Mount Fairy

The typical resident is 46, making the area far older than the national figure. It also has a very high rate of de facto relationships at 23.4%, which is far above the state and national averages.

Most residents were born in Australia (84.8%), and the area has far fewer overseas-born people than the state average. English and Australian are the most common ancestries reported.

English is the primary language for 96.3% of the community. The proportion of people using another language at home is far below both the state and national figures.

A large portion of the community identifies as having no religion (43.9%), which is well above the national figure. Christianity is also common at 50.8%.

This is a highly qualified area, with 33.8% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. This is well above the national average, and 62.8% of residents completed Year 12.

Incomes are much higher than in most similar areas, with 36.2% of households earning $3,000 or more per week. The typical weekly household income of $2,324 is well above the national figure.

Long-term health conditions are reported much more often here than in most areas, at 34.8%. Arthritis is the most common condition, affecting 13.1% of the population.

The community is highly active, with a volunteer rate (22.9%) that is well above the national figure. There is also a very high proportion of former Defence Force members at 11.3%.

The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander population is very small, but those present have a typical personal income and household income that are far above state and national averages.

Families are the main household type, with a much lower rate of people living alone (16.0%) compared to the state. Homes tend to be larger, typically holding 2.6 people.

The area is dominated by detached houses (98.9%), and 85.1% of homes have three or more bedrooms. Renting is very rare here, at just 3.2%, while 38.3% of homes are owned outright.

Car use is essential, as every single household owns at least one motor vehicle. There are no public transport stops or routes serving the area.

About 35.4% of the population moved here in the last five years. However, there have been no recent arrivals from overseas.

Employment is strong, with 62.4% of people working full-time and a workforce that is well above the national average. Many residents work in public administration and safety.

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