Yarwun

The area is far older than the state and national figures, with half the population aged between 45 and 64. Children under 15 make up only 13.5%, which is well below the national average of 18.2%.

Most residents were born in Australia, and only 4.5% were born overseas, a figure far below the national average of 27.7%. The most common ancestries are Australian and English.

English is the only language used at home, with 0.0% of people using another language, which is far below the national figure of 22.3%.

About 42.7% of people report having no religion, which is well above the national figure of 38.9%. Other residents are mostly Christian.

Education levels are much lower than most areas, with only 32.9% of people completing Year 12, compared to the national figure of 58.8%. Those with qualifications often hold certificates in engineering or health.

Typical personal weekly income is $495, which is far below the national figure of $805. However, 21.6% of households earn $3,000 or more a week, a bit higher than the state average.

Health challenges are common here, as 38.2% of people have a long-term health condition, far above the national figure of 27.7%. Mental health conditions are also reported at a rate well above the national average.

Residents are more likely to volunteer than most, with 22.8% doing so. Unpaid care is also common, with 19.0% of people providing care, well above the national figure of 11.9%.

The First Nations community is small, but those who identify as such have a typical personal income of $1,125, which is far above the national figure of $540.

Many people live alone here—32.4% of households—which is well above the national figure of 25.6%. The typical home has 2.2 people, slightly fewer than the national average.

Home ownership is very high, with 54.1% of homes owned outright, far above the national figure of 31.0%. Most homes are separate houses, and typical weekly rent is far below the national average at $225.

The community is entirely car-dependent, as every single home has at least one motor vehicle. No one uses public transport to get to work, and there are no public transport stops in the area.

The population is relatively stable, with only 25.0% of people moving in the last five years, which is far below the national figure of 40.7%.

Adults working or looking for work make up 62.0% of the population. The unemployment rate is 6.1%, which is a little above the national average of 5.1%.

Yarwun is highly car-dependent, with a walkability score far below the state average. There are no groceries, health services, or parks within a 15-minute walk for most residents.