# Broomehill East

Suburb / Locality · Area profile

Located in: Western Australia › Rest of WA › Broomehill-Tambellup › 6318, WA

Area: 537 km²

Set in a vast rural landscape, Broomehill East is a small, car-dependent community of 109 people. It is a place of stable families and high home ownership, where nearly a quarter of residents are children. The area is distinctive for its high levels of volunteering and a workforce heavily tied to the land, which helps explain why most residents earn more than the national figure.

## Demographics & Identity

The community is notably young, with 24.8% of people under 15, a figure well above the national average. While the typical resident is 41, seniors make up only 11.9% of the population, which is well below the state and national figures.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Total population | 109 | -60.5% since 2011 |
| Median age | 41 yrs | +7.9% since 2011 |
| Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander population | 0.0% | -100.0% since 2011 |
| People aged 65 and over | 11.9% | +31.2% since 2011 |
| Children under 15 | 24.8% | +8.1% since 2011 |
| People in a de facto relationship | 14.1% | +331.9% since 2011 |

**Age structure** — Young adults (25–44) 28.4%, Older adults (45–64) 28.4%, Children (0–14) 24.8%, Seniors (65+) 11.9%, Youth (15–24) 2.8%

**Marital status** — Married 63.5%, Never married 21.2%, Divorced 9.4%, Separated 3.5%

## Ancestry & Birthplace

Most residents were born in Australia (88.1%), and the area has a much lower proportion of overseas-born people (5.5%) compared to the rest of the state.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| People born overseas | 5.5% | +8.5% since 2011 |

**Country of birth** — Australia 88.1%, New Zealand 2.8%

**Ancestry** — English 56.0%, Australian 37.6%, Scottish 12.8%, German 11.9%, Irish 6.4%, Chinese 3.7%, Italian 3.7%

## Language

English is the primary language for 94.5% of the community. Only 4.6% of people use another language at home, which is far below the national figure.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| People using another language at home | 4.6% | +40.7% since 2011 |
| People who speak little or no English | 0.0% | — |

**Language used at home** — English only 94.5%

## Religion

Over half of the population (53.2%) identifies as Christian. The proportion of people with no religion is 33.9%, which is well below the national figure of 38.9%.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| People with no religion | 33.9% | +145.7% since 2011 |

**Religious affiliation** — Christianity 53.2%, No religion 33.9%, Not stated 8.3%

## Education & Qualifications

The area has a strong record of school completion, with 62.5% finishing Year 12, well above the national average. Qualifications are often in education, management, or agriculture.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Completed Year 12 | 62.5% | +23.8% since 2011 |
| Adults with a bachelor degree or higher | 17.6% | +117.0% since 2011 |
| Schools within 3 km | 1 | — |
| Average school size | 34 | — |
| Average school ICSEA | 940 | — |

**Highest year of school** — Year 12 62.5%, Year 10 18.8%, Year 11 6.3%, Year 9 or below 6.3%

**Highest qualification level** — Bachelor degree 34.1%, Certificate III / IV 31.8%, Advanced diploma / diploma 18.2%

**Field of qualification** — Education 22.7%, Management & commerce 20.5%, Agriculture & environment 13.6%, Information technology 9.1%, Society & culture 9.1%, Engineering & related 6.8%, Architecture & building 6.8%, Health 6.8%

## Income

Incomes are high here, with the typical personal weekly income of $1,025 well above the national figure. About 21.2% of people earn $2,000 or more a week, placing the area among the highest for its level.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Median personal income (weekly) | $1,025 | +78.9% since 2011 |
| Median household income (weekly) | $2,281 | +137.4% since 2011 |
| Median family income (weekly) | $2,285 | +70.1% since 2011 |
| People earning $2,000+ a week | 21.2% | — |
| Households earning $3,000+ a week | 25.0% | — |

**Household income distribution** — $650–$1,499 38.9%, $1,500–$2,999 19.4%, $3,000–$3,999 13.9%, $4,000 or more 11.1%

**Personal income distribution** — $650–$1,499 44.7%, Under $650 27.1%, $1,500–$2,999 20.0%, $3,000 or more 10.6%

## Health & Disability

Residents enjoy good health, with only 13.8% reporting a long-term health condition, a figure far below the national average. Mental health conditions are also much lower than in most areas.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| People with a long-term health condition | 13.8% | — |
| People with a mental health condition | 2.8% | — |
| People needing help with daily activities | 4.6% | +80.9% since 2011 |

