Ballidu

The population is far older than the state or national average, with a typical age of 65. Seniors make up 58.6% of the community, while there are no children under 15.

English and Australian ancestries are the most common, though 17.2% of residents were born overseas, which is higher than in most similar areas.

English is the sole language used at home for 93.1% of the population, and no one in the community speaks little or no English.

A little more than half of residents identify as Christians, while 44.8% report having no religion, a figure well above the national average.

Education levels are among the lowest for similar areas, with no adults holding a bachelor degree and only 25.9% completing Year 12.

Incomes are very low across the board; no households earn $3,000 or more per week, and the typical personal weekly income is just $453.

Health challenges are common here, as 46.6% of people have a long-term health condition and 8.6% need help with daily activities, both figures being well above the state average.

Volunteering is very high at 27.6%, far above the national figure, and 5.2% of residents have served in the Defence Force.

The First Nations population is very small, with a typical personal income of $450 and a typical age of 65.

Living arrangements are unusual, with 48.7% of people living alone and 33.3% of families being one-parent households, far above state levels.

Home ownership is very high, with 64.1% of homes owned outright, which helps explain why typical weekly rents are just $145.

Most residents use cars, though 25% of those who work do so from home, which is far above the state average.

The community is very stable, with only 20.7% of people moving in the last five years, far below the national rate of 40.7%.

Full-time employment is high at 70.8%, but the unemployment rate is also very high at 19.2%, with many people working in agriculture.

The area is somewhat walkable with easy access to parks and transport, but there are no schools, groceries, or health services within a 15-minute walk.