The Meadows

First Nations people make up 18.2% of the population, which is far above the state and national figures. The typical resident is 42, making the area noticeably older than the national average, though there are no residents aged 65 or over.

About 27.3% of people were born overseas, which is much higher than in most similar areas. The most common ancestries are English, Australian, Irish, German, and Scottish.

English is the only language used at home, meaning the proportion of people using another language is far below the state and national figures.

The community is split evenly between those who identify as Christian and those with no religion, with 40.9% in each group. This proportion of people with no religion is well above the state figure.

Schooling levels are high, with 75% of residents completing Year 12, which is far above the national average. However, only 20% hold a bachelor degree or higher, which is well below the state figure.

Family incomes are very high, with a typical weekly family earning $3,749, far above the national figure. In contrast, the typical personal weekly income of $575 is well below the state and national figures.

Long-term health conditions are much more common here than in most areas, particularly mental health conditions, which affect 18.2% of residents. Despite this, no one in the community needs help with daily activities.

Unpaid care is common, with 20% of people providing such support, which is well above the national figure. Conversely, there are no volunteers in the community.

There are four First Nations people in the area. They are far older than the national average, with a typical age of 39, and earn a typical personal income of $1,324, which is far above the national figure.

The typical home has 2.4 people, which is about the same as the state and national figures.

Home loans are a significant expense here, with a typical monthly payment of $3,300, which is far above the national figure.

The area is extremely remote, with a 145-minute drive to the city. There are no public transport stops or routes available.

The population is relatively stable, as the 27.3% of people who moved in the last five years is far below the state and national figures.

A high proportion of adults are working or looking for work at 75%, which is far above both the state and national figures.

The area is entirely car-dependent with a walkability score of 0.0. There are no shops, schools, parks, or health services within a 15-minute walk.