Numeralla

The community is far older than the national average, with 26.8% of people aged 65 and over. It also has a much higher proportion of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents (6.7%) compared to New South Wales.

Most residents were born in Australia (82.3%), which is far below the state and national figures for overseas births. Common ancestries are Australian, English, Irish, and Scottish.

English is the main language for 91.3% of the community. This means far fewer people use another language at home compared to the state average.

A high number of residents report having no religion (46.1%), a figure that is well above the national average. Christianity is the other primary affiliation at 50.8%.

The area has more adults with a bachelor degree or higher than most similar areas, though this remains well below the state average. Many residents hold a Certificate III or IV.

Typical weekly personal and household incomes are well below the national figure. The typical personal income is $633, which is much lower than most similar areas.

Long-term health conditions are more common here than in the rest of the state, affecting 33.1% of people. Arthritis is the most frequently reported condition.

Volunteering is very common, with 26.8% of people helping out, which is far above the national figure. There is also a much higher rate of former Defence Force members than in most areas.

There are 17 First Nations people in the area. Their typical personal income of $900 is far above the national figure for First Nations people.

A high number of people live alone (32.3%), which is well above the state average. Conversely, one-parent families are much less common than in other areas.

Every home in Numeralla is a separate house, and 52.1% are owned outright, which is far above the national average. Typical weekly rents are well below the national figure.

The area is almost entirely dependent on cars, as no one commutes via public transport. This is consistent with the fact that there are no public transport stops in the area.

The population is relatively stable, with far fewer people moving in the last five years compared to the state and national averages.

There is no unemployment in the area. People most commonly work in public administration and safety, construction, and retail.

The area is highly car-dependent, with a walkability score far below the state average. Most homes are not within a 15-minute walk of groceries, health services, or schools.