


Occupation Number %Greater



Managers 2,843 10.7 11.1 2,596 10.8 11.5 +247

Professionals 6,100 22.9 21.6 5,146 21.4 20.4 +954

Technicians and Trades

Workers

3,521 13.2 14.0 3,288 13.7 14.2 +233

Community and Personal

Service Workers

2,906 10.9 10.7 2,252 9.4 9.6 +654

Clerical and Administrative

Workers

4,396 16.5 15.4 4,195 17.5 15.8 +201

Sales Workers 2,600 9.8 9.9 2,460 10.2 10.1 +140

Machinery Operators And

Drivers

1,395 5.2 5.8 1,340 5.6 6.0 +55

Labourers 2,390 9.0 9.9 2,365 9.8 11.0 +25

Inadequately described 461 1.7 1.6 371 1.5 1.5 +90


aged 15+

26,612 100.0 100.0 24,013 100.0 100.0 +2,599


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Dominant groups

An analysis of the jobs held by the resident population in City of West Torrens in 2011 shows the three most popular

occupations were:

Professionals (6,100 people or 22.9%)

Clerical and Administrative Workers (4,396 people or 16.5%)

Technicians and Trades Workers (3,521 people or 13.2%)

In combination these three occupations accounted for 14,017 people in total or 52.7% of the employed resident

population.

In comparison, Greater Adelaide employed 21.6% in Professionals; 15.4% in Clerical and Administrative Workers; and

14.0% in Technicians and Trades Workers.

The major differences between the jobs held by the population of the City of West Torrens and Greater Adelaide

were:

A larger percentage of persons employed as Professionals (22.9% compared to 21.6%)

A larger percentage of persons employed as Clerical and Administrative Workers (16.5% compared to 15.4%)

Emerging groups

The number of employed people in City of West Torrens increased by 2,599 between 2006 and 2011.

The largest changes in the occupations of residents between 2006 and 2011 in the City of West Torrens were for

those employed as:

Professionals (+954 persons)

Community and Personal Service Workers (+654 persons)

Managers (+247 persons)

Technicians and Trades Workers (+233 persons)

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The City of West Torrens's commuting statistics reveal the main modes of transport by which residents get to work.

There are a number of reasons why people use different modes of transport to get to work including the availability of

affordable and effective public transport options, the number of motor vehicles available within a household, and the

distance travelled to work.

Commuting data is very useful in transport planning as it informs decision-makers about the availability, effectiveness

and utilisation of local transport options, particularly when analysed with Residents Place of Work data and Car

Ownership.

Method of travel to work

Method of travel to work


Main method of travel Number %Greater



Train 113 0.4 2.1 87 0.4 2.1 +26

Bus 2,736 10.4 5.9 2,308 9.7 5.8 +428

Tram or Ferry 255 1.0 0.4 127 0.5 0.2 +128

Taxi 120 0.5 0.2 86 0.4 0.2 +34

Car - as driver 15,738 59.7 64.4 14,261 60.1 63.4 +1,477

Car - as passenger 1,424 5.4 5.2 1,253 5.3 5.5 +171

Truck 134 0.5 0.7 142 0.6 0.8 -8

Motorbike 222 0.8 0.6 164 0.7 0.6 +58

Bicycle 557 2.1 1.1 547 2.3 1.2 +10

Walked only 717 2.7 2.4 768 3.2 2.6 -51

Other 347 1.3 1.3 219 0.9 1.0 +128

Worked at home 709 2.7 3.2 626 2.6 3.2 +83

Did not go to work 2,932 11.1 11.2 2,754 11.6 11.6 +178

Not stated 355 1.3 1.3 406 1.7 1.6 -51


aged 15+

26,359 100.0 100.0 23,748 100.0 100.0 +2,611


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Dominant groups

In 2011, there were 3,104 people who caught public transport to work (train, bus, tram or ferry) in City of West

Torrens, compared with 17,518 who drove in private vehicles (car – as driver, car – as passenger, motorbike, ortruck).

Analysis of the method of travel to work of the residents in the City of West Torrens in 2011 compared to Greater

Adelaide shows that 11.8% used public transport, while 66.5% used a private vehicle, compared with 8.3% and 70.9%

respectively in Greater Adelaide.

