Barrack Point

The community is far older than the state and national averages, with 23.6% of residents aged 65 and over. Children under 15 make up a smaller proportion of the population at 15.6%, which is a little below the national figure.

While 13.5% of residents were born overseas—higher than most similar areas—this is still far below the New South Wales average of 29.3%. Most people here have Australian, English, Irish, or Scottish ancestry.

English is the primary language for 90.8% of the community. Only 3.7% use another language at home, which is far below the national figure of 22.3%.

Religious affiliation is more common here than in most areas, with 62.6% identifying as Christian. Those with no religion make up 29.8%, a figure well below the national average.

Adults with a bachelor degree or higher (21.3%) are more common than in most similar areas, though this remains well below the state average. Year 12 completion is around 44.1%, far below the national figure.

Wealth is a standout feature, as the typical family income of $2,510 a week is much higher than in most similar areas. About 26.4% of households earn $3,000 or more weekly, which is well above the national average.

A slightly higher number of people need help with daily activities (5.5%) compared to most similar areas. However, the rate of mental health conditions is a little below the national figure.

More people provide unpaid care here (13.7%) than in most similar areas. Volunteering is lower than most areas, though still a little above the state average.

There are 19 First Nations people in the area. This group is far older than the national average, with a typical age of 37, and enjoys a typical personal income that is well above the national figure.

Homes here tend to be larger, with 2.6 people per home. There is a higher proportion of people living alone (29.0%) than in most similar areas, which is well above the national average.

Home ownership is very high, with 47.6% of homes owned outright, far above the national figure. Renting is far less common here than across the state, though typical weekly rents are among the highest for similar areas.

The area is very car-dependent, with 0.0% of people commuting by public transport. However, 25.8% of the workforce works from home, which is well above the national average.

Movement is relatively stable, as 33.0% of people moved in the last five years. This is well below the national figure of 40.7%.

Adults working or looking for work (57.0%) are fewer than in most similar areas. The most common industries for local workers are construction and healthcare.

The area is quite walkable, with all homes within a 10-minute walk of public transport and a park. Most residents (85.2%) can also walk to groceries within 15 minutes, though no health services are nearby.