Crystal Creek

The community is far older than the national figure, with 23.6% of people aged 65 and over. However, it is also a place for young families, as children under 15 make up 21.7% of the population, which is well above the state and national averages.

Most residents were born in Australia, and the area has far fewer overseas-born people than the state average. English and Australian ancestries are the most common, with Irish and Scottish roots also appearing frequently.

English is the primary language for 90.5% of the community. This is consistent with the low number of overseas births, and as a result, the proportion of people who speak little or no English is well below the national figure.

A large number of residents report having no religion, at 43.3%, which is well above the national figure. Christianity is also common, accounting for 44.1% of the population.

The area has a very low rate of Year 12 completion, at 34.7%, which is far below the state average. While 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, this is also well below the national figure.

Incomes are generally lower here than in most other areas. The typical household earns $1,210 a week, and only 7.6% of households earn $3,000 or more per week, which is far below the state average.

Long-term health conditions are reported by 29.7% of people, a little above the national figure. Arthritis is the most common condition, and 8.7% of residents have a mental health condition.

Unpaid housework is more common here than in most areas, with 28.6% of people doing 15 or more hours a week. A slightly higher proportion of residents have also served in the Defence Force compared to the state average.

There are seven Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in the area. While their household income is well below the state average, the typical personal income for First Nations residents is far above the national figure.

Families are often large, with 2.6 people per home and a high number of couples with children. About 14.1% of households are one-parent families, which is about the same as the national figure.

The area is dominated by separate houses, making up 98.9% of dwellings. Home ownership is very high, with 44.6% of homes owned outright, while renting is far less common than in the rest of the state.

Car use is essential, as 0% of people commute by public transport and every home has at least one motor vehicle. Very few people work from home, at 9.4%, which is far below the national average.

The population is very stable, with only 24% of people having moved in the last five years. This is far below the state and national figures, suggesting a long-term resident base.

The unemployment rate is 7.3%, which is a little above the national figure. Full-time employment is far below the state average, and many residents work in health care or agriculture.

Crystal Creek is highly car-dependent, with a walkability score far below the state average. There are no groceries, health services, or parks within a 15-minute walk for any home.