Wyan

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people make up 8.8% of the population, which is well above the national figure of 3.2%. The area is far older than the rest of Australia, as the typical resident is 53.

Most residents were born in Australia, and those born overseas make up 8.8%, which is far below the national figure of 27.7%. English is the most common ancestry at 58.8%.

No one in the area uses a language other than English at home, though 8.8% of people speak little or no English, which is well above the national figure of 3.4%.

People with no religion make up 41.2% of the community, which is a little above the national figure of 38.9%. Christianity is the most common affiliation at 44.1%.

Educational attainment is much lower than most areas, with no adults holding a bachelor degree and only 22.6% completing Year 12, far below the national figure of 58.8%.

Incomes are among the lowest for similar areas; the typical weekly household earns $762, which is far below the national figure of $1,746.

Health challenges are common here, as 44.1% of people have a long-term health condition, far above the national figure of 27.7%. Additionally, 8.8% of residents need help with daily activities.

Unpaid housework is more common than in most areas, but volunteering is much lower, with only 8.8% of people volunteering compared to the national figure of 14.1%.

There are 3 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in Wyan. Their typical household income is $875, which is far below the national figure of $1,507.

One-parent families are very common, making up 47.8% of households, which is far above the national figure of 14.1%.

Housing costs are low, with a typical weekly rent of $280 and typical monthly home-loan payments of $997, both of which are well below the national figures.

The area lacks public transport, with no public transport stops or routes available for residents.

The community has seen some movement, with 38.2% of people moving in the last five years, a figure slightly below the national average of 40.7%.

Only 50.0% of adults are working or looking for work, which is far below the national figure of 61.1%.

Wyan is entirely car-dependent, with no shops, schools, parks, or health services within a 15-minute walk.