Laverstock

The area is much older than most, with a typical age of 53, far exceeding the national figure of 38. While children under 15 make up 16.7% of the population, there are no residents aged 15 to 24.

People born overseas are much rarer here than in most areas, and the population is almost entirely Australian, English, Irish, or Scottish.

English is the only language used at home, which is far below the New South Wales figure of 26.6% for people using another language.

About 40% of residents identify as Christian, while 30% have no religion, which is well below the national figure of 38.9%.

Residents are well qualified, with 62.5% completing Year 12, a figure well above the national average of 58.8%.

Personal incomes are a little above the national figure, and 16.7% of people earn $2,000 or more a week, which is well above the state average.

Long-term health conditions are far more common here than in the rest of Australia, affecting 56.7% of people, though no one reported needing help with daily activities.

A strong history of service is evident, with 21.4% of people having served in the Defence Force and 20.8% volunteering, both figures far above the state average.

There are no Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people living in the area.

Most households are couples, and homes are slightly smaller than the national average with 2.3 people per home.

Typical monthly home-loan payments are $1,200, far below the state figure of $2,167, though weekly rents are a little above the national average at $450.

The area has no public transport routes or stops, leaving residents completely reliant on private vehicles.

The community is very settled, with far fewer people moving in the last five years compared to the New South Wales average of 39.9%.

The local workforce is active, with 66.7% of adults working or looking for work, which is well above the national figure of 61.1%.

Laverstock is entirely car-dependent, with no shops, parks, schools, or health services within a 15-minute walk.