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Nannup

245 km²

Daily life in Nannup is shaped by a very mature population and a slow pace of living. It is a community of retirees and older adults, where the typical resident is 57, making it far older than the national figure. Many people here own their homes outright and spend their time volunteering, creating a distinct character of independence and civic contribution. This quiet atmosphere is mirrored in the low number of children and the prevalence of small, detached houses.

Plenty of schools here relative to how few children live in the area.

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Nannup is far older than most areas, with 34.8% of residents aged 65 and over. This contributes to a very small youth population, as children under 15 make up only 11.3%, which is well below the national figure.

English and Australian ancestries are the most common, and 21.9% of residents were born overseas. This is much higher than most similar areas, although still far below the state average.

English is the primary language for 86.1% of the community. Only 3.3% of people use another language at home, which is far below the figures for both Western Australia and Australia.

Nearly half of the population (48.2%) report having no religion. This is well above the national figure of 38.9%.

Education levels are far below the state and national figures, with only 13.5% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. Most residents with a qualification hold a Certificate III or IV.

Typical incomes are much lower than in most areas, with the usual weekly household income sitting at $1,030. Only 6.5% of households earn $3,000 or more per week, far below the state average.

Long-term health conditions are much more common here than in most areas, affecting 35.1% of residents. Mental health conditions are also reported at a much higher rate than typical.

Volunteering is very common, with 30.7% of people giving their time, far above the national figure. This high level of community help is seen alongside a much lower rate of unpaid childcare.

There are 29 First Nations people in the area, and the typical personal income for this group is $612, which is a little above the national figure.

Living alone is common, with 32.8% of people in single-person households. This is much higher than most areas, and the typical home is small, with only 2.1 people per dwelling.

Home ownership is strong, with 45.5% of homes owned outright, far above the national figure. Most residents (90%) live in separate houses, and typical weekly rents are well below the state average at $253.

The area is heavily reliant on cars, with 54.3% of people driving to work. While 10.7% work from home, very few use public transport, as only one bus route serves the area.

Movement into the area is moderate, with 30.9% of people having moved in the last five years. This is well below the national figure, and recent overseas arrivals are also far below the national average.

A much lower proportion of adults are working or looking for work compared to most areas, at 47.5%. Common industries include manufacturing, accommodation and food, and agriculture.

Nannup is mostly car-dependent, with a walkability score well below the state average. Only 48.1% of homes have a 15-minute-city walkshed, and most residents live far from public transport.

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