Blackville

The typical resident is 45, which is noticeably older than the national figure of 38. First Nations people make up 10.2% of the population, a figure well above the national average of 3.2%.

The community is overwhelmingly Australian born, with only 3.9% born overseas, far below the national figure of 27.7%. Most residents identify as having Australian, English, or Scottish ancestry.

English is the only language used at home, meaning 0.0% of people use another language. This is far below the national figure of 22.3%.

Christianity is the most common religion at 43.0%, while 30.5% of residents have no religion, which is well below the national figure of 38.9%.

Education levels are much lower than most areas, with no residents holding a bachelor degree and only 35.3% completing Year 12. This is far below the national figure of 58.8%.

Income varies widely; while 33.3% of households earn $3,000 or more a week, the typical household income of $1,416 is well below the national figure.

Residents are in better health than most, with only 18.8% having a long-term health condition, which is well below the national figure of 27.7%.

Volunteering is very common here, with 25.2% of people volunteering, far above the national figure of 14.1%. However, fewer people provide unpaid childcare or housework compared to most areas.

There are 13 First Nations people in the area. Their typical personal income is about the same as the national figure, but the typical family income of $2,249 is well above the national average.

Homes are slightly larger than usual with 2.7 people per household. About 30% of people live alone, which is well above the national figure of 25.6%.

Every home in Blackville is a separate house, and 100% have three or more bedrooms. Half of all homes are owned outright, far above the national figure of 31%.

The area is car-dependent, with no public transport stops and 0% of people commuting by transit. Interestingly, 34.0% of people work from home, which is far above the national figure.

The population is very stable, with only 16.8% of people moving in the last five years, far below the national figure of 40.7%.

Agriculture is the dominant industry for 62.0% of workers. While 70% of people are employed full-time, the unemployment rate is 10.5%, which is well above the national figure.

Blackville is highly car-dependent, with a walkability score of 0.4. There are no grocery stores or health services within a 15-minute walk.