2400, NSW

This is a young community where 20.8% of people are children, a figure a little above the national average. The typical resident is 38, and there is a notable trend toward de facto relationships, which are more common here than in most other areas.

The area is overwhelmingly born in Australia, with 74.2% of residents born here. This means the proportion of overseas-born residents is far below the New South Wales and national figures.

English is the main language for 76.9% of the community. The proportion of people using another language at home is far below the state and national averages, though it has risen slightly since 2011.

The community is more religious than most, with only 22.2% of people reporting no religion, which is far below the national figure. However, this number has risen by 12 points since 2011.

Educational attainment is much lower than in most areas, with only 36.6% of residents completing Year 12. This gap is far below the national average, though there has been a slight increase in both Year 12 completion and bachelor degrees since 2011.

Typical weekly household income is $1,592, which is a little below the national figure. While typical personal incomes are about the same as the national average, the share of households earning $3,000 or more a week is well below state and national levels.

Residents here generally report fewer health issues than most areas. The proportion of people with a long-term health condition is well below the national average, as is the rate of mental health conditions.

Participation in unpaid care and housework is much lower than in most other areas. Interestingly, while the number of volunteers has fallen since 2011, the rate remains a little above the state average.

One-parent families are much more common here than in most areas, making up 19.3% of households. At the same time, there is a higher than usual number of people living alone.

Most people live in detached houses, and 76.8% of homes have three or more bedrooms, which is well above the national figure. Renting is much more common here than in most areas, though typical weekly rents are far below the state and national averages.

The area is heavily dependent on cars, with only 0.5% of people commuting by public transport. This is consistent with the fact that public transport stops and departures are far below the state average.

The population is relatively stable, as fewer people have moved in the last five years compared to most other areas. However, there is a surprisingly high number of recent arrivals from overseas.

Full-time employment is much higher here than in most areas, and the unemployment rate is a little below the national average. Many residents work in agriculture, forestry, and fishing.

The area faces significant challenges, with an overall advantage score that is smaller than about 71% of similar areas. This is reflected in low scores for access to money, resources, and job skills.

The region is mostly car-dependent, with a walkability score far below the state average. Most homes are far from public transport and groceries, though many are within a 15-minute walk of a park.