The major differences between the method of travel to work of the City of West Torrens and Greater Adelaide were:

A larger percentage of persons who travelled by bus (10.4% compared to 5.9%)

A smaller percentage of persons who travelled by car (as driver) (59.7% compared to 64.4%)

A smaller percentage of persons who travelled by train (0.4% compared to 2.1%)

Emerging groups

The number of employed people in City of West Torrens increased by 2,611 between 2006 and 2011.

The largest changes in the method of travel to work by resident population in the City of West Torrens between 2006

and 2011 were for those nominated:

Car - as driver (+1,477 persons)

Bus (+428 persons)

Did not go to work (+178 persons)

Car - as passenger (+171 persons)

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The voluntary work sector is an important part of Australia's economy. The level of volunteering can indicate the

cohesiveness of the community and how readily individuals are able to contribute to that community. Factors

impacting on the level of volunteering in the City of West Torrens include the Age Structure of the population, the

level of Proficiency in English, Income and Education levels.

Volunteer work

Voluntary work


Volunteer status Number %Greater



Volunteer 7,522 16.0 17.7 7,277 16.3 18.1 +245

Not a volunteer 36,105 77.0 75.7 33,819 75.8 74.2 +2,286

Volunteer work not stated 3,256 6.9 6.6 3,509 7.9 7.7 -253



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Dominant groups

Analysis of the voluntary work performed by the population in the City of West Torrens in 2011 compared to Greater

Adelaide shows that there was a lower proportion of persons who volunteered for an organisation or group.

Overall, 16.0% of the population reported performing voluntary work, compared with 17.7% for Greater Adelaide.

Emerging groups

The number of volunteers in City of West Torrens increased by 245 people between 2006 and 2011.

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The proportion of people providing unpaid care for the aged and disabled in the City of West Torrens can be an

important indicator of the level of demand for aged care services and facilities by local and state governments. An

increasing proportion of carers among the population may indicate inadequate aged care provision, or the need for

in-home support, or support for the carers themselves. The level of care provided by individuals is likely to be

affected by Household Income, Age Structure and the ethnic makeup of the community (Language Spoken), as well

as the sense of community cohesiveness.

Unpaid care

Unpaid care


Assistance to a person witha disability, long termillness or old age Number %



Provided unpaid assistance 5,205 11.1 11.8 4,739 10.6 11.0 +466

No unpaid assistance

provided

38,160 81.4 81.2 36,056 80.8 80.7 +2,104

Not stated 3,519 7.5 7.0 3,808 8.5 8.3 -289



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Dominant groups

Analysis of the unpaid care provided by the population in the City of West Torrens in 2011 compared to Greater

Adelaide shows that there was a lower proportion of persons who provided unpaid care either to family members or

others.

Overall, 11.1% of the population provided unpaid care, compared with 11.8% for Greater Adelaide.

Emerging groups

The number of people who provided unpaid assistance to a person with a disability, long term illness or old age in the

City of West Torrens increased by 466 people between 2006 and 2011.

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Individual Income statistics are an indicator of socio-economic status. With other data sources, such as Household

Income, Educational Qualifications and Occupation, they help tell the story of the economic opportunities and socio-

economic status of the City of West Torrens. The amount of income an individual receives is linked to a number of

factors including employment status, age (as for instance students and retirees often receive a lower income),

qualifications and type of employment.

The incomes presented on this page are for the latest Census year only. For comparison of incomes over time, go to

Individual Income Quartiles.

Individual income

Weekly individual gross income


Weekly income Number %Greater

Adelaide

Negative Income/ Nil income 3,517 7.5 7.3

$1-$199 3,386 7.2 7.9

$200-$299 5,302 11.3 11.3

$300-$399 5,277 11.3 10.9

$400-$599 6,049 12.9 12.3

$600-$799 5,269 11.2 11.1

$800-$999 4,373 9.3 9.0

$1000-$1249 3,871 8.3 8.2

$1250-$1499 2,495 5.3 5.4

$1500-$1999 2,697 5.8 5.8

$2000 or more 1,594 3.4 4.4

Not stated 3,054 6.5 6.3

Total persons aged 15+ 46,884 100.0 100.0


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Dominant groups

Analysis of individual income levels in the City of West Torrens in 2011 compared to Greater Adelaide shows that

there was a lower proportion of persons earning a high income (those earning $1,500 per week or more) and a

similar proportion of low income persons (those earning less than $400 per week).

