Wirrabara

The community is far older than most areas, with 33.7% of people aged 65 and over. Children under 15 make up only 8.5% of the population, which is well below the national figure.

Most residents were born in Australia, and those with overseas roots are far fewer than in the state average. English, Australian, and German are the most common ancestries.

English is the primary language here, with only 0.8% of people using another language at home, a figure far below the national average.

About 43.6% of the community report having no religion, which is well above the Australian average. Christianity is the most common affiliation at 48.4%.

Qualifications are lower than in most areas, with only 12% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. Just 35.3% of residents completed Year 12, which is far below the state figure.

Typical incomes are much lower than most areas; the usual weekly household income is $900, compared to the national figure of $1,746. Very few households earn $3,000 or more per week.

Health challenges are more common here than elsewhere, with 38.5% of people living with a long-term health condition. Arthritis is the most reported issue, affecting 17.8% of residents.

Volunteering is very common, with 34.5% of people volunteering, which is far above the national figure. Many residents also provide unpaid care, though few are caring for children.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people make up 4.8% of the population, which is a little above the state average. This group is far younger than the general community, with a typical age of 16.

Small households are the norm, with a typical home holding only 1.9 people. This is consistent with the older population, as 38.9% of people live alone.

The area is almost entirely made up of separate houses, and 58.3% are owned outright, far above the national average. Rent is also much lower than usual at $150 per week.

Cars are essential here, as 0% of people commute by public transport. Most homes have at least one vehicle, and 16.3% of workers operate from home.

The population is very stable, with only 20.7% of people moving in the last five years. There have been no recent arrivals from overseas.

Many residents work in agriculture, forestry, and fishing, though unemployment is a little above the national figure at 7.4%. About half of adults are either working or looking for work.

Overall recorded offences are much lower than in most areas, though the crime rate has seen a sharp increase over the last five years.

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