Newstead

Newstead is far older than the national average, with 28.5% of residents aged 65 or over. This is much higher than most similar areas, and about 14.3% of residents are in de facto relationships, which is also above the state figure.

The community is overwhelmingly Australian or European in heritage, with English and Australian ancestries being the most common. Only 10.9% of people were born overseas, which is far below the national figure of 27.7%.

English is the primary language for 90.5% of the population. Very few people use another language at home, and the state gap is significant at 25 percentage points.

A large majority of residents report having no religion, at 62.7%. This is far above the national figure of 38.9% and among the highest proportions for its level.

The area has a highly qualified population, with 26.3% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. While half of residents completed Year 12, this is well below the national figure.

Typical incomes are well below the state and national figures, with a typical household earning $1,105 a week. Only 8.1% of households earn $3,000 or more weekly, which is much lower than most similar areas.

Health challenges are more common here than in most areas, with 35.2% of people living with a long-term health condition. Mental health conditions are also well above the state average at 12.4%.

Volunteering is very common here, with 27.3% of people helping out, far above the national rate of 14.1%. Unpaid housework is also much more frequent than in most other areas.

There are 4 First Nations people in the area, and the typical person is 36, which is far older than the national figure of 24. Personal income for this group is also well below the state average.

Many people live alone here, making up 36.2% of households, which is far above the national figure. Because of this, the typical home has only 2.2 people, lower than the usual 2.5.

Most people live in separate houses, and 45.1% own their home outright, which is far above the state average. Renting is very uncommon, at just 9.2%.

Every single home has a motor vehicle, and 55.1% of workers drive to work. While there are some bus routes, no one uses public transport to commute.

The population is relatively stable, with 31% moving in the last five years, which is well below the national figure. There have been no recent arrivals from overseas.

Working or looking for work is less common here than in most areas, with 52.5% of adults in the workforce. Full-time employment is also far below the national figure at 44.6%.

The area is somewhat walkable, though it lacks essential health services within a 15-minute walk. Most homes are within a short walk of a park, but the overall walkability score is well below the state average.