Burroway

The area is notably younger than the national figure, with children under 15 making up 29.2% of the population. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people represent 7.0% of the community, which is well above the New South Wales average.

Most residents were born in Australia, and the community is far less diverse than the state average, with only 3.5% born overseas. English and Australian ancestries are the most common.

English is the only language used at home, with 0.0% of people using another language, a figure far below both the state and national averages.

Christianity is the main faith for 57.9% of residents. Those with no religion make up 24.6%, which is well below the national figure of 38.9%.

A higher proportion of adults here have a bachelor degree or higher compared to similar areas, though this remains well below the state average. Many of these qualifications are in agriculture and environment, reflecting the local industry.

Typical household incomes are a little above the national figure at $2,062 per week. About 24.4% of households earn $3,000 or more weekly, which is slightly higher than the national average.

Residents are generally healthier than the state average, with only 20.5% reporting a long-term health condition. Only 2.3% of people need help with daily activities, which is well below the national figure.

Community spirit is high, with 23.4% of people volunteering, far above the New South Wales average. Unpaid childcare is also very common here, at 33.1%.

First Nations people in Burroway are far younger than the national average, with a typical age of just 16. Their typical personal income of $725 is well above the national figure.

Homes are larger than usual, with 3.4 people per household. This is consistent with the high number of couples with children, who make up 78.6% of families.

Every single home in the area is a separate house. Most are large, with 82.2% having three or more bedrooms, and 40% are owned with a mortgage.

Cars are essential here, as 100% of homes have at least one vehicle and there are no public transport stops. Most people drive to work, and 15.1% work from home.

The community has seen significant movement recently, with 40.3% of residents moving house in the last five years.

Employment is very strong, with a 0.0% unemployment rate. Nearly half of the workforce is employed in agriculture, forestry, and fishing.

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