Hay Flat

The typical resident is 48, making the community far older than the Australian average. While children under 15 make up only 11.1% of the population, there is a high rate of de facto relationships, which is far above the national figure.

Most residents were born in Australia, and those with overseas roots mostly cite English, Scottish, or German ancestry. Around 9.7% of the population was born overseas, which is far below the national average.

English is the only language spoken at home by 95.8% of residents. This means the proportion of people using another language is far below the national figure.

A large majority of the community, 62.5%, reports having no religion. This is far above the national figure of 38.9%.

About 18.3% of adults hold a bachelor degree or higher, which is higher than in similar areas but well below the national average. Nearly half of the residents have completed Year 12.

Incomes in Hay Flat are much lower than in most areas, with no households earning $3,000 or more per week. The typical personal income is $575 weekly, which is well below the national figure.

While no one reported needing help with daily activities, 33.3% of people live with a long-term health condition. Mental health conditions are also more common here than in most areas.

Residents are quite active in their community, with 23.3% volunteering, which is well above the national average. A high number of people also provide unpaid housework and childcare.

There are no Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people living in the area.

Every household here is a family unit, and no one lives alone. Most are couples with children, which is consistent with the average household size being about the same as the national figure.

Every home in the area is a separate house, and none are rented. While 75% of homes have three or more bedrooms, only 25% are owned outright, meaning most residents have a mortgage.

The area is entirely car-dependent with no public transport stops available. This helps explain why 27.8% of people work from home, a figure far above the national average.

About 35.4% of residents have moved into the area in the last five years, which is higher than in most similar areas.

The unemployment rate is 10.8%, which is well above the national figure. Many people work in agriculture, forestry, and fishing, or in management roles.

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