Carey Bay

The typical resident is 54, making the area far older than both New South Wales and Australia. Seniors make up 39.2% of the population, a figure that is among the highest for similar areas.

Most residents were born in Australia, though 14.6% were born overseas. English is the most common ancestry after Australian, followed by Irish and Scottish heritage.

English is the dominant language, spoken by 91.8% of the community. Only 4.5% of people use another language at home, which is far below the national figure.

Over half of the population identifies as Christian, while 37.5% of residents have no religion. This lack of religious affiliation is well above the New South Wales average.

About 22.9% of adults hold a bachelor degree or higher, though this is well below the state average. Nearly half of the residents have completed Year 12.

Typical household incomes are well below the national figure, with the usual weekly income sitting at $1,266. This is lower than most similar areas.

Health challenges are common here, as 41.2% of people have a long-term health condition. This is far above the national average, with arthritis and mental health being the most reported issues.

The area has a higher-than-usual proportion of former Defence Force members at 4.1%. Unpaid care for children and housework are at levels similar to most other areas.

There are 26 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in the area. Personal income for First Nations residents is much lower than in most similar areas.

Many people live alone here, with 38% of households consisting of one person. This helps explain why the typical home has only 2.1 people, which is much lower than most areas.

Home ownership is strong, with 44.7% of homes owned outright, far above the national figure. Rent is typically $327 a week, which is a little below the Australian average.

Most people rely on cars, though 29.4% work from home, which is well above the national figure. While public transport stops are plentiful, no one uses them to commute.

The area has seen significant movement, with 41.8% of residents arriving in the last five years. This is slightly higher than the state and national averages.

Fewer adults are working or looking for work compared to most areas, at 46.9%. Those who are employed often work in health care, social assistance, or construction.

The area is mostly car-dependent, as there are no groceries, health services, or schools within a 15-minute walk. However, almost everyone lives within a short walk of a park and public transport.