The Freshwater

The population is very small and aged, with a typical resident aged 63. This is far older than the national figure of 38 and among the highest typical ages for similar areas.

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

The most common language used at home is English only at 80%, ahead of Mandarin (0%).

The most common religious affiliation is No religion at 60%, ahead of Christianity (0%).

There is one primary school within 3 km, which is more than about 59% of similar areas. The average school size is 96, which is lower than most areas.

Typical household income is $1,749 a week, which is about the same as the national figure. However, typical personal income is $699, which is a little below the national figure of $805.

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

There are no Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people living here, a figure that is smaller than about 60% of similar areas.

Homes here are small, with 2.0 people per home. This is well below the national figure of 2.5 and much lower than most areas.

The area has very few people per bedroom at 0.60, which is well below the national figure. Typical monthly home-loan payments are $1,993, which is higher than most areas.

Public transport is nonexistent here, with no stops or routes. This is reflected in the 55-minute walk to the nearest stop, which is much higher than most areas.

The most common industries people work in is Health care & social assistance at 75%, ahead of Agriculture, forestry & fishing (0%).

The area is car-dependent with a walkability score of 0.3, far below the New South Wales figure of 6.2. No homes are within a 15-minute walk of groceries, health services, or schools.