Illawarra Catchment Reserve

The population is very small and shrank by 25% since 2011. Residents are about the same age as the national average, though the typical age rose by 22 years since 2011 to reach 38.

The most common country of birth is Australia at 78%, ahead of England (0%).

The most common language used at home is English only at 44%, ahead of Mandarin (0%).

The most common religious affiliation is Christianity at 100%, ahead of No religion (0%).

The most common highest year of school is Year 11 at 100%, ahead of Year 12 (0%).

Incomes here are among the highest at this level. The typical weekly household income is $3,249, which is far above the New South Wales figure of $1,829.

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 living in this area.

Homes tend to be larger than in most areas, with 2.5 people per home. This is about the same as the national figure.

Housing costs are low, with typical weekly rents at $270, which is well below the national figure. Monthly home-loan payments are also lower than most areas at $1,595.

The area is remote, with a 69-minute drive to the city. While public transport stops and departures per person are far above the state average, there are only 4 stops and 2 routes in total.

The most common industries people work in is Education & training at 75%, ahead of Agriculture, forestry & fishing (0%).

This is a very sparsely populated area with an estimated population of just 5 people.

The reserve is wet and cool, with annual rainfall of 1,290mm, which is far above the state average. The average maximum temperature of 21.4 is lower than most areas.

The area is heavily car-dependent with a walkability score of 0.7, far below the state average. Most homes are far from schools, health services, and groceries, and the terrain is quite steep.