Point Clare

Point Clare is far older than the national average, with a typical resident aged 46. Seniors aged 65 and over make up 24.7% of the population, which is well above the New South Wales figure.

While 21.8% of people were born overseas—a figure much higher than in similar areas—this is still well below the state and national averages. English, Australian, and Scottish are the most common ancestries.

About 10.2% of residents use a language other than English at home, which is much higher than in similar areas but far below the New South Wales average of 26.6%.

A little more than 41% of the community report having no religion, a figure that is well above the state average of 33.2%.

The area is well-qualified, with 23.4% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. This is much higher than in similar areas, although it remains a little below the national average.

Family incomes are typically $2,278 a week, which is much higher than in most similar areas. About 22.5% of households earn $3,000 or more per week, also ranking higher than most similar areas.

Health challenges are more common here than in most areas, with 35% of people living with a long-term health condition and 11.6% reporting a mental health condition.

Community participation is steady, with 12.9% of people providing unpaid care. A higher than average 3.9% of residents have served in the Defence Force.

The First Nations community is older than the state average, with a typical age of 28. Year 12 completion is 43.9%, which is well above the New South Wales figure.

Living arrangements vary, with 29.2% of people living alone, which is well above the national figure. However, couples with children still make up 60.2% of families.

Separate houses dominate the landscape, making up 85.6% of homes. While 37% of homes are owned outright, typical monthly mortgage payments of $2,000 are much higher than in similar areas.

The area is very well connected, with a high number of public transport stops and a short walk to the nearest one. Working from home is also common, accounting for 33.8% of the workforce.

The population is relatively stable, with 30.7% of people moving in the last five years, which is well below the national figure of 40.7%.

Fewer adults are working or looking for work compared to other areas, at 55.7%. Full-time employment is also well below the national average at 50.6%.

The area is somewhat walkable, and nearly every home is within a 10-minute walk of public transport or a park. However, only 38.9% of homes are within a 15-minute walk of a school.