Bateau Bay

The typical resident is 42, making the area noticeably older than the state and national averages. Seniors make up 24.5% of the population, which is well above the national figure, while children under 15 account for 19.2%.

Most residents were born in Australia, with only 11.7% born overseas—a figure far below the state and national averages. English and Australian are the most common ancestries, followed by Irish and Scottish.

English is the main language for 90.3% of the community. Only 3.6% of people use another language at home, which is far below the figures for New South Wales and Australia.

More than half the population identifies as Christian, while 38.4% of residents have no religion. This lack of religious affiliation is well above the state average.

Education levels are lower than the national average, with only 17.1% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. Just 45.1% of residents have completed Year 12, which is far below the state figure.

Incomes are generally a little below the national average, with a typical weekly household income of $1,475. Only 18.4% of households earn $3,000 or more per week, well below the state average.

Health challenges are more common here than in most areas, with 32.7% of people reporting a long-term health condition. This includes a higher-than-average 7.6% who need help with daily activities.

While 12% of people provide unpaid care, volunteering is much lower than in most similar areas. Only 11.1% of residents volunteer, which is well below the national figure.

The area is home to 633 First Nations people, among the largest groups at this level. This population is noticeably younger than the national average, with a typical age of 21.

One-parent families are much more common here than in most areas, at 17.1%. This sits alongside a higher-than-average 27.3% of people who live alone.

Homes are typically large, with 79.7% having three or more bedrooms. While 35.6% of homes are owned outright—well above the national figure—typical weekly rents are $400.

Public transport access is excellent, with 99.6% of homes within a 10-minute walk of a stop. However, most people still rely on cars, and 24.1% of the workforce works from home.

The area has seen some movement, with 34% of people moving in the last five years. Recent arrivals from overseas make up 4.7% of the population, which is well below the national average.

Fewer people are working or looking for work compared to the state, at 54.1%. Full-time employment is also much lower than in most similar areas, at 50.8%.

The suburb is somewhat walkable, especially for those visiting parks or public transport. However, it is far below the state average for walking to groceries and health services.