Charlotte Bay

The community is notably older than the national average, but it also has a high number of children and a First Nations population that is a little above the state figure.

Most residents were born in Australia, though 14.3% were born overseas, with English and Australian being the most common ancestries.

English is the dominant language spoken at home, and the proportion of people who speak little or no English is well below the national figure.

A majority of the population reports having no religion, a figure far above the national average.

Qualifications are generally lower than the state average, with typical residents far less likely to hold a bachelor's degree or have completed Year 12.

Typical incomes are well below the national figure, and the proportion of households earning $3,000 or more a week is much lower than most areas.

The area reports lower rates of mental health conditions and long-term health issues compared to the national average.

There is a high level of unpaid housework and childcare here, with figures far above the state and national averages.

First Nations residents in the area are far younger than the state average, and their typical personal income is well below the national figure.

Homes tend to be larger than usual, with more people per home and far fewer people living alone than in most other areas.

Every home in the area is a separate house, and a very high 59.6% are owned outright, which is far above the national figure.

Car use is essential as no one uses public transport to commute, though 32.9% of workers operate from home, which is far above the national average.

The population is relatively stable, with a lower proportion of people moving in the last five years and almost no recent arrivals from overseas.

Full-time employment is far below the national figure, and residents commonly work in construction, health care, and retail.

The area is mostly car-dependent with a very low walkability score, although nearly 75% of homes are within a 15-minute walk of groceries.