Homelessness in Australia
Facts about Homelessness
Nationally, Domestic Violence is the biggest driver into homelessness – more than 24% as a direct result from domestic and family violence
On any night in Australia, 1 in 200 people are homeless
In the Adelaide CBD, on average approximately 200 people sleep rough every night
44% of the homeless population are women
60% of people facing homelessness are under 35
Women 55 and over are now experiencing the fastest growing demographic of people experiencing homelessness in Australia
1 in 2 adults will experience mental illness in their lifetime; this is a contributing factor to homelessness
At least 30% of women utilising our services are over 45
In Australia, there are more than 116,000 people who are homeless
Why are people homeless?
24% Domestic & family violence
20% Financial difficulties
16% Relationship crisis
11% Housing crisis
8% Other relationship issues
5% Other accommodation issues
4% Health issues
12% Other