6321, WA

The area is noticeably older than the state and national average, with a typical resident aged 44. It is also a family-friendly place, as the proportion of children under 15 is well above the national figure.

Most residents were born in Australia, and the area has far fewer overseas-born people than the national average. English and Australian are the most common ancestries.

English is the dominant language here, with the proportion of people using another language at home being far below the state and national figures. No residents report speaking little or no English.

A large number of residents report having no religion, a figure that rose 17 points since 2011 and is now well above the national average.

Educational qualifications are much lower than in most areas, with far fewer people holding a bachelor degree or finishing Year 12 compared to the state average.

Income levels are much lower than the national average, and only 10.3% of households earn $3,000 or more per week, although this has risen 10 points since 2011.

The community faces more health challenges than most, with a much higher rate of people needing help with daily activities and a higher proportion living with long-term health conditions.

Volunteering is very common here, with a rate far above the national figure. Many residents also provide unpaid care or do significant amounts of housework.

Homes are slightly smaller than the state average, and there is a higher proportion of people living alone and one-parent families than in most other areas.

Housing is very affordable, with typical weekly rents far below the national figure. Many residents own their homes outright, and the vast majority live in separate houses.

The area is heavily reliant on cars, though 19% of people now work from home, a figure that has risen sharply since 2011.

While few people have moved into the area in the last five years, there has been a notable rise in recent arrivals from overseas since 2011.

The local economy is driven by agriculture, forestry, and fishing. The unemployment rate is 3.0%, which is a little below the national figure.

This area is among the most disadvantaged across the country, ranking very low for overall advantage, job skills, and access to resources.

The community is highly car-dependent, with no homes within a 15-minute walk of groceries or health services.