Menzies

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people make up 42.7% of the population, which is far above the state and national figures. The community is older than most, with 23.3% of people aged 65 and over, while children under 15 make up only 11.7%.

Most of the community was born in Australia, and those born overseas make up only 7.8%, which is far below the national figure. English is the most common ancestry at 22.3%.

Language diversity is high, with 21.4% of people using another language at home. Despite this, everyone in the community speaks English to some degree.

Christianity is the most common religion at 46.6%. Those with no religion make up 34.0%, which is well below the state and national figures.

Education levels are lower than most areas, with only 39.8% of residents completing Year 12. This is far below the national figure of 58.8%.

Incomes are much lower than the national figure; the typical weekly household income is just $900. No one in the community earns $2,000 or more per week.

About 25.2% of residents have a long-term health condition, which is a little below the national figure. Reporting of mental health conditions is much lower than most areas.

Volunteering is common here, with 20.2% of people helping out, which is well above the national figure. However, very few people are caring for children unpaid.

First Nations residents make up a large part of the community, and 43.2% speak a First Nations language. Unemployment among this group is among the highest at this level at 43.5%.

Nearly half of all residents (48.9%) live alone, which is far above the national figure. Because of this, homes are smaller, with a typical size of 2.0 people.

Renting is very common at 48.9%, far above the state average. Typical weekly rent is much lower than the national figure at $156.

Car use is essential as there is no public transport and 0% of people commute by it. About 17.1% of homes have no motor vehicle, which is well above the national figure.

The community is quite mobile, with 42.9% of people moving in the last five years, which is well above the state average.

Unemployment is among the highest at this level at 34.0%. Many residents work in public administration and safety, which accounts for 43.2% of jobs.

The area is heavily car-dependent with a walkability score of 0.7. Most homes are far from groceries, health services, and parks.