Rugby

The population is notably older than most areas, with 21.7% of residents aged 65 and over. There is a strong First Nations presence, with 8.4% of the community identifying as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, which is well above the state and national figures.

The area is overwhelmingly Australian-born, with only 3.6% of people born overseas, a figure far below the national average. Most residents claim Australian or English ancestry.

English is the sole language used at home, and there are no residents who speak little or no English, which is far below the New South Wales and national figures.

Religious affiliation is common here, with 68.7% of people identifying as Christians. The 18.1% who report no religion is among the lowest for this level and far below the national figure.

While 19.7% of adults hold a bachelor degree or higher, this is well below the state average. The number of people who completed Year 12 is also far below the national figure.

Household incomes are generally low, with a typical weekly family income of $1,531, which is well below the national figure. No households earn $3,000 or more per week.

Health challenges are more common here than in most areas, with 38.6% of people living with a long-term health condition. Mental health conditions are also well above the national average at 14.5%.

Unpaid care is a significant part of local life, with 25.4% of people providing care, a figure far above the state average. Additionally, 4.6% of residents have served in the Defence Force, which is higher than most areas.

First Nations people make up a small total count of 7 residents. The typical age for this group is just 4 years, which is far younger than the state and national figures.

Most homes are occupied by couples, and the area has no one-parent families. Typical households are slightly smaller than the national figure, with 2.3 people per home.

Every home in Rugby is a separate house, and 57.6% are owned outright, far above the national average. Rent is very low, with a typical weekly cost of $105.

The community is entirely dependent on cars, as there are no public transport stops or routes. Nearly 30% of the workforce works from home, which is well above the national figure.

The population is relatively stable, with 26.8% of people moving in the last five years, which is far below the national average.

Over half of the workforce is employed in agriculture, forestry, and fishing. While the unemployment rate is 0.0%, the proportion of adults working or looking for work is much lower than in most areas.

Rugby is highly car-dependent, with a walkability score of 0.5, far below the state average. Most homes are not within a 15-minute walk of groceries, health services, or schools.