Benolong

The area is notably young, with a typical age of 32 and 19.7% of the population being children under 15. De facto relationships are much more common here than in most other areas, at 19.6%.

This is a community with very little overseas influence; no residents were born abroad, and 51.3% identify as Australian by ancestry.

English is the sole language used at home, and there are no residents who speak little or no English, which is far below the national and state figures.

The community is strongly religious, with 78.9% identifying as Christian. Those with no religion make up only 7.9%, one of the lowest proportions for this level.

The typical resident is less likely to have a university degree compared to the state average. However, 55.3% have completed Year 12, and many adults hold a Certificate III or IV.

Weekly household incomes are about the same as the state and national figures. Typical personal income is slightly higher than the national average at $891 per week.

Mental health conditions are much more common here than in most areas, at 11.8%. Conversely, no one in the community reports needing help with daily activities.

Participation in unpaid work is very high, with 35.8% of people caring for children and another 35.8% doing significant housework. Volunteers are also much more common here than elsewhere, at 26.4%.

First Nations residents are younger and earn more than those in similar areas, with a typical personal income of $900 per week.

Homes here are larger than usual, with 3.4 people per household. Most are couples with children, who make up 67.2% of families.

Renting is much cheaper here than in the rest of the state, with a typical weekly rent of $240. Monthly home loan payments are around $1,950.

The area is entirely dependent on cars, with no public transport available. This helps explain why 42.1% of people work from home, a figure far above the national average.

About 31.7% of the population moved into the area in the last five years, which is lower than the state and national figures.

Job activity is very high, with 83% of adults working or looking for work and zero unemployment. Many of the local workforce are managers or professionals in agriculture and education.

The area is completely car-dependent, with a walkability score of 0.0. Residents cannot walk to groceries, health services, or schools, as there are no such amenities within a 15-minute walk.