# Ballengarra

Suburb / Locality · Area profile

Located in: New South Wales › Rest of NSW › Port Macquarie-Hastings › 2441, NSW

Area: 23 km²

A small population of 97 people defines Ballengarra, where a notable 34.4% of residents have moved in over the last five years. This rural community is older than the national average, with a typical resident aged 45. It is a family-oriented area where most people live in large, detached houses. The community is distinct for its high rate of unpaid care and a strong connection to the Defence Force.

## Demographics & Identity

Residents are noticeably older than the national average, with a typical age of 45 and 19.6% of the population aged 65 or over. Children under 15 make up 13.4%, which is well below the national figure of 18.2%.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Total population | 97 | — |
| Median age | 45 yrs | — |
| Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander population | 0.0% | — |
| People aged 65 and over | 19.6% | — |
| Children under 15 | 13.4% | — |
| People in a de facto relationship | 7.7% | — |

**Age structure** — Older adults (45–64) 38.1%, Youth (15–24) 20.6%, Seniors (65+) 19.6%, Young adults (25–44) 14.4%, Children (0–14) 13.4%

**Marital status** — Married 61.0%, Never married 25.6%, Divorced 6.1%, Separated 4.9%

## Ancestry & Birthplace

The area is predominantly Australian-born, with only 6.2% of people born overseas, far below the national figure of 27.7%. English and Australian are the most common ancestries.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| People born overseas | 6.2% | — |

**Country of birth** — Australia 74.2%, South Africa 4.1%

**Ancestry** — English 52.6%, Australian 37.1%, Chinese 7.2%, Irish 6.2%, Scottish 3.1%

## Language

English is the only language used at home for 84.5% of residents, and no one in the community speaks little or no English.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| People using another language at home | 0.0% | — |
| People who speak little or no English | 0.0% | — |

**Language used at home** — English only 84.5%

## Religion

Over half the community identifies as Christian (54.6%), while 36.1% of residents report having no religion, a figure slightly below the national average.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| People with no religion | 36.1% | — |

**Religious affiliation** — Christianity 54.6%, No religion 36.1%, Not stated 7.2%

## Education & Qualifications

Education levels are lower than the state average, with 14.6% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher compared to 27.8% in New South Wales.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Completed Year 12 | 46.8% | — |
| Adults with a bachelor degree or higher | 14.6% | — |
| Schools within 3 km | 0 | — |

**Highest year of school** — Year 12 46.8%, Year 10 31.2%, Year 9 or below 6.5%, Year 11 3.9%

**Highest qualification level** — Certificate III / IV 42.1%, Bachelor degree 14.0%, Postgraduate degree 7.0%, Advanced diploma / diploma 7.0%

**Field of qualification** — Engineering & related 14.0%, Architecture & building 10.5%, Health 10.5%, Society & culture 10.5%, Education 8.8%, Management & commerce 8.8%, Information technology 7.0%, Agriculture & environment 7.0%, Food, hospitality & personal services 7.0%

## Income

Typical weekly household income is $1,483, which is a little below the national figure of $1,746. Only 4.9% of people earn $2,000 or more a week, well below the national rate.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Median personal income (weekly) | $700 | — |
| Median household income (weekly) | $1,483 | — |
| Median family income (weekly) | $1,792 | — |
| People earning $2,000+ a week | 4.9% | — |
| Households earning $3,000+ a week | 14.3% | — |

**Household income distribution** — $650–$1,499 21.4%, $3,000–$3,999 14.3%

**Personal income distribution** — $650–$1,499 37.8%, Under $650 30.5%, $1,500–$2,999 9.8%

## Health & Disability

While 21.6% of people have a long-term health condition—well below the national average—about 7.2% of residents need help with daily activities, which is much higher than most areas.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| People with a long-term health condition | 21.6% | — |
| People with a mental health condition | 3.1% | — |
| People needing help with daily activities | 7.2% | — |

**Long-term health conditions reported** — Arthritis 7.2%, Other condition 7.2%, Heart disease 4.1%, Asthma 3.1%, Diabetes 3.1%, Mental health 3.1%

