Mount Clarence

The area is noticeably older than the state and national average, with 22.8% of the population aged 65 or over. While seniors are well represented, 19.4% of residents are children under 15, which is higher than in most similar areas.

About 19.1% of residents were born overseas, which is much higher than in most similar areas, though far below the state average. English is the most common ancestry at 47.1%.

English is the primary language for 90.1% of the community. While more people here use another language at home than in most similar areas, this is still far below the state and national figures.

More than half the population (53.3%) report no religion, a figure far above the national average of 38.9%. Christianity is the next most common affiliation at 37.4%.

The community is well-qualified, with 26.5% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. This is slightly above the state average and consistent with the national figure.

Typical weekly family income is $2,187, which is about the same as the state and national figures. However, the number of households earning $3,000 or more a week is well below the state and national averages.

Long-term health conditions are more common here than in the state average, affecting 30.5% of people. This includes higher-than-average rates of mental health conditions and those needing help with daily activities.

Volunteering is very common here, with 26% of people volunteering, which is far above the national figure of 14.1%.

First Nations residents are typically much younger than those in the state and nation, with a typical age of 17. Their typical personal income is far above the state and national figures.

Many people live alone here—33.1% of households—which is well above the national average. This helps explain why the typical home is smaller, with only 2.2 people per dwelling.

Home ownership is strong, with 41.5% of homes owned outright, far above the national figure. Most residents live in separate houses, though they are typically smaller than in other areas.

Most people drive to work, and very few use public transport. Only 8.8% work from home, which is far below the national figure of 21%.

The area has seen significant movement, with 46.6% of people moving in the last five years, which is well above both the state and national averages.

Fewer adults are working or looking for work compared to the state average. Many of those employed work in professional roles within healthcare and education.

The area is considered somewhat walkable, with most homes within a short walk of public transport, schools, and health services.