Holder

The typical resident is 50, making the area far older than the state and national figures. It also has a higher proportion of children under 15 and seniors aged 65 and over compared to most other areas.

This is a community with very few overseas-born residents, at 8.1%, which is far below the state and national levels. Most people claim Australian, German, or English ancestry.

English is the dominant language here, with only 3.3% of people using another tongue at home. This is far below the national figure, and no one in the area speaks little or no English.

Christianity is the most common faith at 56.9%. The proportion of people with no religion is 33.3%, which is well below the national average.

Education levels are lower than the state and national figures, with only 14.2% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher and 41.8% having completed Year 12.

While typical weekly family incomes are a little below the national figure, 27.9% of households earn $3,000 or more per week, which is much higher than most areas.

Health challenges are more common here, as 36.6% of residents have a long-term health condition and 8.1% need help with daily activities, both of which are much higher than in most areas.

Community spirit is very high, with 36.8% of people volunteering, far above the national figure. Many residents also provide unpaid care or do significant housework.

First Nations people in Holder are far older than those in the state or nation, with a typical age of 42. Their personal income is also well above the national figure.

Half of the households consist of couples with children, and there are far fewer one-parent families or people living alone compared to most areas.

Every home here is a separate house, and 39.5% are owned outright. Rent is far below the national figure, and typical mortgage payments are also much lower than usual.

The area is entirely car-dependent, with no one using public transport to commute and every home owning at least one vehicle. The drive time to the city is very long at 111 minutes.

The population is quite stable, as only 25.9% of people moved in the last five years, which is far below the state and national figures.

Agriculture, forestry, and fishing are the main industries, employing 36.4% of the workforce. The unemployment rate is 0.0%, though full-time employment is far below the national average.

The area is almost entirely car-dependent, with a very low walkability score. No homes are within a 15-minute walk of groceries, health services, or schools.