Whorouly

The area is far older than the state and national figures, with 19.1% of people aged 65 and over. This older profile is reflected in the fact that de facto relationships are much less common here than in most other areas.

Most residents were born in Australia, but Italian heritage is prominent, with 22.7% of people claiming Italian ancestry.

English is the main language, though 11.7% of people use another language at home, which is much higher than in similar areas. Italian is the most common second language.

Religious affiliation is more common here than in the state average, as the proportion of people with no religion is well below the national figure.

Qualifications are generally lower than the state average, with only 11.9% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. Many residents have a Certificate III or IV as their highest qualification.

Typical household incomes are well below the national figure, though the typical personal income is about the same as the state average at $821 per week.

Daily living is more challenging for some here, as the proportion of people needing help with daily activities is much higher than in most areas. Long-term health conditions, especially arthritis and asthma, are a little more common than the state average.

Local residents are very active in their community, with 25.9% volunteering, a figure far above the national average. Unpaid care and housework are also more common here than in most other areas.

There are 8 First Nations people in the area, with a typical personal income of $824, which is well above the national figure.

Homes are slightly smaller than usual, with 2.3 people per household. Most families are couples, with 38.7% having no children.

Housing is dominated by separate houses, and 55% of homes are owned outright, which is far above the national figure. Renting is much less common here than across the state.

The area is entirely dependent on cars, with no one using public transport to commute and every single home owning at least one motor vehicle.

The population is very stable, as the share of people who moved in the last five years is far below the national figure.

The local workforce is more active than the state average, and unemployment is a little lower than usual. Many people work in agriculture, forestry, and fishing.

The area is highly car-dependent, with a walkability score far below the state average and no residents living within a 10-minute walk of public transport.