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Old Grevillia

10 km²

A far older population than the national average defines Old Grevillia, where the typical resident is 51. This small community of 53 people is marked by a stark contrast between its older residents and a significant group of children under 15. It is a place of low incomes and high rates of long-term health conditions, yet it maintains a strong spirit of service with a high number of volunteers. Most residents live in detached houses and rely heavily on cars to get around.

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The area is far older than the state average, with 26.4% of people aged 65 and over. This is balanced by a high proportion of children under 15 (20.8%) and a very high rate of de facto relationships compared to the national figure.

Most residents were born in Australia (73.6%), and those born overseas make up 13.2% of the population, which is far below the New South Wales average.

English is the only language used at home, with 0.0% of people using another language, a figure far below the state and national averages.

Nearly half of the community (49.1%) identifies as Christian, while 39.6% report no religion, which is well above the New South Wales figure.

Educational qualifications are far below the national average, with no residents holding a bachelor degree or higher and only 44.2% completing Year 12.

Incomes are among the lowest in the region; the typical weekly household earns $833, which is far below the national figure of $1,746.

Health challenges are common here, with 41.5% of people living with a long-term health condition and 13.2% reporting a mental health condition, both far above state levels.

While fewer people provide unpaid care for children, the area has a high rate of volunteering at 21.7%, well above the national average.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people make up 0.0% of the population, which is well below the state and national figures.

Living arrangements are split, with 42.9% of people living alone—far above the national average—while 42.1% live in couples with children.

Every home is a separate house, and 42.9% are owned outright. Typical weekly rents are $300, well below the state figure of $420.

Every household owns at least one motor vehicle. While there are two public transport stops, the area remains heavily car-reliant.

The community is relatively stable, with 26.4% of people moving in the last five years, far below the national rate of 40.7%.

The workforce is much smaller than in other areas, and the unemployment rate is very high at 25.0%, far above the national figure of 5.1%.

The area is car-dependent with a walkability score of 1.2. There are no groceries, health services, or schools within a 15-minute walk.

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