Guildford

The area is far older than the state and national figures, with a typical resident aged 46 and over a quarter of the population aged 65 or more. It is also a family-oriented place, as children under 15 are much more common here than in most similar areas.

Most residents were born in Australia, and the community has far fewer overseas-born people than the state average. English, Australian, and Irish are the most common ancestries reported.

English is the primary language here, with the proportion of people using another language at home being far below the national figure. Very few residents speak little or no English.

A majority of residents—55.8%—report having no religion, a figure that is far above the state and national averages.

The community is well-qualified, with a much higher share of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher than in most similar areas, though the rate of Year 12 completion is well below the state average.

Incomes are generally low, with the typical household earning $1,138 a week, which is well below the national figure of $1,746.

Health challenges are more common here than in other areas; the rate of long-term health conditions is well above the state average, and mental health conditions are much more frequent than typical.

Residents are highly active in their community, with a far higher rate of volunteering and unpaid housework than the state average. There is also a higher-than-usual number of people who have served in the Defence Force.

The First Nations community is small but has a typical personal income of $1,074, which is far above the state average. This group is also far younger than typical, with a median age of 15.

Homes here tend to be smaller than average, with 2.2 people per household. There is a much higher proportion of one-parent families and people living alone compared to most areas.

Separate houses make up nearly all the housing stock, and 43.3% of homes are owned outright, which is far above the state average. Rent is well below the national figure, with a typical weekly cost of $250.

The area is heavily reliant on cars, with no one commuting by public transport and every home owning at least one vehicle. However, 27.1% of people work from home, which is well above the national average.

The population is relatively stable, as far fewer people moved into the area in the last five years compared to the state and national averages. There have been no recent arrivals from overseas.

Fewer adults are working or looking for work compared to most areas, and the full-time employment rate is far below the state average. Common industries include health, education, and retail.

The community is mostly car-dependent, with a walkability score far below the state average. While parks are accessible, there are no groceries, schools, or health services within a 15-minute walk.