Countegany

The typical resident is 58, making this area far older than the New South Wales average. Seniors aged 65 and over make up 34.2% of the population, which is far above the national figure of 17.2%.

About 26.3% of residents were born overseas, which is much higher than in most similar areas. English is the most common ancestry at 55.3%.

English is the only language used at home, with 100% of residents speaking it. This means the proportion of people using another language is far below the national average.

Christianity is the primary faith for 78.9% of the community. Those with no religion make up 18.4%, which is far below the national figure of 38.9%.

While 60.6% of residents completed Year 12, which is a little above the national average, only 9.1% hold a bachelor degree or higher. This is far below the state figure of 27.8%.

Typical weekly family income is $2,125, which is about the same as the national figure. However, personal income is well below the state average at $632 per week.

Health needs are high here, with 15.8% of people needing help with daily activities, far above the national figure of 5.8%. Long-term health conditions are also more common than usual at 31.6%.

Unpaid care is common, with 27.3% of people providing it—a rate far above the national average. Conversely, 0% of the community care for children, consistent with the total absence of children in the area.

There are no Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people living in this area.

Homes are smaller than usual, with 2.1 people per home. This is a little below the national average of 2.5.

Typical monthly home-loan payments are $1,409, which is well below the national figure of $1,863.

The area is entirely car-dependent, with 0% of people using public transport. Around 20% of workers operate from home, which is a little below the national average.

The population is very stable, as only 9.1% of people have moved in the last five years. This is far below the national figure of 40.7%.

Employment is very high, with 75.8% of adults working or looking for work, far above the national figure. Full-time employment is also far above the state average at 84%.

Countegany is completely car-dependent, with a walkability score of 0.0. There are no parks, schools, or shops within a 15-minute walk.