Babbage Island

The typical resident is 54, which is far older than the Western Australian and national figure of 38. The total population is only 17 people, making it smaller than about 87% of similar areas.

The most common country of birth is Australia at 59%, ahead of England (0%).

The most common language used at home is English only at 71%, ahead of Mandarin (0%).

The most common religious affiliation is No religion at 65%, ahead of Christianity (0%).

There are three schools within 3 km, which is more than about 70% of similar areas. These include an equal split of government, Catholic, and independent schools, though the average school size is lower than most areas.

Typical weekly family income is $2,499, which is a little above the national figure. However, typical personal and household incomes are around the middle for this level, with personal income sitting a little below the state figure at $749.

The most common long-term health conditions reported is Mental health at 18%, ahead of Arthritis (0%).

There are no Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people living here, a figure that is smaller than about 60% of similar areas.

Homes are very small, with 1.4 people per household. This is far below the state and national figure of 2.5 and is among the lowest for this level.

Typical monthly home-loan payments are $500, which is far below the national figure. Meanwhile, typical weekly rent is $327, which is higher than most areas but a little below the national figure.

The area is entirely without public transport routes or stops. This is reflected in the fact that weekly departures per 1,000 people are far below the state figure.

The most common industries people work in is Education & training at 23%, ahead of Agriculture, forestry & fishing (0%).

The walkability score of 1.4 shows the area is car-dependent, with no homes within a 15-minute walk of groceries, health services, or schools. This is far below Western Australian figures across all amenity types.