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Eraring

14 km²

A high proportion of retirees live in Eraring, where the typical resident is 60 years old. This small community is far older than the national average, with over 41% of people aged 65 and over. Most residents live in large, detached houses that they own outright, creating a stable and established neighbourhood. It is a place where a quarter of the people volunteer and many provide unpaid care for others.

Despite high local incomes, the area's schools serve a less advantaged intake.

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The area is far older than the state and national figures, with very few children under 15. De facto relationships are also much less common here than in most other areas.

English and Australian are the most common ancestries. While 14% of residents were born overseas—which is higher than in similar areas—this is still far below the state and national averages.

English is the primary language for the vast majority, and 4.1% use another language at home. Notably, no residents report speaking little or no English.

About 42.1% of people report having no religion, which is well above the national figure. The remaining majority identify as Christian.

A higher number of residents hold bachelor degrees compared to similar areas, though this is still well below the state average. Many adults here did not complete Year 12, falling far below the national figure.

Household incomes are generally higher than in most areas, and 28.4% of households earn $3,000 or more a week. However, typical personal weekly incomes are a little below the national figure.

Health challenges are common, with 44.3% of people reporting a long-term health condition—a figure far above the national average. This is reflected in the 9% who need help with daily activities, which is much higher than most areas.

Volunteering is very common, with 25.1% of people pitching in, far above the national figure. This high level of community support extends to unpaid care and housework, both of which are among the highest for this level.

First Nations residents are far older than the state and national averages, with a typical age of 41. Their personal and household incomes are also much higher than most areas.

Most households are couples, with nearly half having no children. Very few people live alone, and one-parent families are less common than in most other areas.

Housing is dominated by detached homes, with 63.6% owned outright—a figure far above the national average. Renting is very rare here, and typical weekly rents are far below the state and national figures.

Every home has at least one motor vehicle, and 26.1% of workers work from home, which is well above the national figure. While there are more public transport stops per person than in most areas, no one uses them to commute.

About 34.9% of residents moved in the last five years, which is higher than in similar areas. There were no recent arrivals from overseas.

Adults working or looking for work are far fewer than in the state or nation. While the unemployment rate is 0.0%, full-time employment is lower than in most areas.

The area is heavily car-dependent with a very low walkability score. Almost no homes are within a 15-minute walk of groceries, health services, schools, or parks.

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