The snapshot presents the latest findings from Uniting Communities’ long‑running loneliness tracking, now in its 14th wave. The report shows that more than half of South Australians experience loneliness at least sometimes, with the highest 'often' lonely rates recorded since 2023.

The snapshot highlights significant differences across age groups, income levels and regions, and explores the structural drivers behind rising loneliness – including cost‑of‑living pressures, limited social infrastructure and regional disadvantage. The report outlines practical, community‑wide actions needed to reduce loneliness and strengthen social connection across the state.