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Wyee
50 km²
Low typical incomes and a high rate of home ownership shape the character of Wyee. This is a far older community than the national average, with nearly 30% of residents aged 65 and over. Its population of 2,909 people is largely Australian-born, with a significant First Nations presence. These factors combine to create a residential area where many people are retired and living in their own homes, though health challenges are more common here than in other parts of the state.
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The typical resident is 49, making Wyee far older than most areas. This is reflected in the high proportion of seniors, while children under 15 are well below the national figure of 18.2%.
Most of the community was born in Australia, and those with overseas roots are far fewer than the state average. English and Australian are the most common ancestries reported.
English is the primary language for 93.2% of residents. The proportion of people using another language at home is far below the national figure.
Religious views are varied, with 55.8% identifying as Christian and 37.8% reporting no religion, which is well above the state average.
Educational qualifications are much lower than in most areas, with only 8.8% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. Year 12 completion is also far below the national average of 58.8%.
Incomes are lower than the national average, with a typical weekly household earning $1,384. Only 15.4% of households earn $3,000 or more a week.
Health needs are high here, with 41.4% of people living with a long-term condition and 11% needing help with daily activities, both of which are well above state levels.
A higher number of people have served in the Defence Force compared to most areas. However, volunteering is a little below the national figure.
The area has a strong First Nations presence, and these households earn $2,073 weekly, which is well above the state and national figures.
Families are slightly larger than usual, with 2.6 people per home. One-parent families are a little more common here than in the rest of the state.
Separate houses are very common, and 38.2% of homes are owned outright, which is well above the national figure. Renting is far less common here than across the state.
Most people rely on cars, though the area has a very high number of public transport stops. Only 0.4% of residents commute via public transport.
About 34.5% of residents moved house in the last five years. Recent arrivals from overseas are well below the national average.
The workforce is smaller than in other areas, with only 50.5% of adults working or looking for work. Common industries include construction and healthcare.
Wyee is highly car-dependent, with a walkability score far below the state average. No homes are within a 15-minute walk of groceries or health services.
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