Hermidale

The typical resident is 43, making the population noticeably older than the national figure. First Nations people make up 7.9% of the community, which is well above the state and national averages.

Most residents were born in Australia, and the area has a very low percentage of overseas-born people compared to the rest of the state. English and Irish are the most common ancestries after Australian.

English is the primary language for the vast majority of the community. Only 3.1% of people use another language at home, which is far below the national figure.

Over half of the population identifies as Christian. A smaller number have no religion, which is far below the national average.

Educational attainment is among the lowest for similar areas, with only 24.5% of people completing Year 12 and no residents holding a bachelor degree or higher.

Typical weekly household income is $1,562, which is a little below the state and national figures. Only 8.8% of households earn $3,000 or more per week, far below the national average.

Mental health conditions are much less common here than in most areas. Additionally, the percentage of people with a long-term health condition is far below the national figure.

Community spirit is high, with 24.5% of people volunteering, far above the national average. Unpaid care is also common, with 19.4% of people providing such support.

The First Nations community is relatively young, with a typical age of 19. Personal incomes for First Nations people are far above the state and national averages.

Homes are slightly larger than usual, with 2.7 people per household. While many live in couples with children, there is also a high number of people living alone.

Every home in Hermidale is a separate house, and 76.5% have three or more bedrooms. No one in the area rents, and mortgage payments are far below the national average.

The area is heavily reliant on cars, with no homes without a vehicle. While some work from home, others drive, and no one commutes via public transport.

The population is very stable, with only 22.8% of people moving in the last five years, which is far below the national average.

Employment is strong, with a 0% unemployment rate and 68.9% of people working full-time. Over half of the workforce is employed in agriculture, forestry, and fishing.

The area is mostly car-dependent, as no homes are within a 15-minute walk of groceries or health services. The walkability score is far below the state average.