Naringal East

The area is notably young, with children under 15 making up 20.8% of the population, while seniors aged 65 and over are well below the national figure at 9.4%. There is also a much higher proportion of people in de facto relationships compared to most similar areas.

The community is overwhelmingly Australian-born, with only 3.1% of people born overseas, a figure far below the state and national averages. Those with overseas heritage most commonly cite English, Scottish, or Irish ancestry.

English is the sole language used at home for 95.8% of residents. Consequently, there are no residents who speak little or no English, which is well below the national figure.

A majority of residents report no religion at 52.1%, which is far above the national average. Christianity is the next most common affiliation at 42.7%.

Many residents hold a Certificate III or IV, though the proportion who completed Year 12 is far below the national figure. Qualifications are often linked to the local landscape, with 30.8% in agriculture and environment.

Typical weekly household and personal incomes are a little above the national figures, which is much higher than in most similar areas. However, the proportion of households earning $3,000 or more a week is well below the state average.

Residents are in very good health, with only 16.7% reporting a long-term health condition, which is far below the national average. No residents require help with daily activities or report a mental health condition.

Volunteerism is very high here, with 32.9% of people volunteering, far above the state and national figures. This high level of community spirit contrasts with a lower rate of unpaid childcare and housework compared to most areas.

There are no Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people living in this area.

Homes here are larger than usual, with a typical size of 2.9 people. This is consistent with the high number of couples with children, who make up 62.7% of families.

Every home in the area is a separate house, and 88.2% have three or more bedrooms. While many homes are owned outright, those who rent pay a typical weekly rent of $125, which is far below the national figure.

The area is entirely car-dependent, with no public transport stops and every home owning at least two vehicles. Only 5.2% of people work from home, far below the national figure.

About 32.2% of residents have moved house in the last five years, a rate that is well below the national average.

The workforce is very active, with 76.3% of adults working or looking for work, far above the national figure. Many residents work in agriculture, forestry, and fishing, and there is currently no unemployment.

The area is highly car-dependent, with no schools, shops, or health services within a 15-minute walk. Only 33.9% of homes are within walking distance of a park.