Emu Flat

The area is much younger than most, with children under 15 making up 29.2% of the population, which is far above the national figure. While the typical resident is 41, seniors aged 65 and over are well below the state average at 10.4%.

Most residents were born in Australia, though 13.2% were born overseas. This is far below the national average, with the most common ancestries being English and Australian.

English is the main language for 83.0% of people, though 5.7% use another language at home, such as Punjabi. The number of people who speak little or no English is well below the national figure.

Religious affiliation is higher than in many other areas, with 37.7% identifying as Christian. Those with no religion make up 34.9%, which is well below the national figure.

Over half of residents have completed Year 12, though the 17.1% with a bachelor degree or higher is well below the state average. Many hold certificates or diplomas, with common fields of study including health and engineering.

Emu Flat is a very high-income area, with the typical weekly household earning $2,250, which is well above the national figure. People earning $2,000 or more a week are far more common here than across Australia.

Residents are generally healthier than the national average, with far fewer people reporting long-term health conditions. No residents reported needing help with daily activities.

Community spirit is exceptionally high, with 39.5% of people volunteering, a figure far above the national average. This is consistent with a high rate of people caring for children unpaid.

First Nations people make up a very small part of the population, and the typical age for this group is far younger than the state average at just 7 years.

Homes are larger than usual, with 2.9 people per household and 60.2% being couples with children. Very few people live alone compared to the rest of the state.

Every single home in the area is a separate house, and 85.7% have three or more bedrooms. However, mortgage payments are much higher than in most other areas, typically reaching $2,059 a month.

The area is entirely car-dependent, with no public transport stops and 100% of homes owning a vehicle. Most people drive to work, as the drive to the city takes about 96 minutes.

The population is relatively stable, although 34.3% of residents have moved house in the last five years, which is a little below the state average.

The local workforce is strong, with an unemployment rate of 0.0%. Many residents work as managers or professionals, with common industries including construction and health care.

The area is completely car-dependent, with no groceries, parks, or health services within a 15-minute walk. The walkability score is far below the state average.