Kings Beach

The area is far older than the state and national figures, with nearly 30% of people aged 65 and over. Children under 15 make up only 7.2%, which is far below the national figure of 18.2%.

Many residents were born overseas, with 22% coming from other countries, which is much higher than in most similar areas. English is the most common ancestry at 45.1%.

English is the main language for 85.3% of people. While 8.1% of residents use another language at home, this is well below the national figure of 22.3%.

Nearly 40% of people report having no religion, which is about the same as the national figure. Christianity is the most common affiliation at 46.9%.

A quarter of adults hold a bachelor degree or higher, which is much higher than in most similar areas. Higher school completion is also common, though the 53.5% who finished Year 12 is well below the national figure.

Typical household and family incomes are well below the national figures, with only 11.7% of households earning $3,000 or more per week. Typical personal weekly income is $789, about the same as the state average.

Long-term health conditions are more common here than in most areas, affecting 33.5% of people. This is well above the national figure of 27.7%.

Volunteering is well above the national average at 17.9%. However, unpaid childcare and housework are much lower than in most similar areas, likely due to the older population.

First Nations residents are typically older than in other areas, with a median age of 40. Their median personal income of $725 is well above the national figure for First Nations people.

This is a place of very small households, with a typical size of 1.8 people. About 40% of residents live alone, which is far above the national figure of 25.6%.

Apartments dominate the landscape, making up 92.2% of homes. Renting is far more common here than across Australia, with 45.7% of households renting at a typical weekly cost of $370.

Public transport is very accessible, with a typical two-minute walk to the nearest stop. About 7.2% of homes have no motor vehicle, which is much higher than in most similar areas.

The area has seen significant movement, with 57.5% of people moving in the last five years. Recent overseas arrivals make up 18.8% of the population, well above the national figure.

Fewer adults are working or looking for work compared to most areas, at 53.3%. Health care and social assistance is the most common industry for those employed.

The area is very walkable, with a score of 7.8. Every single home is within a 15-minute walk of a park and groceries, far above the state average.