Seaham

The community is slightly younger than the state average, with 19.9% of people being children under 15. While the typical resident is 41, the proportion of seniors aged 65 and over is well below the national figure.

The area is overwhelmingly Australian-born, with 93.3% born here. This is far below the national and state averages for people born overseas, who make up only 5.9% of the population.

English is the sole language for nearly everyone, with only 0.9% of people using another language at home. This is far below the national figure of 22.3%.

About 39.2% of residents have no religion, which is well above the New South Wales average. Christianity is the most common affiliation at 56.4%.

Education levels are far below the state and national averages, with only 15.8% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. Around 46.4% of residents have completed Year 12.

Incomes are a standout feature, with 32.2% of households earning $3,000 or more a week. The typical family income of $2,454 is a little above the national figure.

Long-term health conditions are more common here than in most areas, affecting 30.8% of people. Mental health conditions are also more frequent than the state average.

Community involvement is high, with 17.5% of people providing unpaid care and 17.2% volunteering. There is also a much higher rate of former Defence Force members compared to most areas.

First Nations people make up 4.4% of the population. This group is noticeably younger than the state average, with a typical age of 17.

Homes are larger than usual, with an average of 3.1 people per household. Family units are common, as only 10% of people live alone, which is far below the national average.

The area is dominated by detached houses, with 97.9% of homes being separate dwellings. Most are large, as 92.7% have three or more bedrooms, and renting is very rare at only 7.3%.

Cars are essential here, as 100% of homes have a motor vehicle and no one commutes by public transport. Nearly 20% of the workforce operates from home.

The community is very stable, with far fewer people moving in the last five years compared to the state average. There have been no recent arrivals from overseas.

More adults are working or looking for work here than in most similar areas. The most common industries for local workers are health care, construction, and education.

The area is highly car-dependent, with a walkability score far below the state average. Very few residents live within a 15-minute walk of public transport, schools, or parks.