Bungaba

Bungaba is far older than most areas; the typical resident is 51 and 27.3% are seniors, which is well above the state figure. There are very few children, with only 6.8% under 15, far below the national average of 18.2%.

Most residents were born in Australia, and those with overseas roots predominantly cite English, Irish, or Scottish ancestry. Only 12.5% of the population was born overseas, which is far below the New South Wales figure of 29.3%.

English is the only language spoken at home here, with 80.7% of the population using it exclusively. This means the area has a far lower proportion of people using another language at home compared to the national figure.

Christianity is the most common faith at 44.3%. Those reporting no religion make up 30.7% of the population, which is well below the Australian average of 38.9%.

Educational attainment is much lower than in most areas, with only 5.2% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. Only 35.1% of residents finished Year 12, far below the state figure of 58.9%.

Typical weekly household income is $1,437, which is well below the New South Wales figure. No households in the area earn $3,000 or more per week, a figure far below the national average.

Health challenges are common here, with 38.6% of people living with a long-term condition, far above the national average. Mental health conditions are particularly prevalent at 18.2%, among the highest proportions at this level.

A higher number of residents have served in the Defence Force (6.8%) compared to the state average. However, volunteer rates are among the lowest for similar areas at 7.8%.

The First Nations population is a little above the national average. Those in First Nations households earn a typical weekly income of $2,250, which is well above the state and national figures.

Homes are generally small, with a typical size of 2.1 people, which is a little below the national average. Nearly half of all households (49.2%) consist of couples without children.

Every single home in Bungaba is a separate house. Renting is uncommon at 11.4%, far below the state average, and 40% of homes are owned outright.

The area is entirely car-dependent, as 87.9% of people drive to work and every home has at least one motor vehicle. There are no public transport stops or routes available.

The population is relatively stable, with 32.9% of people having moved in the last five years, which is well below the national figure of 40.7%.

Mining, retail, and agriculture are the main industries, with mining alone accounting for 30.3% of jobs. Only 42.9% of adults are working or looking for work, far below the national average.

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