Sassafras

The population is very small and far older than the state and national figures, with the typical resident being 61 years old.

The most common country of birth is Australia at 78%, ahead of England (0%).

The most common language used at home is English only at 94%, ahead of Mandarin (0%).

The most common religious affiliation is No religion at 50%, ahead of Christianity (33%).

There are no schools located within 3 km of the area.

Typical weekly household income is $900, which is far below the national figure of $1,746. Personal weekly income is also much lower than most areas at $491.

The most common long-term health conditions reported is Heart disease at 17%, ahead of Arthritis (0%).

The proportion of people who served in the Defence Force is 0.0%, which is a little below the national figure of 2.8%.

There are no Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people living in the area.

Homes in Sassafras are small, with only 1.5 people per home, a figure far below the national average of 2.5.

Typical monthly home-loan payments are $3,337, which is well above the New South Wales figure of $2,167.

The area is isolated with a drive time to the city of 172 minutes and no public transport routes or stops available.

The most common industries people work in is Agriculture, forestry & fishing at 62%, ahead of Health care & social assistance (23%).

Sassafras is completely car-dependent, with a walkability score of 0.0 and no parks, schools, or shops within a 15-minute walk.