Bywong

The typical resident is 47, making the area far older than both the state and national averages. While the population is larger than most similar areas, it has a relatively low number of people living alone.

Most residents were born in Australia, and English and Australian are the most common ancestries. Those born overseas make up 14.4% of the population, which is higher than most similar areas but far below the state average.

English is the primary language for 92.5% of the community. Only 4.3% of people use another language at home, which is far below the national figure.

Nearly half of residents (47.5%) report having no religion, a figure well above the national average. Christianity is also common, accounting for 46.2% of the population.

This is a highly qualified community, with 36.5% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. This is far above the national average, and 71.1% of residents have completed Year 12.

Household wealth is very high, with 47.7% earning $3,000 or more a week. The typical personal weekly income of $1,328 is far above the national figure of $805.

Long-term health conditions affect 28.9% of people, which is a little above the national average. However, the rate of mental health conditions is lower than most similar areas.

Volunteering is common here, with 22% of people participating, well above the national figure. There is also a strong history of service, as 7.8% of residents served in the Defence Force.

The First Nations community is small, consisting of 32 people. This group has a typical personal income of $1,375, which is far above the state and national figures.

Families with children are the most common household type, making up 61.7% of homes. Because of this, the average home holds 2.8 people, which is much higher than most areas.

Almost every home is a separate house (99.1%), and 91.9% have three or more bedrooms. Renting is very rare here, with only 7.9% of households renting, far below the national average.

The area is heavily reliant on cars, as 0% of homes have no motor vehicle and there are no public transport stops. Most people drive to work, though 15.4% work from home.

The community is relatively stable, with 28.9% of people moving in the last five years, far below the national average. Recent arrivals from overseas are also very low at 2.1%.

Full-time employment is much higher than most areas at 66.9%. Many residents work in public administration and safety, as well as professional and technical roles.

Bywong is almost entirely car-dependent, with a walkability score of 0.2. There are no grocery stores, health services, or schools within a 15-minute walk for any resident.