Currawarna

The area is notably young, with children under 15 making up 23.6% of the population, which is well above the national figure. Conversely, seniors aged 65 and over are much less common here than in most other areas.

Most residents were born in Australia, and the area has a much lower proportion of overseas-born people than the state or national averages. English, Irish, and Scottish are the most common ancestries listed.

English is the only language spoken at home, which is far below the state and national figures for linguistic diversity.

About 41.2% of people report having no religion, which is a little above the national figure, while 54.3% identify as Christian.

Education levels are lower than the state average, with far fewer people completing Year 12 or holding a bachelor degree. Many residents hold a Certificate III or IV, with common qualifications in engineering and agriculture.

Typical weekly household income is $1,875, which is about the same as the state average. The typical personal weekly income is $815, which is slightly above the national figure.

Residents are generally healthier than most, with far fewer people living with long-term health conditions. However, the rate of mental health conditions is a little above the national figure.

Volunteering is common here, with 21.7% of people volunteering, well above the state average. A high number of residents also provide unpaid childcare, which is consistent with the large number of children in the area.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people make up 4.0% of the population. For this group, typical personal and household incomes are well below the national figures.

Homes here are larger than usual, with 2.9 people per household. Nearly 70% of families consist of couples with children, and far fewer people live alone compared to the state average.

Every home in the area is a separate house, and nearly 90% have three or more bedrooms. Renting is far less common than in the state, and typical mortgage payments are far below the national figure.

The community is entirely car-dependent, with no one using public transport to commute. Most homes have two or more vehicles, and there are no public transport stops in the area.

The population is relatively stable, with a far lower percentage of people moving in the last five years compared to the rest of Australia.

More adults are working or looking for work than in most similar areas. The local workforce is heavily involved in agriculture, forestry, and fishing.

The area is highly car-dependent, with a walkability score far below the state average. There are no groceries, schools, or health services within a 15-minute walk.