**Long-term health conditions reported** — Other condition 7.3%, Asthma 6.4%, Arthritis 5.5%, Mental health 2.8%

**Number of long-term health conditions** — None 75.2%, One condition 13.8%, Two conditions 2.8%

## Community Participation

This is a highly active community where 45.9% of people volunteer, far above the state and national figures. Unpaid care is common, with 20% of people providing support to others.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Volunteers | 45.9% | -5.0% since 2011 |
| People providing unpaid care | 20.0% | +130.0% since 2011 |
| People caring for children unpaid | 31.8% | -19.6% since 2011 |
| People who served in the Defence Force | 5.7% | — |
| People doing 15+ hours of unpaid housework | 24.7% | -10.3% since 2011 |

## First Nations

There are very few First Nations people in this area, and the typical household income for this group is among the lowest at this level.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people | 0 | — |
| First Nations median age | 27 yrs | — |
| First Nations median personal income | $575 | — |
| First Nations household income | $575 | — |

## Family & Households

Families tend to be larger than usual, with 2.6 people per home. Most households consist of couples with children (64.6%), and one-parent families are much rarer than in most other areas.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Average household size | 2.6 | -3.7% since 2011 |
| One-parent families | 3.7% | -11.0% since 2011 |
| People living alone | 22.2% | +34.7% since 2011 |

**Family composition** — Couples with children 64.6%, Couples without children 31.7%, One-parent families 3.7%

**Household size** — 2 people 47.2%, 1 person 22.2%, 4 people 16.7%, 3 people 8.3%, 5 people 8.3%

## Housing & Dwellings

Housing is dominated by large, detached homes, with 88.9% having three or more bedrooms. A striking 72.2% of homes are owned outright, far above the national figure.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Median rent (weekly) | $150 | +500.0% since 2011 |
| Average people per bedroom | 0.70 | -30.0% since 2011 |
| Households renting | 16.7% | -46.1% since 2011 |
| Homes owned outright | 72.2% | +34.7% since 2011 |
| Separate (detached) houses | 100.0% | +0.0% since 2011 |
| Homes with three or more bedrooms | 88.9% | -7.2% since 2011 |

**How homes are owned or rented** — Owned outright 72.2%, Other tenure 25.0%, Rented 16.7%, Owned with a mortgage 11.1%

**Types of homes** — Separate house 102.8%

**Bedrooms per home** — 3 bedrooms 47.2%, 4 bedrooms 41.7%

**Monthly mortgage distribution** — Under $1,000 125.0%

## Transport & Vehicles

The area is entirely dependent on cars, as 100% of homes have a motor vehicle and there are no public transport stops. Most households have two or more vehicles.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Homes with no motor vehicle | 0.0% | — |
| People working from home | 16.2% | -50.6% since 2011 |
| Commuting by public transport | 0.0% | — |
| Public transport stops | 0 | — |
| PT stops per 1,000 people | 0.00 | — |
| Weekly PT departures per 1,000 people | 0.0 | — |
| Public transport routes | 0 | — |

**How people get to work** — Car (driver) 58.8%, Worked at home 16.2%, Walked 5.9%

**Motor vehicles per home** — 3 vehicles 41.7%, 2 vehicles 33.3%, 4 or more 22.2%, 1 vehicle 8.3%

## Migration & Movement

The population is very stable, with only 19.1% of people moving in the last five years, which is far below the national rate.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| People who moved in the last 5 years | 19.1% | -3.1% since 2011 |

## Jobs & Industry

The workforce is strongly linked to the land, with 70.6% of people working in agriculture, forestry, and fishing. Unemployment is non-existent at 0.0%.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unemployment rate | 0.0% | -100.0% since 2011 |
| Labour-force participation | 80.0% | -2.2% since 2011 |
| Employed full-time | 70.6% | -8.8% since 2011 |

**Industries people work in** — Agriculture, forestry & fishing 70.6%, Education & training 10.3%, Health care & social assistance 7.4%, Retail trade 5.9%, Professional & technical 5.9%

**Occupations people work in** — Managers 67.6%, Professionals 17.6%, Labourers 13.2%, Community & personal service 5.9%, Clerical & administrative 4.4%

## Walkability

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

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Walkability score | 0.0 | — |
| Amenity types within a 15-minute walk | 0.0 | — |
| Homes with a 15-minute-city walkshed | 0.0% | — |
| Homes within 15 min walk of groceries | 0.0% | — |
| Homes within 10 min walk of public transport | 0.0% | — |
| Homes within 15 min walk of a school | 0.0% | — |
| Homes within 15 min walk of a park | 0.0% | — |
| Homes within 15 min walk of health services | 0.0% | — |
| Walkable amenities per 1,000 residents | 18.3 | — |
| Street connectivity (intersections/km²) | 0 | — |
| Mean terrain slope | 3.6% | — |

## Schools serving Broomehill East

1 school, 34 students, average ICSEA 940.

By sector: Government 1

By type: Primary 1

| School | Sector | Type | Distance | Students |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Broomehill Primary School | Government | Primary | 12.4 km | 34 |

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Interactive profile: https://censusatlas.au/region/sal/SAL50191/broomehill-east