Colton

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people make up 25% of the population, which is far above the national figure of 3.2%. The area is far older than most, with a typical resident aged 51 and no children under 15 living here.

Most residents were born in Australia, though 12.5% were born overseas, which is far below the national figure of 27.7%. Common ancestries include Australian, Scottish, English, and Irish.

English is the only language used at home, and 0% of people speak another language, which is far below the national figure of 22.3%.

Christianity is the most common faith, with 66.7% of residents identifying as such. About 37.5% of the population reports having no religion, which is a little below the national figure.

Education levels are far below the state and national averages, with 0% of adults holding a bachelor degree and only 37% completing Year 12.

The area is quite affluent, with a typical household weekly income of $2,250, which is well above the national figure of $1,746. Typical personal weekly incomes are also much higher than most areas at $979.

Residents are in good health compared to other areas, with only 16.7% having a long-term health condition, far below the national figure of 27.7%. No one reports needing help with daily activities.

Volunteering is very high here, with 48% of people volunteering, which is far above the national figure of 14.1%. Conversely, unpaid care for children is among the lowest at this level.

The First Nations community is small but prosperous, with a typical household income of $2,250 and a typical personal income of $1,125, both of which are far above the national figures.

Homes are generally small, with 2.1 people per home, which is a little below the national figure of 2.5.

Housing is affordable, with typical monthly home-loan payments of $825, far below the national figure of $1,863. There are also very few people per bedroom.

The area is entirely dependent on cars, as there are no public transport stops or routes available.

The population is very stable, with 0% of people moving in the last five years, far below the national figure of 40.7%.

Employment is strong, with 72% of adults working or looking for work, which is far above the national figure of 61.1%.

The area is highly car-dependent with a walkability score of 0.2, as no homes are within a 15-minute walk of a park, school, or health service.