Addington

The area is significantly older than the state and national figures, with 35.4% of people aged 65 and over. While it has a higher number of children under 15 than most similar areas, there are almost no de facto relationships.

Most residents were born in Australia, and only 6.2% were born overseas, which is far below the national figure. English, Australian, Scottish, and Irish are the most common ancestries.

English is the main language for 83.1% of residents. While 6.2% of people use another language at home, no one in the community speaks little or no English.

Religious affiliation is more common here than in most areas, with 61.5% of people identifying as Christian. Only 23.1% of residents report having no religion, which is far below the national figure.

Education levels are much lower than the state average, with no residents holding a bachelor degree and only 23.6% completing Year 12. Qualifications are most common in management, commerce, and agriculture.

Typical weekly household income is $1,042, which is far below the national figure of $1,746. Despite this, 15.7% of people earn $2,000 or more a week, a figure well above the national average.

Health challenges are more common here than in most areas, with 32.3% of people having a long-term health condition. This is consistent with the older population, as 15.4% need help with daily activities.

Caregiving and service are prominent, with 17.6% providing unpaid care and a very high 16.1% of residents having served in the Defence Force. Many people also spend significant time on unpaid housework.

There are no Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people recorded in this area. For the small number of First Nations people noted in income data, the typical personal income is far above the state average.

Homes are slightly smaller than usual, with 2.2 people per household. Couples without children are the most common family type, making up 43.2% of households.

The area consists entirely of separate houses, and 69.2% are owned outright, which is far above the national figure. No one in the community is renting.

The community is entirely reliant on cars, as 0.0% of people use public transport to commute. There are no public transport stops in the area, and most homes have two or more vehicles.

The population is very stable, with only 23.0% of people moving in the last five years. This is far below the national figure of 40.7%.

Half of the workforce works in agriculture, forestry, and fishing. Full-time employment is much higher than in most similar areas, and there is currently no unemployment.

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