Batemans Bay

Batemans Bay is far older than the national average, with a typical resident aged 51 and a high proportion of seniors. The First Nations population is much higher than most areas at 8.3%, a figure that has risen since 2011.

The area is predominantly Australian born, with only 14.8% of people born overseas, which is far below the state and national figures. English and Australian are the most common ancestries reported.

English is the primary language for the vast majority of residents. Only 5.2% of people use another language at home, which is far below the national figure of 22.3%.

About 39.8% of residents report having no religion, a figure that has risen by 20 points since 2011. Half of the population identifies as Christian.

Educational attainment is much lower than most areas, with only 12% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. Just 37.6% of residents completed Year 12, which is far below the national average.

Typical weekly household income is $1,120, which is well below the national figure. Only 8% of households earn $3,000 or more a week, placing the area among the lowest for income.

Health challenges are more common here than in most areas, with 37.7% of people living with a long-term health condition. About 9.1% of residents need help with daily activities, which is well above the state average.

The area has a higher than usual number of former Defence Force members at 4.7%. While some residents spend more time on unpaid housework than the national average, volunteering rates have fallen since 2011.

Batemans Bay has a large First Nations community of 714 people. However, this group faces challenges, with a Year 12 completion rate of 25.4%, which is far below the national figure.

Homes here are smaller than usual, with a typical size of 2.2 people. There is a high proportion of people living alone (32.6%) and a higher rate of one-parent families than most areas.

A large number of residents own their homes outright (42.6%), far exceeding the national average. While detached houses are common, typical weekly rents of $330 are lower than in most of the state.

Most people rely on cars for work, as only 0.6% commute via public transport. Despite having a high number of bus stops, very few people work from home compared to the rest of Australia.

The area is relatively mobile, with 42.6% of residents having moved in the last five years. Recent arrivals from overseas are rare, at only 5.1%.

Workforce participation is far below the national average, with only 44.8% of adults working or looking for work. The local economy relies heavily on retail, health care, and construction.

Batemans Bay ranks low for overall advantage, with a score of 2 out of 10. This reflects limited access to high-paying jobs and educational resources compared to other areas.

The area is quite wet, with average annual rainfall far above the New South Wales average. Temperatures are generally milder, with an average maximum of 21.9 degrees.

While most homes are within a short walk of public transport, the area is generally less walkable than the state average. Many residents live more than 15 minutes away from groceries, health services, and schools.