Busbys Flat

The community is far older than most, with seniors making up 22.8% of the population. However, children under 15 also make up a large share at 28.1%, which is well above the national average of 18.2%.

Most residents were born in Australia, with only 8.8% born overseas, a figure far below the national average. Those with overseas roots mostly cite English, Irish, or Dutch ancestry.

English is the only language used at home, and there are no residents who speak little or no English, which is far below the state and national figures.

Nearly half of the population (49.1%) report having no religion, which is far above the national figure of 38.9%.

Educational attainment is much lower than in most areas, with only 8.2% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher and only 28.6% completing Year 12.

Incomes are among the lowest at this level, with the typical personal weekly income of $237 falling far below the national figure of $805. No one in the area earns $2,000 or more per week.

A high number of people need help with daily activities, at 12.3%, which is well above the national average. Conversely, reports of long-term health or mental health conditions are well below the state average.

Community spirit is evident in the 18.4% who volunteer, a figure well above the national average. There is also a high rate of former Defence Force members at 5.5%.

There are no Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people living in this area.

Families mostly consist of couples, with 54.1% being couples without children and 43.2% being couples with children. There are no one-parent families here.

Rent is very affordable, with a typical weekly rent of $130, which is far below the national figure. Typical monthly home loan payments are $1,733.

The area has no public transport routes or stops, leaving residents entirely dependent on other means of travel.

The population is quite mobile, with 47.2% of residents having moved house in the last five years, which is well above the national average.

Only 32.7% of adults are working or looking for work, a figure far below the national average of 61.1%.

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.