Blue Haven - San Remo

The community is noticeably younger than the national figure, with 22.7% of people under 15. There is a high proportion of people in de facto relationships, at 15.4%, which is well above the state average.

Most residents were born in Australia, and the area has a much lower proportion of overseas-born people (9.9%) compared to New South Wales (29.3%). English is the primary ancestry for many, following Australian at 46.4%.

English is the dominant language, with only 4.5% of people using another language at home. This is far below the New South Wales figure of 26.6%.

A large proportion of residents reported having no religion, at 45.8%. This figure has risen sharply by 26 points since 2011 and is well above the national average.

The area has some of the lowest levels of higher education at this level, with only 7% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. Year 12 completion is also far below the national figure, though it has risen to 35.6% since 2011.

Typical weekly family incomes are $1,647, which is well below the state average of $2,185. Only 11.6% of households earn $3,000 or more per week, far fewer than in most other areas.

Health challenges are more common here, as 35.6% of people have a long-term health condition. Mental health conditions are especially high at 14.1%, well above the national figure of 8.8%.

Unpaid care for children is much more common here than in most areas, with 30.2% of people providing this support. However, volunteering is among the lowest at this level, at 7.2%.

First Nations people make up a significant part of the community, numbering 1,144. This group is noticeably younger than other First Nations populations, with a typical age of 20.

Large families are common, with 2.8 people per home. The area has one of the highest rates of one-parent families at 25.5%, far above the state average of 14%.

Almost all homes are separate houses (96.5%), and 89.6% have three or more bedrooms. While home ownership is common, 31.7% of households rent, with a typical weekly rent of $400.

The area is heavily reliant on cars, with 60% of workers driving to work and only 0.7% using public transport. Very few homes (3.6%) have no motor vehicle.

About 39.1% of residents moved in the last five years, which is about the same as the state average. Recent arrivals from overseas are very few, at just 3.7%.

Full-time employment is much lower than in most areas at 52.3%, and the unemployment rate is a little above the national figure at 6.4%. Many locals work in health care, retail, and construction.

The area ranks very low for overall advantage and job skills. It has only 417 businesses, which is smaller than about 80% of similar areas.

The area receives much more rainfall than the New South Wales average, with 1,278mm annually. Minimum temperatures are also well above the state figure.

While almost every home is within a short walk of a park or public transport, the area is less walkable for other needs. Access to health services is far below the state average.