Overall, 9.2% of the population earned a high income, and 37.3% earned a low income, compared with 10.2% and

37.3% respectively for Greater Adelaide.

The major difference between the City of West Torrens's individual incomes and Greater Adelaide's individual

incomes is:

A smaller percentage of persons who earned $2000 or more (3.4% compared to 4.4%)

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Households form the common 'economic unit' in our society. The City of West Torrens's Household Income is one of

the most important indicators of socio-economic status. With other data sources, such as Educational Qualifications

and Occupation, it helps to reveal the economic opportunities and socio-economic status of the City of West Torrens.

It is important to note that income data is not necessarily a measure of wealth. For example, if an area has a large

number of retirees this will produce a higher proportion of households with low income but the retirees may have large

capital wealth. For this reason, household income should be viewed in conjunction with Age and Household

Composition.

The incomes presented on this page are for the latest Census year only. For comparison of incomes over time, go to

Household Income Quartiles.

Household income

Weekly household income


Weekly income Number %Greater

Adelaide

Negative Income/Nil Income 365 1.6 1.2

$1-$199 392 1.7 1.6

$200-$299 828 3.6 3.1

$300-$399 1,945 8.4 7.4

$400-$599 2,535 10.9 10.3

$600-$799 2,300 9.9 9.4

$800-$999 2,087 9.0 8.6

$1000-$1249 2,003 8.6 8.5

$1250-$1499 1,742 7.5 7.5

$1500-$1999 2,487 10.7 11.3

$2000-$2499 1,848 8.0 8.1

$2500-$2999 1,170 5.0 6.1

$3000-$3499 771 3.3 3.7

$3500-$3999 306 1.3 1.6

$4000-$4999 228 1.0 1.2

$5000 or more 127 0.5 0.9

Not stated 2,088 9.0 9.4

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Dominant groups

Analysis of household income levels in the City of West Torrens in 2011 compared to Greater Adelaide shows that

there was a smaller proportion of high income households (those earning $2,500 per week or more) and a higher

proportion of low income households (those earning less than $600 per week).

Overall, 11.2% of the households earned a high income, and 26.1% were low income households, compared with

13.5% and 23.7% respectively for Greater Adelaide.

The major difference between the household incomes of the City of West Torrens and Greater Adelaide is:

A smaller percentage of households who earned $2500-$2999 (5.0% compared to 6.1%)

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The City of West Torrens's household and family structure is one of the most important demographic indicators. It

reveals the area's residential role and function, era of settlement and provides key insights into the level of demand

for services and facilities as most are related to age and household types.

To continue building the story, the City of West Torrens's Household Summary should be viewed in conjunction with

Households with Children, Households without Children, Household Size, Age Structure and Dwelling Type.

Households summary

Household types


Households by type Number %Greater



Couples with children 5,540 23.2 28.5 4,990 21.4 28.6 +550

Couples without children 5,760 24.2 25.5 5,577 24.0 25.2 +183

One parent families 2,087 8.8 11.0 2,146 9.2 11.1 -59

Other families 452 1.9 1.2 431 1.9 1.2 +21

Group household 1,518 6.4 3.8 1,370 5.9 3.4 +148

Lone person 7,658 32.1 26.7 7,864 33.8 26.7 -206

Other not classifiable

household

609 2.6 2.5 702 3.0 3.0 -93

Visitor only households 210 0.9 0.8 192 0.8 0.8 +18

Total households 23,834 100.0 100.0 23,272 100.0 100.0 +562


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Dominant groups

Analysis of the household/family types in the City of West Torrens in 2011 compared to Greater Adelaide shows that

there was a lower proportion of couple families with child(ren) as well as a lower proportion of one-parent families.

Overall, 23.2% of total families were couple families with child(ren), and 8.8% were one-parent families, compared with

28.5% and 11.0% respectively for Greater Adelaide.

There were a higher proportion of lone person households and a lower proportion of couples without children.

