# Millbank

Suburb / Locality · Area profile

Located in: New South Wales › Rest of NSW › Kempsey › 2440, NSW

Area: 120 km²

An older population defines Millbank, where the typical resident is 59 years old. This small community is far older than the national average and has a significant First Nations presence, with 14.2% of people identifying as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander. It is a quiet, residential area with very few children and a high number of people living alone. Low typical incomes and a lack of local services suggest a community that relies heavily on cars for basic needs.

## Demographics & Identity

The area is far older than the state and national figures, with 22.1% of people aged 65 and over. In contrast, children under 15 make up only 8.0%, which is far below the national average.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Total population | 113 | — |
| Median age | 59 yrs | — |
| Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander population | 14.2% | — |
| People aged 65 and over | 22.1% | — |
| Children under 15 | 8.0% | — |
| People in a de facto relationship | 24.7% | — |

**Age structure** — Older adults (45–64) 36.3%, Seniors (65+) 22.1%, Young adults (25–44) 15.9%, Children (0–14) 8.0%, Youth (15–24) 7.1%

**Marital status** — Never married 39.2%, Married 24.5%, Divorced 22.5%, Widowed 5.9%, Separated 4.9%

## Ancestry & Birthplace

Most residents were born in Australia, and only 4.4% were born overseas, a figure far below the national average. The most common ancestries are Australian, English, Scottish and Irish.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| People born overseas | 4.4% | — |

**Country of birth** — Australia 83.2%, England 3.5%

**Ancestry** — Australian 38.9%, English 35.4%, Scottish 16.8%, Irish 11.5%, German 5.3%, Dutch 3.5%

## Language

English is the only language spoken at home, which is far below the national figure for linguistic diversity. No one in the community speaks little or no English.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| People using another language at home | 0.0% | — |
| People who speak little or no English | 0.0% | — |

**Language used at home** — English only 86.7%

## Religion

About 40% of residents have no religion, which is well above the New South Wales figure. Christianity is the most common religious affiliation at 41.6%.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| People with no religion | 39.8% | — |

**Religious affiliation** — Christianity 41.6%, No religion 39.8%, Not stated 8.8%

## Education & Qualifications

Education levels are much lower than most areas, with only 2.9% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. Only 28.1% of residents completed Year 12, which is far below the national average.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Completed Year 12 | 28.1% | — |
| Adults with a bachelor degree or higher | 2.9% | — |
| Schools within 3 km | 0 | — |

**Highest year of school** — Year 10 31.3%, Year 12 28.1%, Year 9 or below 19.8%, Year 11 7.3%

**Highest qualification level** — Certificate III / IV 50.0%, Advanced diploma / diploma 18.8%, Postgraduate degree 6.3%

**Field of qualification** — Management & commerce 16.7%, Society & culture 16.7%, Architecture & building 8.3%, Health 6.3%, Creative arts 6.3%

## Income

Incomes are among the lowest in the region, with a typical household earning just $774 a week. This is far below the national typical household income of $1,746.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Median personal income (weekly) | $507 | — |
| Median household income (weekly) | $774 | — |
| Median family income (weekly) | $1,281 | — |
| People earning $2,000+ a week | 0.0% | — |
| Households earning $3,000+ a week | 0.0% | — |

**Household income distribution** — Under $650 32.1%, $1,500–$2,999 32.1%, $650–$1,499 30.2%

**Personal income distribution** — Under $650 47.1%, $650–$1,499 28.4%, $1,500–$2,999 6.9%

## Health & Disability

Health challenges are common here; 38.1% of people have a long-term health condition, far above the national figure. Nearly 10% of residents need help with daily activities, which is well above the state average.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| People with a long-term health condition | 38.1% | — |
| People with a mental health condition | 7.1% | — |
| People needing help with daily activities | 9.7% | — |

**Long-term health conditions reported** — Arthritis 21.2%, Asthma 13.3%, Other condition 13.3%, Mental health 7.1%, Cancer 6.2%, Lung condition 6.2%, Diabetes 2.7%

**Number of long-term health conditions** — None 46.9%, One condition 18.6%, Two conditions 11.5%, Three or more 4.4%

## Community Participation

Many residents provide unpaid care or do significant housework, while 4.9% have served in the Defence Force. However, volunteering is lower than the national average at 10.8%.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Volunteers | 10.8% | — |
| People providing unpaid care | 17.6% | — |
| People caring for children unpaid | 15.7% | — |
| People who served in the Defence Force | 4.9% | — |
| People doing 15+ hours of unpaid housework | 30.4% | — |

## First Nations

There are 16 First Nations people in the community, who are typically older than those in other areas at 39 years. Their typical personal income is $724, which is well above the national figure.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people | 16 | — |
| First Nations median age | 39 yrs | — |
| First Nations median personal income | $724 | — |
| First Nations household income | $900 | — |

