Biddon

Biddon is a young community, with 27.6% of residents being children under 15, which is well above the national figure. The typical resident is 38, making the area much younger than most similar places.

The population is overwhelmingly Australian-born, with only 3.3% born overseas, which is far below the New South Wales and national averages.

English is the only language used at home, with no residents reporting the use of another language, a figure far below the state and national averages.

More than half of the community identifies as Christian, while 29.3% report no religion, which is well below the national figure of 38.9%.

Education levels are lower than most areas, with only 11.5% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher and far fewer completing Year 12 compared to the rest of the state.

Incomes are generally low, with a typical weekly household income of $1,300, which is well below the national figure. No households earn $3,000 or more per week.

Residents are generally healthier than average, with long-term health conditions and mental health conditions both reported far less often than in most other areas.

There is a strong culture of service and home life, with 25.3% of people volunteering and 29.9% doing significant unpaid housework, both far above national figures.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people make up 4.9% of the population. This group is far older than the state average, with a typical age of 48.

The community is dominated by families, as 58.8% of households are couples with children, and there are no one-parent families recorded.

Housing is very affordable; 52.6% of homes are owned outright, and the typical weekly rent of $108 is among the lowest in the country. Nearly all residents live in separate houses.

The area is entirely car-dependent, with no public transport available. However, 36.5% of people work from home, which is far above the national average.

The population is very stable, with only 15.7% of people moving in the last five years, far below the national figure of 40.7%.

Agriculture, forestry, and fishing are the primary industries for 61.5% of workers. While 69.2% are employed full-time, the unemployment rate is 8.3%, which is well above the national average.

Biddon is completely car-dependent, with a walkability score of zero and no shops, schools, or health services within a 15-minute walk.