Overall, the proportion of lone person households was 32.1% compared to 26.7% in Greater Adelaide while the

proportion of couples without children was 24.2% compared to 25.5% in Greater Adelaide.

Emerging groups

The number of households in City of West Torrens increased by 562 between 2006 and 2011.

The largest changes in family/household types in the City of West Torrens between 2006 and 2011 were:

Couples with children (+550 households)

Lone person (-206 households)

Couples without children (+183 households)

Group household (+148 households)

Change in household types, 2006 to 2011


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The size of households in general follows the life-cycle of families. Households are usually small at the stage of

relationship formation (early marriage), and then increase in size with the advent of children. They later reduce in size

again as these children reach adulthood and leave home. Household size can also be influenced by a lack (or

abundance) of affordable housing. Overseas migrants and indigenous persons often have a tradition of living with

extended family members which significantly affects household size.

Household size in Australia has declined since the 1970s but between 2006 and 2011, the average household size

remained stable for the nation as a whole.

An increasing household size in an area may indicate a lack of affordable housing opportunities for young people, an

increase in the birth rate or an increase in family formation in the area. A declining household size may indicate

children leaving the area when they leave home, an increase in retirees settling in the area, or an attraction of young

singles and couples to the area.

For greater insight, the City of West Torrens's Household Size data should be viewed in conjunction with Household

Summary, Age Structure, Dwelling Type, Household Income and Language Spoken at Home.

Household size

Household size


Number of persons usuallyresident Number %



1 person 7,649 33.2 27.6 7,871 35.2 27.8 -222

2 persons 7,771 33.8 34.4 7,824 35.0 34.6 -53

3 persons 3,400 14.8 15.6 3,003 13.4 15.4 +397

4 persons 2,895 12.6 14.9 2,487 11.1 14.8 +408

5 persons 934 4.1 5.4 887 4.0 5.4 +47

6 or more persons 364 1.6 2.2 310 1.4 2.0 +54

Total classifiable households 23,013 100.0 100.0 22,382 100.0 100.0 +631


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Household size, 2011


Change in household size, 2006 to 2011


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Dominant groups

Analysis of the number of persons usually resident in a household in the City of West Torrens compared with Greater

Adelaide shows that there were a higher proportion of lone person households, and a lower proportion of larger

households (those with 4 persons or more). Overall there were 33.2% of lone person households, and 18.2% of

larger households, compared with 27.6% and 22.5% respectively for Greater Adelaide.

The major differences in the household size for the City of West Torrens and Greater Adelaide were:

A larger percentage of households with 1 person usually resident (33.2% compared to 27.6%)

A smaller percentage of households with 4 persons usually resident (12.6% compared to 14.9%)

A smaller percentage of households with 5 persons usually resident (4.1% compared to 5.4%)

Emerging groups

The number of households in City of West Torrens increased by 631 between 2006 and 2011.

The largest changes in the number of persons usually resident in a household in the City of West Torrens between

2006 and 2011 were:

4 persons (+408 households)

3 persons (+397 households)

1 person (-222 households)

6 or more persons (+54 households)

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Dwelling Type is an important determinant of the City of West Torrens's residential role and function. A greater

concentration of higher density dwellings is likely to attract more young adults and smaller households, often renting.

Larger, detached or separate dwellings are more likely to attract families and prospective families. The residential

built form often reflects market opportunities or planning policy, such as building denser forms of housing around

public transport nodes or employment centres.

Dwelling Type statistics should be viewed in conjunction with Household size, Household Types, Housing Tenure and

Age Structure for a more complete picture of the housing market in the City of West Torrens.

Dwelling type

Dwelling structure


Dwelling type Number %Greater



Separate house 16,600 64.0 75.8 16,176 64.3 76.2 +424

Medium density 8,507 32.8 21.8 7,986 31.7 21.5 +521

High density 798 3.1 2.0 931 3.7 1.8 -133

Caravans, cabin, houseboat 3 0.0 0.2 29 0.1 0.3 -26

Other 20 0.1 0.1 42 0.2 0.2 -22

Not stated 12 0.0 0.0 0 0.0 0.1 +12

Total Private Dwellings 25,940 100.0 100.0 25,164 100.0 100.0 +776

Dwelling type


Dwelling type Number %Greater



Occupied private dwellings 23,834 91.8 92.0 23,274 92.3 93.0 +560

Unoccupied private

dwellings

2,104 8.1 7.8 1,888 7.5 6.9 +216

Non private dwellings 32 0.1 0.1 59 0.2 0.2 -27

Total Dwellings 25,970 100.0 100.0 25,221 100.0 100.0 +749


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Change in dwelling structure, 2006 to 2011


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Dominant groups

In 2011, there were 16,600 separate houses in the area, 8,507 medium density dwellings, and 798 high density

dwellings.

