Dignams Creek

The community is far older than the state average, with a typical resident aged 55 and 23.2% of the population aged 65 or over. De facto relationships are very common here, far exceeding national levels at 31.1%.

Most residents were born in Australia (70.7%), though those born overseas make up 14.6% of the population. English, Scottish, and Irish ancestries are the most frequent heritage groups after Australian.

English is the only language spoken at home, with no residents using another language or speaking little to no English, which is far below the national figure.

Over half the community (52.4%) reports having no religion, a figure far above both the state and national averages.

A quarter of adults hold a bachelor degree or higher, which is much higher than most similar areas. Half of the residents have completed Year 12.

Incomes are much lower than the national average across the board, with no one earning $2,000 or more a week and a typical personal weekly income of $586.

Health challenges are more common here than in most areas, with 34.1% of people living with a long-term health condition and 7.3% needing help with daily activities.

The area has a very high rate of volunteering (35.9%) and unpaid care, alongside a strong history of military service, with 10.8% of residents having served in the Defence Force.

There are no Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people recorded in this area, which is lower than most similar locations.

Homes are smaller than usual, with only 2.0 people per dwelling. About 36.1% of people live alone, far above the national average of 25.6%.

Every home in the area is a separate house, and 52.8% are owned outright, far above the national figure. Rent is much lower than usual, typically costing $150 per week.

The community is entirely car-dependent with no public transport stops. However, 38.7% of people work from home, well above the national average.

The population is very stable, as only 20.3% of residents have moved in the last five years, far below the national figure of 40.7%.

Only 39.7% of adults are working or looking for work, among the lowest for its level. Those who are employed work mostly in agriculture, retail, and professional services.

This is a car-dependent area with no parks, schools, or shops within a 15-minute walk and a walkability score of 0.0.