Corlette

The population is far older than the national figure, with the typical resident aged 52. Seniors make up 32.8% of the community, which is far above the national average of 17.2%, while children under 15 are well below the state average at 14.5%.

English and Australian ancestries are most common. About 19.3% of residents were born overseas, which is much higher than most similar areas, though this is still well below the national figure of 27.7%.

English is the main language for 91.1% of the community. While 5.9% of people use another language at home, which is higher than most similar areas, this is still far below the New South Wales average of 26.6%.

More than half of residents identify as Christian, and 37.8% of people report no religion. This figure for no religion is well above the state average of 33.2%.

Qualifications are higher than in most similar areas, with 18.9% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. However, this is still well below the national average of 26.3%.

The typical personal weekly income is $674, which is a little below the national figure of $805. About 10.7% of people earn $2,000 or more a week, a figure that is higher than most similar areas.

Health needs are much higher than in most similar areas, with 36% of people living with a long-term health condition. This is well above the national average of 27.7%, and 7.5% of residents need help with daily activities.

The area has a strong history of service, with 7.6% of residents having served in the Defence Force, which is well above the national average. Volunteers are also a little above the national figure at 16.3%.

There are 147 First Nations people in the area. The First Nations unemployment rate is 5.4%, which is well below the national figure of 12.3%.

Families with children make up 48.2% of households. People living alone make up 20.4% of the community, which is well below the national average of 25.6%.

Housing is dominated by large homes, with 93.6% of dwellings having three or more bedrooms. Half of all homes are owned outright, which is far above the national average of 31%.

Most people rely on cars, and 46.1% of homes have two vehicles. While there are many public transport stops compared to similar areas, only 0.3% of people use them to commute.

The community has seen significant movement, with 43.3% of people moving in the last five years. This is well above the national figure of 40.7%.

Fewer people are in the workforce here than in most similar areas, with only 49.8% of adults working or looking for work. Common industries include health care, accommodation, and retail.

While 100% of homes are within a 15-minute walk of a park, the area is less walkable than the state average. Many residents live far from health services and groceries, and the terrain is steeper than the state average.