Analysis of the types of dwellings in the City of West Torrens in 2011 shows that 64.0% of all dwellings were separate

houses; 32.8% were medium density dwellings, and 3.1% were high density dwellings, compared with 75.8%, 21.8%,

and 2.0% in the Greater Adelaide respectively.

In 2011, a total of 91.8% of the dwellings in the City of West Torrens were occupied on Census night, compared to

92.0% in Greater Adelaide. The proportion of unoccupied dwellings was 8.1%, which is larger compared to that found

in Greater Adelaide (7.8%).

Emerging groups

The total number of dwellings in the City of West Torrens increased by 749 between 2006 and 2011.

The largest changes in the type of dwellings found in the City of West Torrens between 2006 and 2011 were:

Medium density (+521 dwellings)

Separate house (+424 dwellings)

High density (-133 dwellings)

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The Number of Bedrooms in a dwelling is an indicator of the size of dwellings, and when combined with dwelling type

information, provides insight into the role the City of West Torrens plays in the housing market. For example, an area

of high density dwellings that are predominantly 1-2 bedroom are likely to attract students, single workers and young

couples, whereas a high density area with dwellings that are predominantly 2-3 bedroom may attract more empty

nesters and some families.

In combination with Household type and Household size, the Number of Bedrooms can also indicate issues around

housing affordability, overcrowding and other socio-economic factors.

Number of bedrooms per dwelling

Number of bedrooms per dwelling


Number of bedrooms Number %Greater



0 or 1 bedrooms 1,494 6.3 3.8 1,464 6.3 3.8 +30

2 bedrooms 7,498 31.5 19.9 7,734 33.2 20.7 -236

3 bedrooms 10,771 45.2 51.2 10,316 44.3 51.5 +455

4 bedrooms 2,556 10.7 17.8 2,162 9.3 16.4 +394

5 bedrooms or more 446 1.9 3.1 339 1.5 2.7 +107

Not stated 1,069 4.5 4.2 1,256 5.4 4.9 -187



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Dominant groups

Analysis of the number of bedrooms in dwellings in City of West Torrens in 2011 compared to Greater Adelaide

shows that there was a higher proportion of dwellings with 1 and 2 bedrooms, and a lower proportion of dwellings with

4 or more bedrooms.

Overall, 37.7% of households were in 1-2 bedroom dwellings, and 12.6% of 4-plus bedroom dwellings, compared with

23.8% and 20.9% for Greater Adelaide respectively.

The major differences between the number of bedrooms per dwelling of the City of West Torrens and Greater

Adelaide were:

A larger percentage of 2 bedroom dwellings (31.5% compared to 19.9%)

A larger percentage of dwellings with no bedrooms (includes bedsitters) (6.3% compared to 3.8%)

A smaller percentage of 4 bedroom dwellings (10.7% compared to 17.8%)

A smaller percentage of 3 bedroom dwellings (45.2% compared to 51.2%)

Emerging groups

The largest changes in the number of bedrooms per dwelling in the City of West Torrens between 2006 and 2011

were:

3 bedrooms (+455 dwellings)

4 bedrooms (+394 dwellings)

2 bedrooms (-236 dwellings)

5 bedrooms or more (+107 dwellings)

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A fast Internet Connection is increasingly required for accessing essential information and undertaking domestic and

non-domestic business. Households with dial-up or no internet service are being left behind in the digital divide' as

both government and the private sector are increasingly conducting their business, or aspects of it, on-line.

Internet connectivity in the City of West Torrens can be affected by availability of connection, Education, Household

Income and Age Structure.

