2710, NSW

The area has a much higher proportion of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people than most regions, at 5.1%. It is an ageing community where the typical resident is 47, which is far older than the national figure of 38.

Most residents were born in Australia, and the area has a much lower rate of overseas-born people at 5.6%. This is far below the national figure of 27.7%.

English is the dominant language here, with only 2.8% of people using another tongue at home. This is far below the national figure of 22.3%.

Half of the population identifies as Christian. Those reporting no religion make up 38.1%, a figure that has risen 20 points since 2011.

The area has a much lower rate of Year 12 completion than most regions, at 34.7%. Only 11.5% of adults hold a bachelor degree or higher, which is far below the state figure of 27.8%.

Typical weekly household incomes are much lower than most areas, at $1,211. Only 10.5% of households earn $3,000 or more a week, which is far below the national figure of 22.6%.

Health challenges are more common here, with 35% of people living with a long-term condition. This is well above the national figure of 27.7%, and 7.4% of residents need help with daily activities.

Volunteering is more common here than in most areas, with 20.2% of people pitching in. This is well above the national figure of 14.1%.

Homes tend to be smaller, with 2.2 people per dwelling, as 33.5% of people live alone. This is well above the national figure of 25.6%.

The area is dominated by separate houses, and 42.7% of homes are owned outright, which is far above the national figure. Typical weekly rents are also much lower than most areas at $220.

Car travel is the primary way to get around, as only 0.1% of people use public transport for their commute. This is well below the national figure of 3.1%.

The population is relatively stable, with 30.5% moving in the last five years, which is far below the national figure of 40.7%. However, recent overseas arrivals have risen to 15.8%.

Agriculture, forestry, and fishing are major employers for the 54.7% of adults who work or look for work. Full-time employment is slightly higher than the national figure at 60.6%.

The area ranks low for overall advantage and job skills compared to other regions, with an overall advantage score of 934.

The area is only somewhat walkable, as 46% of homes are within a 15-minute walk of groceries. This is far below the state figure of 67.7%.