Dripstone

The community is far older than the state average, with 23.5% of people aged 65 and over. This is reflected in the low number of children, who make up only 11.8% of the population, which is well below the national figure.

Most residents were born in Australia, and those born overseas make up only 4.4%, a figure far below the state average. English is the most common ancestry at 42.6%.

English is the only language used at home for 91.2% of residents, and no one in the community speaks little or no English, which is well below the national figure.

Christianity is the most common faith at 45.6%, while 35.3% of people report no religion, which is a little above the New South Wales figure.

Half of the residents have completed Year 12, though this is well below the state average. Qualifications are spread across health, engineering, and society and culture.

Incomes are much lower than most areas, with a typical weekly household earning $1,125, which is well below the national figure of $1,746.

Long-term health conditions are far more common here than across Australia, affecting 39.7% of people. Arthritis and asthma are the most reported issues.

Unpaid housework and childcare are more common here than in the state average, though the local volunteer rate is a little below the national figure.

First Nations people make up a large part of the community, with a typical age of 51, which is far older than the national average of 24.

Family homes are common, with 44.2% being couples with children. Very few people live alone compared to most other areas.

Every home in Dripstone is a separate house, and 57.7% are owned outright, which is far above the national figure. Rent is also much lower than typical, at $240 a week.

The area is entirely dependent on cars, as there are no public transport stops and 100% of homes own at least one vehicle.

The population is very stable, with only 13.1% of people moving in the last five years, far below the national average.

Full-time employment is far above the state average at 72.4%, and there is currently no unemployment in the area.

The area is completely car-dependent, with no shops, schools, or health services within a 15-minute walk.