Internet connection

Type of internet connection


Connection type Number %Greater



Total internet connection 16,570 69.5 73.1 11,777 50.6 56.6 +4,793

Broadband connection 14,783 62.0 65.6 6,616 28.4 31.0 +8,167

Dial-up connection 719 3.0 3.4 5,026 21.6 25.0 -4,307

Other connection 1,068 4.5 4.1 135 0.6 0.6 +933

No internet connection 5,827 24.5 21.2 9,927 42.7 37.5 -4,100

Not stated 1,435 6.0 5.7 1,568 6.7 6.0 -133



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Dominant groups

Analysis of the type of internet connection of households in the City of West Torrens compared to Greater Adelaide

shows that there was a higher proportion of households with either no internet connection or a dial up connection,

and a lower proportion of households with broadband connectivity.

Overall 27.5% of households had no internet connection or a dial up connection, and 62.0% had broadband

connectivity, compared with 24.5% and 65.6% respectively in Greater Adelaide.

Emerging groups

Between 2006 and 2011 the number of households with an internet connection increased by 4,793.

The largest changes in the internet connectivity in the City of West Torrens, between 2006 and 2011 were:

Broadband connection (+8,167 households)

Total internet connection (+4,793 households)

Dial-up connection (-4,307 households)

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The ability of the population to access services and employment is strongly influenced by access to transport. The

number of motor vehicles per household in the City of West Torrens quantifies access to private transport and will be

influenced by Age Structure and Household Type, which determine the number of adults present; access to Public

Transport; distance to shops, services, employment and education; and Household Income. Depending on these

factors, car ownership can be seen as a measure of advantage or disadvantage, or a neutral socio-economic

measure, which impacts on the environment and quality of life.

Number of cars per household

Car ownership


Number of cars Number %Greater



No motor vehicles 2,952 12.4 9.2 3,291 14.1 10.1 -339

1 motor vehicle 9,779 41.0 36.6 9,641 41.4 37.1 +138

2 motor vehicles 7,228 30.3 34.5 6,595 28.3 33.6 +633

3 or more motor vehicles 2,573 10.8 14.5 2,207 9.5 13.0 +366

Not stated 1,303 5.5 5.2 1,538 6.6 6.1 -235



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Dominant groups

Analysis of the car ownership of the households in the City of West Torrens in 2011 compared to Greater Adelaide

shows that 82.1% of the households owned at least one car, while 12.4% did not, compared with 85.6% and 9.2%

respectively in Greater Adelaide.

Of those that owned at least one vehicle, there was a larger proportion who owned just one car; a smaller proportion

who owned two cars; and a smaller proportion who owned three cars or more.

Overall, 41.0% of the households owned one car; 30.3% owned two cars; and 10.8% owned three cars or more,

compared with 36.6%; 34.5% and 14.5% respectively for Greater Adelaide.

Emerging groups

The largest changes in the household car ownership in the City of West Torrens between 2006 and 2011 were:

2 motor vehicles (+633 households)

3 or more motor vehicles (+366 households)

No motor vehicles (-339 households)

1 motor vehicle (+138 households)

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Mortgage repayments are directly related to house prices in the City of West Torrens, length of occupancy and the

level of equity of home owners. When viewed with Household Income data it may also indicate the level of housing

stress households in the community are under. In mortgage belt areas it is expected that households will be paying a

higher proportion of their income on their housing compared to well-established areas. First home buyer areas are

also likely to have larger mortgages than upgrader areas where households move in with equity from elsewhere.

Mortgage payment levels are not directly comparable over time because of inflation. For comparison of mortgage

payments over time, go to Housing Loan Quartiles.

Housing loan repayments

Monthly housing loan repayments


Monthly repayment amount Number %Greater

Adelaide

Nil repayments 121 1.9 2.0

$1-$149 59 0.9 0.8

$150-$299 85 1.3 1.5

$300-$449 185 2.9 3.2

$450-$599 180 2.8 3.1

$600-$799 308 4.8 5.7

$800-$999 427 6.6 7.0

$1000-$1199 492 7.6 8.2

$1200-$1399 550 8.5 9.0

$1400-$1599 496 7.7 8.3

$1600-$1799 534 8.3 9.0

$1800-$1999 406 6.3 6.7

$2000-$2199 609 9.4 9.0

$2200-$2399 289 4.5 4.1

$2400-$2599 235 3.6 2.8

$2600-$2999 458 7.1 5.6

$3000-$3999 545 8.4 6.0

$4000-$4999 126 2.0 2.0

$5000 and over 86 1.3 1.6

Not stated 267 4.1 4.3

Total households with a mortgage 6,458 100.0 100.0


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Dominant groups

Analysis of the monthly housing loan repayments of households in the City of West Torrens compared to Greater

