Forest Ridge

The area has a unique age split, with 23.3% of people being children under 15 and 26.7% aged 65 and over. This makes the typical resident far older than the state and national figure of 38 years.

About 13.3% of residents were born overseas, which is far below the national figure of 27.7%. Most people claim Australian or English ancestry.

English is the only language used at home, and no one reported speaking little or no English, which is far below the national average.

Religious affiliation is common here, with 43.3% identifying as Christian and 30% reporting no religion, a figure well below the national 38.9%.

Educational qualifications are much lower than in other similar areas, with no adults holding a bachelor degree and only 28% completing Year 12.

Incomes are significantly lower than across the state; the typical household earns $899 a week, which is far below the national figure of $1,746.

Health challenges are common, with 43.3% of people living with a long-term health condition and 13.3% needing help with daily activities, both of which are well above national levels.

Volunteerism is high at 24%, well above the national figure of 14.1%, though very few people provide unpaid care.

There are no Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people living here, which is well below the state average.

Homes are smaller than usual, with 1.8 people per home compared to the national figure of 2.5.

Typical weekly rent is $273, which is well below the national figure of $375.

The area has no public transport stops or routes, leaving residents entirely dependent on private vehicles.

About 32.3% of the population moved here in the last five years, a figure well below the national rate of 40.7%.

Working or looking for work is uncommon here, with only 32% of adults doing so, which is far below the national figure of 61.1%.

The area is completely car-dependent, with no parks, schools, or shops within a 15-minute walk.