Bellawongarah

The population is far older than the national figure, with seniors making up 41.4% of the community. In contrast, children under 15 are rare, at only 8.6%, which is well below the New South Wales average.

About 22.4% of residents were born overseas, which is much higher than in similar areas, though this is still well below the state figure of 29.3%. English ancestry is the most common at 53.4%.

English is the primary language for 89.7% of the community. While 8.6% of people use another language at home—a figure much higher than in similar areas—this remains far below the national average.

Half of the population report having no religion, a figure far above the national average of 38.9%. Christianity is the next most common affiliation at 38.8%.

Residents are well-qualified, with 77.2% completing Year 12, far above the national figure of 58.8%. This is reflected in a higher-than-average 29% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher.

Household incomes are high, with 36.4% earning $3,000 or more a week, far above the national figure of 22.6%. The typical family income of $2,583 per week is also much higher than in most similar areas.

While no one in the community needs help with daily activities, there is a high rate of long-term health conditions at 39.7%, far above the national figure of 27.7%. Arthritis is the most reported condition.

A high 43% of people spend 15 or more hours a week on unpaid housework, far above the state average. However, only 10.3% care for children, which is among the lowest for its level.

There are 3 First Nations people in the area. Their typical personal income is far below the national figure, though the typical household income of $4,750 is among the highest for its level.

Most homes are occupied by couples without children (53.7%). Typical households are slightly smaller than the national average, with 2.2 people per home.

Every single home is a separate house, and 70.5% are owned outright, far above the national figure of 31%. Most homes are large, with 95.5% having three or more bedrooms.

The area is entirely car-dependent, as 0% of homes lack a motor vehicle. While 7.5% of people commute by public transport, there are no actual public transport stops or routes in the area.

The community is very stable, with only 24.8% of people moving in the last five years, far below the national figure of 40.7%. No recent arrivals from overseas were recorded.

Only 37.4% of adults are working or looking for work, far below the national figure of 61.1%. However, the unemployment rate is 0.0%, and many residents are professionals or managers.

The area is completely car-dependent with a walkability score of 0.0. There are no parks, shops, or schools within a 15-minute walk, and the terrain is notably steep.