Adelaide shows that there was a larger proportion of households paying high mortgage repayments ($2,600 per

month or more), and a smaller proportion of households with low mortgage repayments (less than $1000 per month).

Overall, 18.8% of households were paying high mortgage repayments, and 21.1% were paying low repayments,

compared with 15.2% and 23.4% respectively in Greater Adelaide.

The major differences between the household loan repayments of the City of West Torrens and Greater Adelaide

were:

A larger percentage of $3000-$3999 (8.4% compared to 6.0%)

A larger percentage of $2600-$2999 (7.1% compared to 5.6%)

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Rental payments can be a better measure of the cost of housing in the City of West Torrens than mortgage

repayments because they are not contingent on length of occupancy or equity in the dwelling.

High rental payments may indicate desirable areas with mobile populations who prefer to rent, or a housing shortage,

or gentrification. Low rental payments may indicate public housing (check Tenure Type), or areas where low income

households move by necessity for a lower cost of living.

Rental payments are not directly comparable over time because of inflation. For comparison of rental payments over

time, go to Housing Rental Quartiles.

Housing rental payments

Weekly housing rental payments


Weekly rental amount Number %Greater

Adelaide

Nil 189 2.3 2.3

$1 - $74 338 4.1 3.9

$75 - $99 528 6.4 8.0

$100 - $124 326 3.9 4.6

$125 - $149 346 4.2 4.3

$150 - $174 417 5.0 4.8

$175 - $199 485 5.9 4.8

$200 - $224 765 9.3 8.2

$225 - $249 601 7.3 6.6

$250 - $274 883 10.7 11.3

$275 - $299 628 7.6 8.5

$300 - $324 767 9.3 9.6

$325 - $349 416 5.0 4.3

$350 - $374 493 6.0 4.9

$375 - $399 209 2.5 2.4

$400 - $424 227 2.7 2.4

$425 - $449 66 0.8 0.8

$450 - $549 188 2.3 2.5

$550 - $649 49 0.6 0.9

$650 - $749 17 0.2 0.4

$750 - $849 10 0.1 0.2

$850 - $949 6 0.1 0.1

$950+ 22 0.3 0.4

Rent Not stated 286 3.5 3.7

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Dominant groups

Analysis of the weekly housing rental payments of households in the City of West Torrens compared to Greater

Adelaide shows that there was a smaller proportion of households paying high rental payments ($400 per week or

more), as well as a smaller proportion of households with low rental payments (less than $150 per week).

Overall, 7.1% of households were paying high rental payments, and 20.9% were paying low payments, compared with

7.7% and 23.2% respectively in Greater Adelaide.

The major differences between the housing rental payments of the City of West Torrens and Greater Adelaide were:

A larger percentage of $200 - $224 (9.3% compared to 8.2%)



A smaller percentage of $75 - $99 (6.4% compared to 8.0%)

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The City of West Torrens SEIFA Index of Disadvantage measures the relative level of socio-economic

disadvantage based on a range of Census characteristics. It is a good place to start to get a general view of

the relative level of disadvantage in one area compared to others and is used to advocate for an area based

on its level of disadvantage.

The index is derived from attributes that reflect disadvantage such as low income, low educational attainment,

high unemployment, and jobs in relatively unskilled occupations. When targeting services to disadvantaged

communities, it is important to also look at these underlying characteristics as they can differ markedly between

areas with similar SEIFA scores and shed light on the type of disadvantage being experienced.

A higher score on the index means a lower level of disadvantage. A lower score on the index means a higher

level of disadvantage.

