Bombowlee

The area is far older than the national figure, with a typical age of 51 and a much higher proportion of seniors. Children under 15 make up only 12% of the population, which is well below the state and national figures.

Most residents were born in Australia, and the community has a much lower proportion of overseas-born people (6.9%) than the national average. Ancestry is predominantly Australian and English.

English is the primary language for almost everyone here, with only 1.7% of people using another language at home, far below the national figure.

A large majority of residents identify as Christians, while those with no religion (20.3%) are far fewer than in the rest of the state or nation.

Educational qualifications are lower than the national average, with only 40.2% of residents having completed Year 12. However, those with degrees are often qualified in engineering, education, or management.

Typical family and household incomes are about the same as the national figures, though the area has a higher share of high-earners than most similar places.

Mental health conditions are much less common here than in most areas. While long-term health conditions are slightly more frequent than the state average, few people require help with daily activities.

Residents are much more likely to provide unpaid care or do heavy housework than people in other areas. There is also a higher rate of former Defence Force members and volunteers compared to the state average.

There are 4 First Nations people in the area. While the typical personal income for this group is among the lowest for its level, the typical household income is well above the state and national figures.

Most homes are occupied by couples with children or couples without children. Families here tend to be slightly larger than the national average, with 2.6 people per home.

Housing is dominated by detached houses, all of which are separate dwellings. A huge 52.9% of homes are owned outright, far above the national figure, and most have three or more bedrooms.

The area is entirely car-dependent, with every single home owning at least one motor vehicle. No one uses public transport to commute, and there are no public transport stops in the area.

The community is very stable, with far fewer people moving in the last five years compared to the state or national averages. There have been no recent arrivals from overseas.

Full-time employment is well above the national average at 66.2%, and the unemployment rate is very low. Many residents work in health, construction, or manufacturing.

The area has a very low walkability score and is strictly car-dependent. Almost no one lives within a 15-minute walk of a park, school, grocery store, or health service.