Bukkulla

The community has a young feel, with children under 15 making up 24.8% of the population, which is well above the state and national averages. While the typical resident is 43, First Nations people make up 10.1% of the population, a much higher proportion than in most other areas.

The area is overwhelmingly Australian-born, with only 2% of people born overseas, far below the national figure of 27.7%. Most residents claim Australian, English, or Scottish ancestry.

English is the primary language for the vast majority, and only 3.4% of people use another language at home, which is far below the New South Wales average of 26.6%.

Over half of the population identifies as Christian. Those with no religion make up 30.9%, which is well below the national figure of 38.9%.

Education levels are lower than most areas, with only 37.5% of residents completing Year 12, far below the state average of 58.9%. Qualifications are often focused on education and agriculture.

Typical personal weekly income is $627, which is well below the national figure of $805. However, typical family incomes are about the same as the state average at $2,031 per week.

Long-term health conditions are reported by 36.2% of residents, which is well above the national figure of 27.7%. Despite this, those needing help with daily activities are fewer than in most areas.

Volunteering is common here, with 18.6% of people volunteering, well above the national figure of 14.1%. There is also a slightly higher rate of people providing unpaid care than the state average.

There are 15 First Nations people in the area. Their typical personal income of $725 is well above the national figure of $540.

Homes are generally larger, with 2.6 people per home, and the area has a very high proportion of couples with children. Conversely, very few people live alone compared to most Australian areas.

Every home in Bukkulla is a separate house with at least three bedrooms. Home ownership is strong, with 46.8% of houses owned outright, far above the national figure of 31.0%.

The community is entirely dependent on cars, as 100% of homes own at least one vehicle and there are no public transport stops in the area.

The population is relatively stable, with 30.4% of people moving in the last five years, which is far below the national figure of 40.7%.

Agriculture, forestry, and fishing are major employers, making up 26.7% of jobs. The unemployment rate is 0.0%, well below both the state and national figures.

The area is completely car-dependent, with a walkability score of 0.0. There are no shops, schools, or health services within a 15-minute walk for any resident.