Tregear

Tregear is far younger than most of Australia, with a typical age of 30 and a high percentage of children. It has a very strong First Nations presence, with 15.9% of the population identifying as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander.

Most residents were born in Australia, though 19.0% were born overseas, which is much higher than in similar areas but far below the state average. English and Australian are the most common ancestries.

About 17.9% of people use a language other than English at home, which is much higher than in similar areas. However, this is well below the New South Wales and national figures.

Christianity is the most common faith at 44.7%, while 35.1% of residents report no religion. This lack of religious affiliation is well below the national figure.

Educational attainment is much lower than in most areas, with only 5.5% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. Just 33.1% of residents completed Year 12, which is far below the state and national averages.

Typical incomes are much lower than in most areas; the usual weekly household income is $1,103, which is well below the national figure of $1,746. Only 7.3% of households earn $3,000 or more per week.

Health challenges are more common here than in most areas, with 32.5% of people reporting a long-term health condition. About 8.8% of residents need help with daily activities, which is well above the state average.

Volunteer rates are among the lowest at this level, at 6.1%. Participation in unpaid housework and childcare is also well below the national figure.

The area has one of the largest First Nations populations for its level, with a typical age of 19. Unemployment is much higher than in most areas at 20.7%, and Year 12 completion is far below the national average.

Homes here are larger than usual, with 2.8 people per home. A very high proportion of families are led by one parent (37.3%), which is far above the national figure.

Renting is very common, with 62.3% of households renting, far above the state average. While 86.1% of homes have three or more bedrooms, very few are owned outright.

Public transport access is excellent, with 100% of homes within a 10-minute walk of a stop. Despite this, 18.7% of homes have no motor vehicle, which is far above the national figure.

About 31.1% of residents moved in the last five years, which is around the middle for its level. Recent overseas arrivals make up 7.4% of the population.

The unemployment rate is among the highest at this level at 12.1%. Only 40.4% of adults are working or looking for work, which is far below the state and national figures.

Tregear is very walkable, with nearly all homes within a 15-minute walk of groceries, parks, and schools. However, almost no one lives within a 15-minute walk of health services.