2381, NSW

The area has a significant Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander population, which rose to 17.6% in 2021. Residents are generally older than the national average, with a typical age of 42, and a higher-than-usual proportion of people in de facto relationships.

Most people here were born in Australia, with only 4.4% born overseas—a figure far below the state and national averages. Australian, English, Scottish, and Irish are the most common ancestries reported.

English is the primary language for almost everyone, as only 2.1% of residents use another language at home. This is far below the national figure of 22.3%.

More than half of the community identifies as Christian, while 36.9% report having no religion. This last group has grown significantly, rising 24 points since 2011.

Educational attainment is much lower than in most other areas, with only 29.8% of residents completing Year 12 and 8.5% holding a bachelor degree or higher.

Typical weekly household incomes are well below the national figure, sitting at $1,284. However, incomes have risen since 2011, with the typical family income increasing by $546.

Health challenges are more common here than in most areas, with 30.7% of people living with a long-term health condition and 6.9% needing help with daily activities.

Volunteering has dropped sharply, falling 11 points since 2011 to 13.3%. Unpaid care for children and housework is also slightly lower than in other similar areas.

Family structures are distinctive here, with 18.5% of households being one-parent families, which is well above the national average. Most homes are occupied by couples with children.

Housing is dominated by large, detached houses, with 81.1% having three or more bedrooms. Home ownership is very high, as 44.8% of residents own their homes outright.

The community is heavily reliant on cars, as 61.3% of people drive to work and only 2.0% use public transport. Very few homes lack a motor vehicle.

The population is relatively stable, with 30.8% of people moving in the last five years, which is well below the national figure of 40.7%.

Agriculture, forestry, and fishing are the primary industries, employing 33.3% of the workforce. Full-time employment is much higher here than in most other areas at 67.3%.

The area ranks in the bottom 30% for overall advantage compared to all other areas, reflecting lower typical incomes and educational qualifications.

The area is almost entirely car-dependent, with a walkability score of 2.0. No one lives within a 15-minute walk of groceries or health services.