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City of West Torrens
2011 Census results
Comparison year: 2006Benchmark area: Greater Adelaide
Compiled and presented in profile.id®. http://profile.id.com.au/westtorrens
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)
Estimated Resident Population (ERP)
City of West Torrens
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
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Regional Population Growth, Australia (3218.0). Compiled and presented in profile.id by .idThe population experts
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Estimated Resident Population (ERP)
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Regional Population Growth, Australia (3218.0). Compiled and presented by.id the population experts
Annual change in Estimated Resident Population (ERP)
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Regional Population Growth, Australia (3218.0). Compiled and presented by.id the population experts
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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%
Population highlights
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Public transport(to work) 12%
8% 7% 10%
Unemployment 6% 6% 6% 6%
SEIFA index ofdisadvantage2011
998993 983
1002
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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
City of West Torrens
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Legend
Suburbs
City of West Torrens
Wards
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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
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by.id, the population experts.
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Five year age structure, 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
Change in five year age structure, 2006 to 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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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 20 to 24 (8.8% compared to 7.1%)
A larger percentage of persons aged 30 to 34 (7.8% compared to 6.4%)
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
City of West Torrens 2011 2006 Change
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
City of West Torrens 2011 2006 Change
Ancestry totals Number %Greater
Adelaide Number %Greater
Adelaide 2006 to 2011
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
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by.id, the population experts.
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Ancestry, 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
Change in ancestry, 2006 to 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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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
City of West Torrens 2011 2006 Change
Country of birth Number %Greater
Adelaide Number %Greater
Adelaide 2006 to 2011
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
City of West Torrens 2011 2006 Change
Birthplace Number %Greater
Adelaide Number %Greater
Adelaide 2006 to 2011
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
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by.id, the population experts.
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Country of birth, 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
Change in country of birth, 2006 to 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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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
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by.id, the population experts.
Year of arrival in Australia, 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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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,
compared with 64.1% and 23.1% respectively for Greater Adelaide.
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
City of West Torrens 2011 2006 Change
English proficiency Number %Greater
Adelaide Number %Greater
Adelaide 2006 to 2011
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
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by.id, the population experts.
Proficiency in English, 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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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,
compared with 78.8% and 3.0% respectively for Greater Adelaide.
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
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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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
City of West Torrens 2011 2006 Change
Language (excludesEnglish) Number %
GreaterAdelaide Number %
GreaterAdelaide 2006 to 2011
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
City of West Torrens 2011 2006 Change
Language summary Number %Greater
Adelaide Number %Greater
Adelaide 2006 to 2011
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
Total Population 54,961 100.0 100.0 52,162 100.0 100.0 +2,799
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by.id, the population experts.
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Language spoken at home, 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
Change in language spoken at home, 2006 to 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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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
City of West Torrens 2011 2006 Change
Religion Number %Greater
Adelaide Number %Greater
Adelaide 2006 to 2011
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
City of West Torrens 2011 2006 Change
Religion totals Number %Greater
Adelaide Number %Greater
Adelaide 2006 to 2011
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
Total Population 54,961 100.0 100.0 52,158 100.0 100.0 +2,803
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by.id, the population experts.
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Religion, 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
Change in religion, 2006 to 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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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
City of West Torrens 2011 2006 Change
Qualification level Number %Greater
Adelaide Number %Greater
Adelaide 2006 to 2011
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
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by.id, the population experts.
Highest qualification achieved, 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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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,
compared with 44.1% and 46.3% respectively for Greater Adelaide.
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)
Change in highest qualification achieved, 2006 to 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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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
City of West Torrens 2011 2006 Change
Level of schooling Number %Greater
Adelaide Number %Greater
Adelaide 2006 to 2011
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 10 or equivalent 6,054 12.9 16.0 6,592 14.8 17.4 -538
Year 11 or equivalent 7,018 15.0 17.5 7,164 16.1 18.5 -146
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
Total persons aged 15+ 46,885 100.0 100.0 44,604 100.0 100.0 +2,281
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by.id, the population experts.
Highest level of schooling completed, 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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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)
Change in highest level of schooling completed, 2006 to 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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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
City of West Torrens 2011 2006 Change
Type of institute Number %Greater
Adelaide Number %Greater
Adelaide 2006 to 2011
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
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by.id, the population experts.
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Education institute attending, 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
Change in education institute attending, 2006 to 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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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
City of West Torrens 2011 2006 Change
Assistance needed by agegroup (years) Number
% of total agegroup
GreaterAdelaide Number
% of total agegroup
GreaterAdelaide 2006 to 2011
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
City of West Torrens 2011 2006 Change
Assistance needed by agegroup (years) Number %
GreaterAdelaide Number %
GreaterAdelaide 2006 to 2011
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
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by.id, the population experts.
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Need for assistance with core activities, 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
Change in need for assistance with core activities, 2006 to 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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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
City of West Torrens 2011 2006 Change
Employment status Number %Greater
Adelaide Number %Greater
Adelaide 2006 to 2011
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
City of West Torrens 2011 2006 Change
Labour force status Number %Greater
Adelaide Number %Greater
Adelaide 2006 to 2011
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
Total persons aged 15+ 46,885 100.0 100.0 44,604 100.0 100.0 +2,281
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by.id, the population experts.