## Family & Households

Homes are small, with a typical size of 1.9 people, and 39.6% of residents live alone. One-parent families are far more common here than in the rest of the country.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Average household size | 1.9 | — |
| One-parent families | 29.2% | — |
| People living alone | 39.6% | — |

**Family composition** — Couples without children 38.9%, One-parent families 29.2%, Couples with children 25.0%

**Household size** — 2 people 49.1%, 1 person 39.6%, 5 people 5.7%

## Housing & Dwellings

Housing is mostly separate houses, and 49.1% of homes are owned outright, far above the national figure. Typical monthly mortgage payments are very low at $605.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Median rent (weekly) | $250 | — |
| Median mortgage repayment (monthly) | $605 | — |
| Average people per bedroom | 0.80 | — |
| Households renting | 5.7% | — |
| Homes owned outright | 49.1% | — |
| Separate (detached) houses | 88.7% | — |
| Homes with three or more bedrooms | 49.1% | — |

**How homes are owned or rented** — Owned outright 49.1%, Owned with a mortgage 20.8%, Other tenure 9.4%, Rented 5.7%, Not stated 5.7%

**Types of homes** — Separate house 88.7%

**Bedrooms per home** — 3 bedrooms 37.7%, 2 bedrooms 28.3%, 4 bedrooms 11.3%, 1 bedroom 7.5%

**Monthly mortgage distribution** — Under $1,000 45.5%

## Transport & Vehicles

The area is entirely car-dependent, with no one commuting by public transport and every home owning at least one vehicle. About 10.5% of workers work from home.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Homes with no motor vehicle | 0.0% | — |
| People working from home | 10.5% | — |
| Commuting by public transport | 0.0% | — |
| Public transport stops | 0 | — |
| PT stops per 1,000 people | 0.00 | — |
| Weekly PT departures per 1,000 people | 0.0 | — |
| Public transport routes | 0 | — |

**How people get to work** — Car (driver) 68.4%, Walked 23.7%, Worked at home 10.5%

**Motor vehicles per home** — 1 vehicle 44.7%, 2 vehicles 42.6%, 3 vehicles 10.6%, 4 or more 8.5%

## Migration & Movement

The population is very stable, with only 24.0% of people moving into the area in the last five years, far below the national average.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| People who moved in the last 5 years | 24.0% | — |

## Jobs & Industry

Only 43.1% of adults are working or looking for work, far below the national figure. The unemployment rate is 6.8%, which is a little above the national average.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unemployment rate | 6.8% | — |
| Labour-force participation | 43.1% | — |
| Employed full-time | 44.7% | — |

**Industries people work in** — Agriculture, forestry & fishing 31.6%, Public administration & safety 15.8%, Health care & social assistance 15.8%, Education & training 13.2%, Retail trade 7.9%, Professional & technical 7.9%, Administrative & support 7.9%

**Occupations people work in** — Managers 21.1%, Community & personal service 18.4%, Labourers 13.2%, Professionals 7.9%, Clerical & administrative 7.9%, Sales workers 7.9%

## Walkability

The area is completely car-dependent with a walkability score of 0.0. There are no shops, schools, parks or health services within a 15-minute walk.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Walkability score | 0.0 | — |
| Amenity types within a 15-minute walk | 0.0 | — |
| Homes with a 15-minute-city walkshed | 0.0% | — |
| Homes within 15 min walk of groceries | 0.0% | — |
| Homes within 10 min walk of public transport | 0.0% | — |
| Homes within 15 min walk of a school | 0.0% | — |
| Homes within 15 min walk of a park | 0.0% | — |
| Homes within 15 min walk of health services | 0.0% | — |
| Walkable amenities per 1,000 residents | 0.0 | — |
| Street connectivity (intersections/km²) | 0 | — |
| Mean terrain slope | 17.6% | — |

## Nearby areas

[Hickeys Creek](https://censusatlas.au/region/sal/SAL11906/hickeys-creek) · [Upper Taylors Arm](https://censusatlas.au/region/sal/SAL14063/upper-taylors-arm) · [Bakers Creek](https://censusatlas.au/region/sal/SAL10141/bakers-creek) · [Mungay Creek](https://censusatlas.au/region/sal/SAL12852/mungay-creek) · [Willawarrin](https://censusatlas.au/region/sal/SAL14312/willawarrin) · [Taylors Arm](https://censusatlas.au/region/sal/SAL13791/taylors-arm) · [Burrapine](https://censusatlas.au/region/sal/SAL10704/burrapine) · [Toorooka](https://censusatlas.au/region/sal/SAL13931/toorooka)

Interactive profile: https://censusatlas.au/region/sal/SAL12627/millbank