Chatsbury

The community is notably older than most areas, with a typical age of 54. While children under 15 make up 15.1% of the population, which is well below the national figure, there are more people in de facto relationships here than in most similar areas.

The area is overwhelmingly Australian-born, with only 5.8% of people born overseas—a figure far below the national average. Those with overseas heritage most commonly cite English, Scottish, and Indian ancestry.

English is the only language spoken at home in this community. The percentage of people using another language is 0.0%, which is far below the figures for both New South Wales and Australia.

Christianity is the most common faith, accounting for 57.0% of residents. Those reporting no religion make up 30.2%, which is a little below the state average.

A quarter of adults hold a bachelor degree or higher, which is much higher than most similar areas. However, only 39.5% completed Year 12, which is far below the national figure.

Typical personal weekly income is $1,017, which is well above the national figure. Additionally, 27.8% of households earn $3,000 or more a week, a rate much higher than most other areas.

While no one reported needing help with daily activities, 33.7% of residents have a long-term health condition—well above the national figure. Arthritis, cancer, and heart disease are the most common reports.

A high number of residents spend 15 or more hours a week on unpaid housework, which is well above the national average. There is also a much higher proportion of former Defence Force members compared to most areas.

The First Nations population is very small, with a typical age of 70 and a typical personal income of $225, both of which are among the lowest or highest at this level.

Most people live in couples, with 49.3% being couples without children and 38.0% being couples with children. Very few people live alone, at just 11.1%.

Every home in Chatsbury is a separate house, and 88.9% have three or more bedrooms. Renting is rare at 11.1%, and the typical monthly mortgage payment of $1,400 is well below the national figure.

The area is entirely car-dependent, with every home owning at least one motor vehicle. There are no public transport stops, and it takes 130 minutes to drive to the city.

The population is relatively stable, with 28.6% of people having moved in the last five years, which is far below the national average of 40.7%.

Employment rates are strong, with 68.8% of people working full-time—far above the national figure. Managers make up 35.4% of occupations, while others work in agriculture, professional services, and education.

There are no shops, schools, parks, or health services within a 15-minute walk. With a walkability score of 0.0, the area is completely car-dependent.