Willowie

The community is far older than the state and national average, though children under 15 make up 18.2% of the population. Interestingly, no one aged 65 or over was recorded, meaning most adults are between 45 and 64.

The population is almost entirely Australian-born, with no residents born overseas. English is the most common ancestry at 54.5%, followed by Australian, Scottish, and German heritages.

English is the only language used at home, which is far below the state and national figures for linguistic diversity.

Christianity is the main faith at 57.6%, while the proportion of people with no religion is far below the national figure.

Education levels are lower than the state average, with 44% completing Year 12 and no residents holding a bachelor degree or higher.

Typical family and household incomes are lower than the national figure, but 20% of people earn over $2,000 a week, which is much higher than in most areas.

About 30.3% of residents have a long-term health condition, but no one in the community needs help with daily activities.

Volunteering is very common here, with 44% of people helping out, which is far above the national figure. Unpaid housework is also much more common than in most areas.

The First Nations population is very small, with a typical personal income of $900 that is far above the state and national figures.

Most households consist of couples without children, and there are no one-parent families in the area.

Housing costs are exceptionally low, with a typical weekly rent of $100 and monthly home loan payments of just $90, both far below the state average.

The area is highly reliant on cars, though 45% of people work from home, which is among the highest rates in the country.

The community is very stable, with no one moving into the area in the last five years.

Employment is very high, with 80% of adults working or looking for work and no one unemployed. Over half of the workforce is employed in agriculture, forestry, and fishing.

The area is completely car-dependent, with no shops, parks, schools, or health services within a 15-minute walk.