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Batemans Bay
33 km²
More than half of all households in Batemans Bay are rentals, making it a high-rental area compared to the rest of the state. This community is far older than the national average, with a typical resident aged 53 and a very high proportion of seniors. It is a place of contrasts, featuring a significant First Nations population and a very walkable town centre, but also facing high rates of long-term health conditions and lower-than-average incomes.
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The area is far older than most, with 33.7% of people aged 65 and over and a typical resident aged 53. This is reflected in the low number of children, who make up only 11.4% of the population.
Most residents were born in Australia, though 16.6% were born overseas, which is higher than in similar areas. English, Australian, and Irish are the most common ancestries.
English is the primary language for 84.1% of the community. While 6.7% use another language at home, this is far below the New South Wales and national figures.
Christianity is the most common religion at 48.5%, while 35.9% of residents have no religion, a figure slightly above the state average.
Education levels are much lower than in most areas, with only 8.2% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher and only 32.5% completing Year 12.
Typical incomes are far below the national figure, with the usual household earning $791 a week. Only 3.9% of households earn $3,000 or more weekly.
Health challenges are common here; 40.4% of people have a long-term health condition, and 11.1% need help with daily activities, both of which are among the highest figures for this level.
Participation in unpaid work is lower than usual, with only 10.9% of people volunteering. There is a higher rate of former Defence Force members here than in most areas.
First Nations people make up 9% of the population, which is well above the national average. This group has a typical age of 34 and a household income of $837, which is much lower than most areas.
Living arrangements are distinctive, as 52% of people live alone and 25.2% live in one-parent families, both figures being far above the state average.
Rental properties are very common, making up 52.1% of homes. Apartments are as popular as separate houses, and there are far fewer large three-bedroom homes than is typical across Australia.
Public transport access is high with 21 stops and 6 routes, yet 15.3% of homes have no motor vehicle, a figure well above the national average.
The population is quite mobile, with 46.8% of residents having moved in the last five years, which is well above the New South Wales average.
Working or looking for work is much less common here than elsewhere, at 39.1%. Many residents work in accommodation, food, and retail trade, and the unemployment rate is a little above the national figure.
The town is very walkable, with 79.8% of homes within a 15-minute walk of amenities. Most residents are within a short walk of groceries and health services, though very few live near a school.