Dry Plain

The area is far older than the state and nation, with 45.2% of residents aged 65 and over. This trend is matched by a high proportion of people in de facto relationships, at 30.0%, which is far above the national figure.

Most residents were born in Australia (69.0%), and the community has far fewer overseas-born people than the state average. The most common ancestries are Australian and English, both at 47.6%.

English is the only language used at home for 88.1% of the population. No residents reported using another language at home, which is far below the national figure of 22.3%.

About 61.9% of the community identifies as Christian. Those reporting no religion make up 33.3% of the population, which is about the same as the New South Wales figure.

A higher number of people hold bachelor degrees or higher compared to similar areas, though this is still well below the national figure. Qualifications are strongest in management, commerce, agriculture, and the environment.

Typical weekly incomes for families, households, and individuals are all higher than those in most similar areas. This is highlighted by the fact that 20% of people earn $2,000 or more a week, which is well above the national average.

Long-term health conditions are far more common here than in the rest of the state, including mental health conditions for 21.4% of residents. However, no one reported needing help with daily activities.

Participation in unpaid care for children is among the lowest for this level, far below the national figure. About 14.3% of the community are volunteers.

There are no Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people living in this area, which is smaller than about 60% of similar areas.

Homes are smaller than usual, with 2.1 people per home. This is consistent with a population dominated by couples without children, who make up 75.9% of families.

Typical monthly home-loan payments of $1,400 and weekly rents of $300 are both well below the New South Wales and national figures.

The area is entirely dependent on cars, with no public transport stops or routes available. This is reflected in the workforce, where 37.5% of people work from home—far above the national figure.

About 33.3% of the population moved in the last five years, which is well below the national figure of 40.7%.

A very high 80% of adults are working or looking for work, far above the national figure. Most residents work in agriculture, forestry, fishing, or public administration.

Dry Plain is completely car-dependent, with no schools, parks, or shops within a 15-minute walk. Its walkability score is 0.0, which is far below the state average.