Brushy Creek

Residents here are far older than the state and national averages, with a typical age of 49. De facto relationships are much more common than in most areas, while the population of children and seniors is lower than the state average.

The community is almost entirely born in Australia, with no residents born overseas. Ancestry is predominantly Australian, English, and Scottish.

English is the only language used at home, with no residents using another language or speaking little to no English, which is far below the national figure.

Christianity is the primary religious affiliation at 67.6%, and there are no residents who identify as having no religion, a figure far below the state and national averages.

The area is well-qualified, with 31.3% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher, which is well above the national figure. Many of these qualifications are in agriculture, environment, and education.

Typical family and household incomes are well below the state and national figures, though typical personal income is around the middle for similar areas.

The population is healthier than most, with a long-term health condition rate of 21.6%, which is well below the national average. No residents reported needing help with daily activities or having a mental health condition.

Volunteering is very common, with 37.5% of people volunteering, far above the national average. There is also a higher than average rate of people providing unpaid care for children.

There is no Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander population in this area, which is smaller than about 60% of similar areas.

Most homes are occupied by couples with children, and there are no one-parent families, which is far below the state average.

Typical monthly home-loan payments are a little above the national figure, but typical weekly rents are far below the state and national averages.

The area is entirely car-reliant for commuting, with no public transport stops or routes available. About 20.8% of the workforce works from home.

The population is very stable, with only 13.5% of people moving in the last five years, a figure far below the state and national averages.

Employment rates are very high, with 75% of adults working or looking for work and 79.2% employed full-time. Half of the workforce is employed in agriculture, forestry, and fishing, and 75% of residents work as managers.

The area is completely car-dependent, with no shops, schools, parks, or health services within a 15-minute walk.