Mulwala

Mulwala is far older than the state and national figures, with a typical resident aged 53. Seniors aged 65 and over make up 33.9% of the population, which is far above the New South Wales figure of 17.6%.

The area is much less diverse than most, with only 6.3% of people born overseas, far below the national figure of 27.7%. English and Australian ancestries are the most common, making up 42.0% and 40.6% respectively.

English is the primary language for almost everyone here, with only 1.5% of people using another language at home. This is far below the New South Wales figure of 26.6%.

Christianity is the most common faith at 55.5%. Those reporting no religion make up 34.6%, which is a little above the state figure but well below the national average.

Education levels are much lower than most areas, with only 8.6% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. Year 12 completion is also far below the national figure, sitting at 34.1%.

Incomes are well below the state and national figures, with a typical household earning $1,185 a week. Only 10.7% of households earn $3,000 or more weekly, which is far below the New South Wales average.

A long-term health condition is reported by 33.2% of residents, which is well above the national figure. This higher rate is consistent with the area's older population, and 5.8% of people need help with daily activities.

Unpaid care for children is well below the national average at 22.2%. However, 14.1% of people volunteer, and a slightly higher than average 3.6% have served in the Defence Force.

First Nations residents are far older than the state average, with a typical age of 31. Year 12 completion is also far above the national figure at 50.0%, and 8.1% speak a First Nations language.

Homes here are smaller than usual, with 2.3 people per home. This is partly because 29.0% of people live alone, which is well above the national figure of 25.6%.

Home ownership is very high, with 44.6% of homes owned outright, far above the national figure. Detached houses are the dominant style at 86.9%, and typical weekly rents are well below the national average at $270.

The area is heavily car-dependent, with 69.6% of people driving to work. Only 8.6% work from home, which is far below the New South Wales figure of 31.0%.

About 37.2% of residents moved in the last five years, which is a little below the state average. Recent arrivals from overseas are well below the national figure at 5.0%.

Adults working or looking for work make up 48.4% of the population, which is far below the national figure. The unemployment rate is low at 1.9%, with many people working in construction and health care.

Mulwala is mostly car-dependent, with a walkability score far below the state average. Only 25.9% of homes are within a 10-minute walk of public transport, which is far below the New South Wales figure.