Moorbel

First Nations people make up 6.4% of the population, which is much higher than most similar areas and well above the national figure of 3.2%. The community is older than average, with a typical age of 46 years.

The population is overwhelmingly born in Australia, with only 5.2% born overseas. This is far below the New South Wales figure of 29.3%.

English is the only language used at home, meaning 0.0% of residents speak another language. This is far below the national average of 22.3%.

About 61% of the community identifies as Christian. Those with no religion make up 33.9%, which is well below the Australian figure of 38.9%.

While 19.3% of adults hold a bachelor degree or higher, which is more common than in most similar areas, the 39.8% who completed Year 12 is far below the national figure of 58.8%.

Typical household income is $1,645 a week, which is about the same as the national figure. About 23% of households earn $3,000 or more weekly, a rate higher than in most similar areas.

A high 34.7% of residents have a long-term health condition, which is well above the national average of 27.7%. Arthritis is the most common condition, affecting 16.3% of people.

The community is very active in supporting others, with 22.3% of people volunteering, far exceeding the national figure of 14.1%. Unpaid care and Defence Force service are also much more common here than in most areas.

First Nations households in the area have an income of $3,750, which is among the highest for similar areas and far above the New South Wales average of $1,558.

Homes here are larger than usual, with 2.6 people per dwelling. About 28.7% of people live alone, which is well above the national figure of 25.6%.

Every single home in Moorbel is a separate detached house. Home ownership is very high, with 46% owned outright, far above the national figure of 31%.

The area is entirely dependent on cars, as no one commutes by public transport and every home has at least one motor vehicle.

About 31.1% of residents have moved house in the last five years, which is well below the national figure of 40.7%.

The local workforce is stable with a low unemployment rate of 2.5%. Many residents work in health care and social assistance or agriculture, forestry, and fishing.

The area is completely car-dependent, with no parks, shops, or health services within a 15-minute walk.