Saumarez

The community is far older than the national figure, with 35.5% of people aged 65 and over. Children under 15 make up only 10.5% of the population, which is well below the national average of 18.2%.

Most residents were born in Australia, with only 5.3% born overseas, a figure far below the New South Wales average. Those with overseas roots most commonly cite English, Scottish, and Irish ancestry.

English is the only language used at home, and no one in the area speaks little or no English. This is far below the state and national figures for language diversity.

Religious affiliation is common here, with 71.1% of people identifying as Christian. The proportion of people with no religion is 19.7%, which is far below the national figure of 38.9%.

The community is well-qualified, with 21.7% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. Over half of residents have completed Year 12, though this is still well below the national average.

Incomes are generally lower than in the rest of the state, with a typical family earning $1,687 a week. No households earn $3,000 or more per week, which is much lower than most similar areas.

Health challenges are common, as 48.7% of people have a long-term health condition, far above the national figure of 27.7%. This is reflected in the 7.9% of residents who need help with daily activities.

Volunteering is high at 23.2%, far above the national average. Many residents also provide unpaid care or do significant housework, while 7% have served in the Defence Force.

First Nations residents in Saumarez are far older than those in the rest of the state, with a typical age of 61. They also earn significantly more than the national average, with a typical personal income of $1,125.

Most households consist of couples, and 55.6% are couples without children. Homes tend to be smaller than usual, with a typical 2.2 people per home.

Housing is almost exclusively made up of separate houses, with 64.5% owned outright. This is far above the national figure, and 87.1% of homes have three or more bedrooms.

The area is heavily reliant on cars, with no homes without a motor vehicle and 60% of workers driving to their jobs. While there is a bus stop, no one uses public transport to commute.

The population is very stable, as only 21.3% of people have moved in the last five years. This is far below the national average of 40.7%.

Full-time employment is slightly higher than the national average at 60%, and the unemployment rate is 0.0%. Common industries include education, health, and finance.

The area is entirely car-dependent, with a walkability score of 0.8. No homes are within a 15-minute walk of groceries, parks, schools, or health services.