West Point

The population is far older than the state and national figures, with seniors making up 28.1% of residents. There are no children or young adults here, and the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander population is well below the national average.

Most residents were born in Australia, though 9.4% were born overseas. English and Scottish ancestries are the most common, both at 40.6%.

English is the only language spoken at home by 93.8% of people. The proportion of people using another language at home is far below the national figure.

A very high 68.8% of people report having no religion, which is far above the national average of 38.9%.

The community is well-qualified, with 64.5% having completed Year 12, well above the national figure. About 22.6% hold a bachelor degree or higher.

Family incomes are well above the national figure at $2,666 a week, though typical household incomes are far below the state average at $899.

Half of the residents have a long-term health condition, which is far above the national average. Arthritis and heart disease are the most common issues, though no one currently needs help with daily activities.

Community spirit is high, with 45.2% of people volunteering, a figure far above the state average. This is consistent with the high number of people doing 15 or more hours of unpaid housework weekly.

There are no Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people recorded in this area.

Homes are small, with a typical 1.7 people per home, which is well below the national average of 2.5.

Typical monthly home-loan payments are far above the state average at $2,903, while weekly rents are far below at just $150.

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

The population is quite mobile, with 40.6% of people having moved in the last five years.

Fewer adults are working or looking for work here than in most similar areas, at 48.4%.

The area is car-dependent with a very low walkability score. While 88.4% of homes are within a 15-minute walk of a park, there are no shops, schools, or health services nearby.