Bribbaree

The population is older than the state and national average, with the typical resident aged 45. Children under 15 make up only 13.9% of the community, which is well below the national figure of 18.2%.

Most residents were born in Australia, and those with overseas origins are far fewer than in the rest of the state. English, Australian, and Scottish are the most common ancestries.

English is the primary language for 92.4% of the community. Only 2.1% of people use another language at home, which is far below the national figure of 22.3%.

Religious affiliation is more common here than in other similar areas, with 66% of people identifying as Christian. Only 22.9% of residents report no religion, which is far below the national average of 38.9%.

Educational qualifications are much lower than in most areas, with only 28.8% of residents completing Year 12. This is far below the national figure of 58.8%.

Typical incomes are among the lowest in the region, with a typical weekly household earning $885. This is far below the national figure of $1,746.

Health challenges are more common here than in most areas; 36.1% of people have a long-term health condition. Around 10.4% need help with daily activities, which is well above the state average.

Volunteering is much higher than in most areas, with 26.7% of people helping out. The community also has a high rate of unpaid carers and a strong presence of former Defence Force members.

First Nations people make up 2.1% of the population. This small group is far older than the national average, with a typical age of 70, and typical personal incomes are much lower than in most areas.

About 28.3% of people live alone, which is well above the state average. The most common household type is a couple with children, making up 50.9% of homes.

Every single home in Bribbaree is a separate house. Home ownership is very high, with 50.9% of homes owned outright, which is far above the national figure of 31%.

The area is entirely reliant on cars, with no one using public transport to commute. Every home has at least one motor vehicle, and 35.1% have two.

About 31.2% of residents moved in the last five years, which is well below the national figure of 40.7%.

Agriculture, forestry, and fishing employ 58.6% of the workforce. While full-time employment is far above the national average, the unemployment rate is also a little higher at 7.7%.

The area is strictly car-dependent, with a walkability score of 0.2. There are no groceries, health services, or parks within a 15-minute walk for any residents.