Speewa

Seniors make up 25.2% of the population, which is well above the national figure. The typical resident is 45, making the community noticeably older than the state and national averages.

The community is overwhelmingly Australian-born, with only 6.1% of people born overseas, a figure far below the national average.

English is the primary language for almost everyone, with only 3.5% of residents using another language at home, far below the state and national figures.

A high proportion of residents report no religion at 47.8%, which is well above the national figure of 38.9%.

Education levels are lower than in most areas, with only 11.6% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher, far below the national average of 26.3%.

Typical incomes are much lower than the national average, with the usual weekly household income sitting at $1,375.

More people here live with a long-term health condition (32.2%) or a mental health condition (11.3%) compared to most other areas.

Local engagement is strong, with 20% of the population volunteering, which is well above the national figure of 14.1%.

First Nations people make up 5.2% of the population, with a typical personal income of $850, which is well above the national figure.

Homes here are larger than usual, with 2.9 people per household and a high proportion of couples with children (68%).

Every home in Speewa is a separate house, and 86% of these have three or more bedrooms, far above the national average.

The area is entirely reliant on cars, as every single home has a motor vehicle and no one uses public transport to commute.

The community is quite stable, with only 27.7% of people moving in the last five years, far below the national average of 40.7%.

A high proportion of adults are working or looking for work (75.8%), with many employed in agriculture, forestry, and fishing.

The area is almost entirely car-dependent, with a walkability score of 0.1 and no groceries, schools, or health services within a 15-minute walk.