Manar

The community has a strong First Nations presence, with 6.3% of people identifying as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, well above the national figure. It is a relatively young-adult population, with a typical age of 39 and much lower proportions of children and seniors than most areas.

While most residents were born in Australia, 18.8% were born overseas, which is much higher than in similar areas. The most common ancestries are Australian, English, Scottish, and German.

English is the dominant language for 79.5% of the community. While 6.3% of people use another language at home—a figure higher than most similar areas—this is still far below the New South Wales average.

A large number of residents identify as having no religion, at 49.1%, which is far above both the state and national figures. Christianity is the next most common affiliation at 32.1%.

The area is highly qualified, with 68.2% of people completing Year 12 and 28.3% holding a bachelor degree or higher. These figures are both much higher than in most similar areas.

Earnings are a standout feature, with a typical personal income of $1,034 a week, which is well above the national figure. Typical household and family incomes are also higher than most similar areas.

About 29.5% of people have a long-term health condition, which is a little above the national average. Arthritis and asthma are the most frequently reported conditions.

The area has a very high rate of former Defence Force members at 9.5%, well above the national figure. About 19.6% of residents volunteer, which is also well above the state and national averages.

First Nations households earn much more than most similar areas, with a typical income of $2,499. However, the typical personal income is $450, which is a little below the national figure, and the typical age is noticeably younger at 17.

The community is dominated by couples, with 55.3% having no children and 42.4% having children. Very few people live alone, at just 8.1%, which is far below the national figure.

Every single home in Manar is a separate house, and 86.5% have three or more bedrooms. Mortgage payments are among the highest for its level, with a typical monthly cost of $2,659.

The area is entirely car-dependent, with every home owning at least one motor vehicle and no one using public transport to get to work. Most households own two or three vehicles.

The community is quite mobile, with 45.6% of people moving in the last five years, which is well above the national figure. There have been no recent arrivals from overseas.

The workforce is very active, with 65.2% of adults working or looking for work—well above the national figure. Many residents work in professional, technical, or agricultural roles, and there is currently no unemployment.

Manar is completely car-dependent, with a walkability score of 0.0. There are no parks, schools, shops, or public transport stops within a 15-minute walk of any home.