This snapshot explores what is loneliness, who is affected and how to overcome the issue. It presents survey results of South Australians who were asked to report their experiences of loneliness, lacking companionship, feeling left out or isolated. Tackling this issue requires a whole-of-community approach. The report provides recommendations for individuals, communities and governments.

Key findings

• 57% of South Australians report experiencing loneliness (sometimes or often).
• Young adults (aged 18–24) and older adults (aged 55–59) report experiencing the highest rates of loneliness ‘often.’
• 32% of people (aged 55–59) report experiencing loneliness ‘often’, nearly a 40% increase since the last survey.
• 91% of people (aged 18–24) report experiencing loneliness sometimes or often.