Maldon

Children under 15 make up 24.0% of the population, which is well above the national figure of 18.2%. While the typical resident is 48, the area has a low proportion of people aged 65 and over compared to most similar places.

The community is almost entirely Australian-born, with 76.0% born here and no one born overseas. This is far below the New South Wales rate of 29.3%.

English is the only language used at home, with no residents speaking another language. This is far below the national figure of 22.3%.

About 32.0% of residents have no religion, which is a little below the state figure of 33.2%. Christianity is the next most common affiliation at 24.0%.

School completion rates are among the lowest at this level, with only 15.0% having finished Year 12, far below the national figure of 58.8%.

Typical weekly household incomes are $1,875, which is about the same as the national figure. However, typical personal weekly incomes are $450, which is far below the Australian average of $805.

Long-term health conditions are much more common here than in most areas, affecting 36.0% of people. This is well above the national figure of 27.7%, though no one requires help with daily activities.

Community participation in the Defence Force is lower than most areas, with 0.0% of residents having served.

The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander population is 0.0%, which is well below the New South Wales rate of 3.4%.

Homes in Maldon are larger than usual, with 2.8 people per home, which is a little above the national figure of 2.5.

Rental costs are far below the national figure, with a typical weekly rent of $230. There are 0.90 people per bedroom, which is a little above the national average.

The area is entirely dependent on cars, with no public transport stops or routes available. The walk to the nearest stop takes 54 minutes, which is much higher than most areas.

The population is very stable, with only 17.4% of people moving in the last five years. This is far below the national figure of 40.7%.

The most common industries people work in is Health care & social assistance at 57%, ahead of Agriculture, forestry & fishing (0%).

Maldon is highly car-dependent with a walkability score of 1.5, far below the state average of 6.2. While 87.5% of homes are near a park, no homes are within a 15-minute walk of groceries, health services, or schools.