Paracombe

The community is noticeably older than most, with over a quarter of residents aged 65 or over. This is well above both the state and national figures.

While 80.5% of people were born in Australia, the area has a higher proportion of overseas-born residents than most similar areas, though still well below the state and national figures.

English is the primary language for 91.5% of the population. A small number of residents use another language at home, which is higher than in similar areas but far below the state average.

About 43.9% of residents report having no religion, a figure that is well above the national average but slightly below the state figure.

The area is well-qualified, with 20.5% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. This is higher than most similar areas, though well below the national figure.

Paracombe is a wealthy community where the typical household earns $2,092 a week, much higher than most similar areas and well above the state average.

Residents generally enjoy good health; those needing help with daily activities and those with mental health conditions are both well below the state and national figures.

Community spirit is high, with 21.1% of people volunteering, a rate well above the national average. There is also a high proportion of people providing unpaid care and housework.

There are 6 First Nations people in the area. Their typical personal income of $1,274 is far above the state and national figures.

Homes here are larger than usual, with 2.8 people per home. This is consistent with a high number of couples with children and very few people living alone.

The area consists entirely of separate houses, with 50.3% owned outright. This is far above the state figure, while renting is very uncommon at just 6.1%.

Cars are essential here, as every single home has at least one motor vehicle. While there are several bus routes, only 1.8% of people use public transport to commute.

The population is very stable, with only 16.9% of people moving in the last five years, which is far below the state and national figures.

About 61.4% of adults are working or looking for work. The unemployment rate is 2.7%, which is a little below the state and national figures.

The area is very safe, with a recorded offence rate that is much lower than most similar areas and a significant drop in crime over the last five years.

The neighborhood is almost entirely car-dependent due to its steep terrain and a lack of nearby shops and services. Very few homes are within a 15-minute walk of groceries or health services.