Blue Mountains - South

The population is far older than the rest of the country, with a typical age of 70. This represents a significant increase since 2011, when the typical resident was only 39.

The most common country of birth is Australia at 63%, ahead of England (0%).

The most common language used at home is English only at 50%, ahead of Mandarin (0%).

The most common religious affiliation is No religion at 63%, ahead of Christianity (50%).

There are 29 schools within 3 km, which is more than about 68% of similar areas.

Typical weekly household income is $900, which is far below the New South Wales figure of $1,829. However, typical personal income is $900, a little above the national figure and up $584 since 2011.

The most common long-term health conditions reported is Arthritis at 0%, ahead of Asthma (0%).

There are no Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people recorded here. For the First Nations resident, the typical age is 49, which is far older than the state average of 23.

Homes are very small, with just 1.0 person per home, a figure far below the national typical of 2.5.

Rental costs are very low, with a typical weekly rent of $150, which is far below the national figure of $375. This is consistent with homes having only 0.70 people per bedroom.

The area has 2 public transport stops and one bus route. While there are 250 stops per 1,000 people, only 8 people can be reached within 45 minutes by transit.

Economic activity is very low, with only 3 businesses and an estimated population of 7 people.

The climate is cool and wet, with an average maximum temperature of 22.3 degrees and annual rainfall of 1,074mm, which is far above the state average.

The area is car-dependent with a walkability score of 0.4, far below the state average of 6.2. Most homes are far from groceries, health services, and schools, and the terrain has a steep average slope of 10.4%.