Palgrave

Palgrave is noticeably older than the national figure, with a typical resident aged 45. Seniors make up 31.4% of the population, which is far above the state and national figures of around 17%.

The community is almost entirely Australian-born, with 0.0% of people born overseas, a figure far below the national average of 27.7%.

English is the only language used at home, meaning the proportion of people using another language is far below the national figure of 22.3%.

Most residents identify as Christian, while those with no religion make up 11.4%, which is far below the national figure of 38.9%.

Education levels are relatively high, with 24.0% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher, which is a little above the state average.

Typical incomes are well below state and national figures, with typical weekly household income at $1,125 and no one earning $2,000 or more per week.

Mental health conditions are far more common here than elsewhere, affecting 25.7% of residents. While long-term health issues are well above the national average, no residents currently need help with daily activities.

Participation is high, with 24.0% of people volunteering and 36.0% caring for children unpaid, which is well above the national figure.

There is no Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander population recorded here, which is lower than most similar areas.

Families with children are common, and the area has a higher proportion of one-parent families than most other areas.

Housing costs are lower than usual, with typical weekly rents at $243 and monthly home-loan payments at $1,403, both well below the national figure.

The area is very remote, with a drive time to the city of 157 minutes and no public transport stops or routes available.

The population is very stable, with only 22.9% of people moving in the last five years, far below the national figure of 40.7%.

A high proportion of adults are working or looking for work at 72.0%, which is far above the national figure of 61.1%.

The area is completely car-dependent, with a walkability score of 0.0 and no shops, schools, or parks within a 15-minute walk.