Badjaling

First Nations people make up 38.5% of the population, which is far above the state and national figures. The community is older than most areas, with 26.9% of residents aged 65 or over and very few children under 15.

No residents were born overseas, a figure far below the national average. Most people identify as Australian or English by ancestry.

English is the only language used at home, and there are no residents who speak little or no English, which is well below the national figure.

Religious affiliation is low, with only 15.4% of people reporting no religion, a figure far below both the state and national averages.

No adults in the community hold a bachelor degree or higher, which is far below the national average of 26.3%. There are no schools within 3 km.

Weekly incomes are much lower than in most areas, with the typical household earning $1,125. No one in the community earns $2,000 or more per week.

Long-term health conditions are reported by 11.5% of people, which is far below the national figure. No residents reported needing help with daily activities or having a mental health condition.

Community participation is very low, with no volunteers and no one providing unpaid care. Only 18.2% of people provide unpaid childcare or housework, both far below the national figures.

There are 10 First Nations people in the area, who are far older than those in the rest of the state with a typical age of 61. Their typical personal income is $474, which is a little below the national figure.

Homes are slightly smaller than usual, with an average of 2.3 people per home compared to the national figure of 2.5.

Rent is exceptionally low, with a typical weekly rent of just $50. However, the typical number of people per bedroom is 1.1, which is well above the national average.

The area is very remote, with a two-hour drive to the city. There are no public transport routes or stops available.

The population is very stable, with only 11.5% of people moving in the last five years, far below the national average of 40.7%.

Only 27.3% of adults are working or looking for work, which is far below the national figure of 61.1%.

The area is entirely car-dependent with a walkability score of 0.0. There are no groceries, health services, or schools within a 15-minute walk.