Dundurrabin

The community is far older than the national average, with 23.1% of people aged 65 and over. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people make up 9.1% of the population, which is well above the New South Wales figure of 3.4%.

Most residents were born in Australia, though 14.0% were born overseas, which is higher than in most similar areas. Those with English, Irish, and Scottish ancestry are the most common groups after those of Australian descent.

English is the primary language for 90.9% of residents. While 5.0% of people use another language at home—higher than in most similar areas—everyone in the community speaks English to some level.

A very high 63.6% of residents report having no religion, a figure far above the national average of 38.9%.

Education levels are much lower than the state average, with only 28.1% of residents completing Year 12. Only 4.1% of adults hold a bachelor degree or higher, far below the New South Wales figure of 27.8%.

Incomes are among the lowest for this level, with a typical household earning just $492 a week. No households in the area earn $3,000 or more weekly, which is far below the state and national figures.

Health challenges are common here, as 38.0% of people have a long-term health condition. Mental health conditions are particularly prevalent at 19.8%, which is far above the national figure of 8.8%.

A high 45.4% of residents spend 15 or more hours a week on unpaid housework, far above the national average. Additionally, 5.4% have served in the Defence Force, which is much higher than most similar areas.

There are 11 First Nations people in the area, with a typical personal income of $450. This is well below the New South Wales figure of $600.

Living arrangements are unusual for the region, with 50.8% of people living alone and 48.1% of families being one-parent households. Consequently, homes are small, with a typical size of 2.0 people.

Housing is very affordable, with a typical weekly rent of $175 and typical mortgage payments of $867. Many residents own their homes outright, at 47.5%, which is far above the national average.

The area is entirely without public transport stops. While most homes have a car, 16.0% of households have no motor vehicle, which is well above the national figure of 7.4%.

The population is relatively stable, with 28.2% of people moving in the last five years, far below the national average of 40.7%.

Job prospects are low, with only 24.7% of adults working or looking for work. The unemployment rate is 16.7%, which is far above both the state and national figures.

Dundurrabin is almost entirely car-dependent, with no homes within a 15-minute walk of groceries, health services, or public transport.