Tumut - Tumbarumba

The typical resident is 45, which is noticeably older than the national figure. Seniors make up 23.3% of the population, a figure that has risen since 2011, while First Nations people represent 6.3% of the community.

The area is far less diverse than the state average, with only 9.2% of people born overseas. Most residents claim Australian or English ancestry.

English is the dominant language, used by 87.1% of the community. Very few people speak little or no English, at just 0.4%.

Christianity remains the most common faith at 58.5%. Those reporting no religion make up 29.6% of the population, though this figure has risen significantly since 2011.

Educational attainment is much lower than the national average, with only 12% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher and 35.9% completing Year 12.

Typical weekly family incomes are $1,686, which is well below the national figure. High earners are rare, with only 12.6% of households earning $3,000 or more per week.

Long-term health conditions are much more common here than in most areas, affecting 32.8% of residents. Arthritis and asthma are the most reported conditions.

Volunteering is a strong feature of the area, with 19.9% of people volunteering, which is well above the national average. Unpaid housework is also more common here than in most areas.

First Nations people in the region experience higher unemployment at 12.8% and have lower Year 12 completion rates compared to the state average.

About 29.4% of people live alone, a figure well above the national average. One-parent families make up 14.7% of households.

Housing is dominated by detached houses, with 91.5% of homes being separate dwellings. A high 43.4% of homes are owned outright, and typical weekly rents are far below the state average at $230.

The community is heavily reliant on cars, as only 0.3% of people commute by public transport. Most homes have at least one vehicle, and very few people work from home.

The population is relatively stable, with 31.8% of people moving in the last five years, which is well below the national figure.

Agriculture, forestry, and fishing are key industries, employing 16.2% of the workforce. Full-time employment is slightly higher here than the national average.

The area is among the smallest at this level with a population of nearly 15,000, and growth since 2021 has been very low compared to the rest of New South Wales.

The region is much wetter and cooler than most of the state, with an average annual rainfall of 1,219mm and very low average temperatures.

The area is mostly car-dependent, with a low walkability score of 3.5. Only about half of homes have a 15-minute walk to basic amenities.