2666, NSW

Seniors make up 26.7% of the population, which is well above the national figure of 17.2%. This older profile is reflected in the typical age being 47, far higher than the NSW average of 39.

The area is very homogenous, with 88.7% of people born in Australia. This means the proportion of overseas-born residents is far below the NSW average of 29.3%.

English is the primary language for 91.9% of residents. Consequently, the 2.6% who use another language at home is far below the national figure of 22.3%.

Christianity is the main faith for 67.8% of the community. The 24.6% who report no religion is far below the Australian average of 38.9%, though this figure has risen 15 points since 2011.

Educational attainment is much lower than in most areas, with only 11.5% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. This is far below the national figure of 26.3%.

Typical weekly family income is $1,642, which is well below the national figure of $2,120. Only 12% of households earn $3,000 or more per week, far below the NSW average of 25.2%.

Health challenges are more common here than in most areas, with 35.1% of people reporting a long-term health condition. This is well above the national figure of 27.7%.

Volunteering is a standout feature, with 23.8% of people volunteering, which is far above the NSW average of 13%. Unpaid care is also more common here than in most areas.

The area has a high number of people living alone (31.6%), well above the national figure of 25.6%. Households are generally smaller, with 2.3 people per home.

Home ownership is very high, with 47.1% of homes owned outright, far above the national figure of 31%. Most residents live in separate houses, and typical weekly rent is far below the national average at $230.

The community is heavily car-dependent, as only 0.3% of people commute by public transport. This is consistent with the fact that 65% of workers drive to their jobs.

The population is quite stable, with 28.9% of people moving in the last five years, which is far below the national figure of 40.7%.

Unemployment is very low at 2.6%, which is lower than the national figure of 5.1%. Agriculture, forestry and fishing is a key industry, employing 19.6% of the workforce.

The area ranks lower than about 60% of similar areas for overall advantage. This is reflected in the lower levels of education and job skills compared to other regions.

Most residents are car-dependent, with a walkability score of 3.8, far below the NSW average of 6.2. Only about half of homes are within a 15-minute walk of groceries or health services.