2702, NSW

The typical resident is 48, which is far older than the national figure of 38. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people make up 7.3% of the population, a figure well above the national average of 3.2%.

The community is overwhelmingly Australian-born, with 87.6% born here. This means the proportion of people born overseas is far below the national figure.

English is the primary language for nearly everyone, with only 0.6% of people using another language at home. This is among the lowest levels recorded for similar areas.

Most residents identify as Christian, though the number of people with no religion rose 16 points since 2011 to reach 28.5%.

Formal qualifications are lower than in most areas, with only 31.8% of residents having completed Year 12. Those with a bachelor degree or higher make up 9.6%, which is far below the national average.

Typical incomes are well below the national figure, with the typical household earning $1,175 a week. However, these figures have risen since 2011, including a 10 point increase in the number of households earning $3,000 or more per week.

Long-term health conditions are much more common here than in most areas, affecting 36.1% of people. This includes higher rates of arthritis and asthma, and 8.2% of residents need help with daily activities.

Volunteering is very common, with 31.2% of people helping out, a figure far above the national average. There is also a higher than usual rate of people providing unpaid care and those who have served in the Defence Force.

About 30.1% of people live alone, which is well above the national figure. Family homes are common, and nearly half of all households consist of couples with children.

Separate houses make up 97.2% of all homes, and 46.5% are owned outright. Rent is much lower than the national average, with a typical weekly rent of $200.

Cars are essential, as 0.0% of people use public transport to commute and almost every home has at least one motor vehicle. Only 10.7% of workers operate from home.

The population is relatively stable, with fewer people moving in the last five years compared to the state average. There were no recent arrivals from overseas in the latest census.

Full-time employment is much higher than in most areas at 63.9%. Many residents work in agriculture, forestry and fishing, or in education and health care.

The area ranks lower than most for overall advantage and job skills. However, it sits around the middle of similar areas for general access to money and resources.

The area is mostly car-dependent, with a walkability score far below the state average. No homes are within a 15-minute walk of groceries or health services.