Mountain Top

The typical resident is 44, making the area noticeably older than both the state and the nation. It is an adult-centric community with no children under 15 and a high number of people in de facto relationships.

About 17.8% of residents were born overseas, which is higher than most similar areas but far below the New South Wales figure.

English is the main language for most, though 11.1% use another language at home, which is much higher than in similar areas.

A large majority of people—57.8%—report no religion, a figure far above the state and national averages.

The community is well-qualified, with 61.5% having completed Year 12 and a higher than usual number of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher.

Typical weekly household income is $1,375, which is well below the state and national figures, although typical family income is about the same as the national figure at $2,125.

Long-term health conditions are very common here, affecting 40% of people, with mental health conditions being far more frequent than the national average.

Volunteering is exceptionally high at 31.9%, far above the state and national figures, though far fewer people provide unpaid childcare compared to other areas.

There are no Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people living here, which is lower than most similar areas.

Homes are smaller than usual with just 2.1 people per dwelling, and there is a higher than average rate of one-parent families.

Housing costs are relatively low, with a typical monthly home loan payment of $1,170, which is far below the state average.

The area is entirely dependent on cars, with no public transport stops and a very high 47.8% of the workforce working from home.

The community is quite mobile, with 44.4% of residents having moved house in the last five years, a figure well above the national average.

Employment is strong with a 0.0% unemployment rate, and many residents work in agriculture, forestry, and fishing.

The area is completely car-dependent with a walkability score of zero and no amenities or parks within a 15-minute walk.