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Employment status, 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
Change in employment status, 2006 to 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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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
City of West Torrens 2011 2006 Change
Industry sector Number %Greater
Adelaide Number %Greater
Adelaide 2006 to 2011
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
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by.id, the population experts.
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Industry sector of employment, 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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Change in industry sector of employment, 2006 to 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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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
City of West Torrens 2011 2006 Change
Occupation Number %Greater
Adelaide Number %Greater
Adelaide 2006 to 2011
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
Total employed persons
aged 15+
26,612 100.0 100.0 24,013 100.0 100.0 +2,599
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by.id, the population experts.
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Occupation of employment, 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
Change in occupation of employment, 2006 to 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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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
City of West Torrens 2011 2006 Change
Main method of travel Number %Greater
Adelaide Number %Greater
Adelaide 2006 to 2011
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
Total employed persons
aged 15+
26,359 100.0 100.0 23,748 100.0 100.0 +2,611
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by.id, the population experts.
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Method of travel to work, 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Enumerated data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
Change in method of travel to work, 2006 to 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Enumerated data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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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
City of West Torrens 2011 2006 Change
Volunteer status Number %Greater
Adelaide Number %Greater
Adelaide 2006 to 2011
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
Total persons aged 15+ 46,883 100.0 100.0 44,605 100.0 100.0 +2,278
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by.id, the population experts.
Voluntary work, 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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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.
Change in voluntary work, 2006 to 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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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
City of West Torrens 2011 2006 Change
Assistance to a person witha disability, long termillness or old age Number %
GreaterAdelaide Number %
GreaterAdelaide 2006 to 2011
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
Total persons aged 15+ 46,884 100.0 100.0 44,603 100.0 100.0 +2,281
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by.id, the population experts.
Unpaid care, 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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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.
Change in unpaid care, 2006 to 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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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
City of West Torrens 2011
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
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2011 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by.id, the population experts.
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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%)
Weekly individual gross income, 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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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
City of West Torrens 2011
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
Total households 23,222 100.0 100.0
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2011 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by.id, the population experts.
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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%)
Weekly household income, 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Enumerated data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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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
City of West Torrens 2011 2006 Change
Households by type Number %Greater
Adelaide Number %Greater
Adelaide 2006 to 2011
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
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by.id, the population experts.
Household types, 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Enumerated data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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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
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Enumerated data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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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
City of West Torrens 2011 2006 Change
Number of persons usuallyresident Number %
GreaterAdelaide Number %
GreaterAdelaide 2006 to 2011
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
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by.id, the population experts.
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Household size, 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Enumerated data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
Change in household size, 2006 to 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Enumerated data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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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
City of West Torrens 2011 2006 Change
Dwelling type Number %Greater
Adelaide Number %Greater
Adelaide 2006 to 2011
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
City of West Torrens 2011 2006 Change
Dwelling type Number %Greater
Adelaide Number %Greater
Adelaide 2006 to 2011
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
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by.id, the population experts.
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Dwelling structure, 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Enumerated data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
Change in dwelling structure, 2006 to 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Enumerated data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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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
City of West Torrens 2011 2006 Change
Number of bedrooms Number %Greater
Adelaide Number %Greater
Adelaide 2006 to 2011
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
Total households 23,834 100.0 100.0 23,271 100.0 100.0 +563
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by.id, the population experts.
Number of bedrooms per dwelling, 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Enumerated data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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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)
Change in number of bedrooms per dwelling, 2006 to 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Enumerated data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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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
City of West Torrens 2011 2006 Change
Connection type Number %Greater
Adelaide Number %Greater
Adelaide 2006 to 2011
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
Total households 23,832 100.0 100.0 23,272 100.0 100.0 +560
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by.id, the population experts.
Type of internet connection, 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Enumerated data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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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)
Change in type of internet connection, 2006 to 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Enumerated data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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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
City of West Torrens 2011 2006 Change
Number of cars Number %Greater
Adelaide Number %Greater
Adelaide 2006 to 2011
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
Total households 23,835 100.0 100.0 23,272 100.0 100.0 +563
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by.id, the population experts.
Car ownership, 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Enumerated data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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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)
Change in car ownership, 2006 to 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Enumerated data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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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
City of West Torrens 2011
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
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2011 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by.id, the population experts.
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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%)
Monthly housing loan repayments, 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Enumerated data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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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
City of West Torrens 2011
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
Total households renting 8,262 100.0 100.0
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2011 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by.id, the population experts.
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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 larger percentage of $175 - $199 (5.9% compared to 4.8%)
A larger percentage of $350 - $374 (6.0% compared to 4.9%)
A smaller percentage of $75 - $99 (6.4% compared to 8.0%)
Weekly housing rental payments, 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Enumerated data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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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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Index of relative socio-economic disadvantage
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
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, thepopulation experts.
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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.
About the community profile
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