Yass

The typical resident is 42, making the area noticeably older than the state and national figures. Seniors make up 21.5% of the population, which is well above the national average, while 19.3% are children under 15.

Most people here were born in Australia, with only 9.3% born overseas—a figure far below the New South Wales average. The most common ancestries are Australian and English.

English is the primary language for 90.9% of the community. Only 4.1% of people use another language at home, which is far below the state and national figures.

Christianity is the most common religion at 55.3%. Those reporting no religion make up 35.7%, which is a little above the state figure but well below the national average.

About 19.9% of adults hold a bachelor degree or higher, which is higher than in most similar areas but well below the state average. Half of the adults have completed Year 12.

Typical weekly family income is $2,185, which is about the same as the state and national figures. However, personal and household incomes are higher than those in most similar areas.

Health challenges are more common here than in most areas, with 37.1% of people having a long-term health condition. This is far above the state average, and 12.0% of residents live with a mental health condition.

Community involvement is high, with 18.9% of people volunteering. There is also a strong connection to the Defence Force, as 5.1% of residents have served, which is much higher than in most similar areas.

First Nations people make up a larger share of the population than in most areas. While the typical personal income of $610 is a little above the national figure, Year 12 completion is lower than in most similar areas.

Homes are typically occupied by couples with children (57.4%) or people living alone (27.4%). This rate of single-person households is a little above the national average.

The area is dominated by separate houses, with 88.5% of homes being detached—far above the national figure. Most homes are large, with 81.7% having three or more bedrooms.

Cars are essential here, with 64.5% of people driving to work and only 0.9% using public transport. Very few people work from home (11.1%) compared to the state average.

The area has seen significant movement, with 38.4% of people moving house in the last five years. Recent overseas arrivals make up 8.8% of the population, which is higher than in most similar areas.

Full-time employment is more common here (61.9%) than in most similar areas. The main industries for workers are public administration, safety, and health care.

Yass is somewhat walkable, and most residents can walk to groceries within 15 minutes. However, it is far below the state average for access to schools, parks, and public transport on foot.