**Number of long-term health conditions** — None 62.9%, One condition 13.4%, Two conditions 4.1%, Three or more 3.1%

## Community Participation

The community is very active in support roles, with 23.2% providing unpaid care and 17.1% volunteering. Additionally, 10.1% of residents have served in the Defence Force, a rate well above the state average.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Volunteers | 17.1% | — |
| People providing unpaid care | 23.2% | — |
| People caring for children unpaid | 26.8% | — |
| People who served in the Defence Force | 10.1% | — |
| People doing 15+ hours of unpaid housework | 24.4% | — |

## First Nations

There are no Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people recorded in this area.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people | 0 | — |

## Family & Households

Homes are larger than usual, with 2.9 people per home. This is consistent with the fact that nearly 70% of households are couples with children.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Average household size | 2.9 | — |
| One-parent families | 5.3% | — |
| People living alone | 14.3% | — |

**Family composition** — Couples with children 69.7%, Couples without children 26.3%, One-parent families 5.3%

**Household size** — 2 people 28.6%, 3 people 25.0%, 1 person 14.3%, 4 people 10.7%, 5 people 10.7%, 6 or more 10.7%

## Housing & Dwellings

Every home in Ballengarra is a separate house, and 85.7% have three or more bedrooms. There are no renters in the area, with half of all homes being owned with a mortgage.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Median rent (weekly) | $400 | — |
| Median mortgage repayment (monthly) | $1,930 | — |
| Average people per bedroom | 0.90 | — |
| Households renting | 0.0% | — |
| Homes owned outright | 32.1% | — |
| Separate (detached) houses | 100.0% | — |
| Homes with three or more bedrooms | 85.7% | — |

**How homes are owned or rented** — Owned with a mortgage 50.0%, Owned outright 32.1%

**Types of homes** — Separate house 100.0%

**Bedrooms per home** — 3 bedrooms 42.9%, 4 bedrooms 42.9%

**Monthly mortgage distribution** — $1,000–$1,799 42.9%, $3,000 or more 35.7%, $1,800–$2,999 21.4%

## Transport & Vehicles

The community is entirely car-dependent, as 100% of homes own at least one vehicle and no one uses public transport to get to work.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Homes with no motor vehicle | 0.0% | — |
| People working from home | 21.2% | — |
| Commuting by public transport | 0.0% | — |
| Public transport stops | 0 | — |
| PT stops per 1,000 people | 0.00 | — |
| Weekly PT departures per 1,000 people | 0.0 | — |
| Public transport routes | 0 | — |

**How people get to work** — Car (driver) 76.9%, Worked at home 21.2%

**Motor vehicles per home** — 2 vehicles 46.4%, 4 or more 35.7%, 3 vehicles 28.6%, 1 vehicle 25.0%

## Migration & Movement

The area has seen a fair amount of movement, with 34.4% of the population moving into the area in the last five years.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| People who moved in the last 5 years | 34.4% | — |

## Jobs & Industry

A high proportion of the population, 69.5%, are working or looking for work, and there is no unemployment. Many residents work in health care or agriculture.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unemployment rate | 0.0% | — |
| Labour-force participation | 69.5% | — |
| Employed full-time | 34.6% | — |

**Industries people work in** — Health care & social assistance 25.0%, Agriculture, forestry & fishing 19.2%, Retail trade 9.6%, Education & training 9.6%, Wholesale trade 7.7%, Administrative & support 7.7%, Construction 5.8%, Transport & warehousing 5.8%, Arts & recreation 5.8%

**Occupations people work in** — Managers 25.0%, Technicians & trades 21.2%, Community & personal service 21.2%, Professionals 19.2%, Clerical & administrative 9.6%, Sales workers 5.8%, Machinery operators & drivers 5.8%

## Walkability

The area is completely car-dependent, with no schools, shops, or parks within a 15-minute walk and no public transport stops nearby.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Walkability score | 0.0 | — |
| Amenity types within a 15-minute walk | 0.0 | — |
| Homes with a 15-minute-city walkshed | 0.0% | — |
| Homes within 15 min walk of groceries | 0.0% | — |
| Homes within 10 min walk of public transport | 0.0% | — |
| Homes within 15 min walk of a school | 0.0% | — |
| Homes within 15 min walk of a park | 0.0% | — |
| Homes within 15 min walk of health services | 0.0% | — |
| Walkable amenities per 1,000 residents | 0.0 | — |
| Street connectivity (intersections/km²) | 0 | — |
| Mean terrain slope | 10.0% | — |

## Nearby areas

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Interactive profile: https://censusatlas.au/region/sal/SAL10161/ballengarra