Bushells Ridge

The community is very small with only 8 residents. It is a far older population than the rest of the state and country, with a typical age of 60.

The most common country of birth is Australia at 113%, ahead of England (0%).

The most common language used at home is English only at 113%, ahead of Mandarin (0%).

The most common religious affiliation is Christianity at 88%, ahead of No religion (50%).

The area is served by seven schools within 3 km, which is more than about 79% of similar areas. These schools are generally large, with an average size of 620 students.

Incomes are much lower than in most similar areas. The typical weekly personal income is $374, which is far below the national figure of $805.

The most common long-term health conditions reported is Arthritis at 38%, ahead of Mental health (38%).

There are no Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people living here. The one First Nations resident is far older than the national typical age of 24.

Homes here tend to be slightly larger than the national average, with 2.7 people per home.

Typical weekly rent is $450, which is much higher than in most similar areas and a little above the national figure.

While there are 2 bus stops and 1 route, the walk to the nearest stop takes 30 minutes, which is longer than in most areas.

The most common industries people work in is Agriculture, forestry & fishing at 0%, ahead of Mining (0%).

The area is heavily car-dependent with a walkability score of 0.3, far below the state average of 6.2. No homes are within a 15-minute walk of parks, schools, groceries, or health services.