SEIFA by Local Government Area SEIFA by small areas

SEIFA - disadvantage

Index of relative socio-economic disadvantage

Local Government Areas in South Australia

Local Government Area 2011 index

Roxby Downs (M) 1,095.5

Burnside (C) 1,081.4

Adelaide Hills (DC) 1,081.1

Mitcham (C) 1,068.3

Walkerville (M) 1,065.0

Unley (C) 1,064.9

Kimba (DC) 1,044.6

Prospect (C) 1,041.7

Holdfast Bay (C) 1,039.2

Tea Tree Gully (C) 1,037.5

Mount Barker (DC) 1,032.4

Light (RegC) 1,025.7

Norwood Payneham St Peters (C) 1,024.8

Wudinna (DC) 1,022.8

Grant (DC) 1,018.4

Cleve (DC) 1,017.6

Barossa (DC) 1,017.2

Lower Eyre Peninsula (DC) 1,015.2

Robe (DC) 1,013.2

Adelaide (C) 1,013.0

Campbelltown (C) 1,010.7

Clare and Gilbert Valleys (DC) 1,002.2

Marion (C) 999.7

West Torrens (C) 997.7

Tatiara (DC) 996.2

Naracoorte and Lucindale (DC) 995.7

Onkaparinga (C) 993.4

Orroroo/Carrieton (DC) 993.3

Elliston (DC) 990.8

Streaky Bay (DC) 988.9

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Local Government Areas in South Australia

Local Government Area 2011 index

Southern Mallee (DC) 988.4

Alexandrina (DC) 987.1

Karoonda East Murray (DC) 985.6

Kangaroo Island (DC) 983.3

Mount Remarkable (DC) 982.5

Northern Areas (DC) 981.7

Mallala (DC) 980.4

Tumby Bay (DC) 979.9

Charles Sturt (C) 976.2

Franklin Harbour (DC) 975.4

Kingston (DC) 975.4

Yankalilla (DC) 972.2

Victor Harbor (C) 968.0

Gawler (T) 966.2

Flinders Ranges (DC) 955.2

Barunga West (DC) 954.5

Yorke Peninsula (DC) 951.7

Port Lincoln (C) 949.8

The Coorong (DC) 948.7

Loxton Waikerie (DC) 947.4

Wattle Range (DC) 945.5

Goyder (DC) 942.2

Wakefield (DC) 941.7

Salisbury (C) 936.7

Mid Murray (DC) 936.7

Ceduna (DC) 931.7

Port Adelaide Enfield (C) 929.7

Copper Coast (DC) 927.2

Mount Gambier (C) 927.0

Unincorporated SA 924.3

Renmark Paringa (DC) 916.5

Port Augusta (C) 905.8

Whyalla (C) 905.5

Berri and Barmera (DC) 904.0

Murray Bridge (RC) 900.6

Port Pirie City and Dists (M) 893.1

Playford (C) 871.3

Coober Pedy (DC) 869.6

Peterborough (DC) 797.6

Maralinga Tjarutja (AC) 692.2

Anangu Pitjantjatjara (AC) 593.5

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Demographic change across Australia is recorded by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) in the Census

collections every five years. Population experts, .id, analyse and convert these raw figures into stories of place to

inform council staff, community groups, investors, business, students and the general public.

The City of West Torrens Community Profile provides demographic analysis for the City and its suburbs based on

results from the 2011, 2006, 2001, 1996 and 1991 Censuses of Population and Housing. The profile is updated with

population estimates when the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) releases new figures such as the annual

Estimated Resident Population (ERP).

Suburb boundaries and Census questions change over time, but .id manages the data to ensure that there is an

accurate time series provided for the current geographic boundaries. You can read more about this in the Geography

Notes section.

Results for the City of West Torrens include population, age structure, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, income,

qualifications, occupations, employment, unemployment, disability, disadvantage, volunteering, childcare, family

structure, household structure, housing tenure, mortgage and rental payments, and the size and type of the dwellings

people live in.

The Community Profile presents this information in clear maps, tables and charts with concise factual commentary to

answer three important questions:

1. What are the characteristics of the people who live here?

2. How are they changing?

3. How do they compare to other areas?

This provides the basis for making evidence-based decisions about how to provide services for the community as it

changes.

You can be confident about the quality of the information as it is derived from Australian Bureau of Statistics data,

analysed and presented by population experts and funded by the City of West Torrens.

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