Orchid Valley

The area is far older than the state and national average, with 25.9% of people aged 65 and over and no children under 15. Most residents are older adults, and the typical age is 58.

People born overseas make up 22.2% of the population, which is much higher than most similar areas, though still well below the Western Australian figure. Most residents claim Australian or English ancestry.

About 14.8% of people use a language other than English at home, a figure that is much higher than most similar areas. However, everyone in the community speaks English.

Christianity is the most common faith at 59.3%, while 40.7% of residents report having no religion, which is about the same as other areas of this level.

A high number of residents completed Year 12, at 63.0%, which is well above the national figure. However, those with a bachelor degree or higher (14.8%) are far fewer than in the rest of Australia.

Incomes are very high here, with the typical personal weekly income at $1,062, much higher than the national figure. About 14.8% of people earn $2,000 or more a week.

Long-term health conditions are far more common than in the rest of the state, affecting 44.4% of people. This includes a high rate of mental health conditions at 14.8%.

Volunteering is very common, with 44.4% of people helping out, far above the national figure. Because there are no children, no one in the area provides unpaid childcare.

The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander population is 0.0%, which is well below the state and national figures.

Couples without children make up 95% of the community, and the typical home has 2.2 people, a little below the national figure.

Rent is quite low, with a typical weekly cost of $230, which is far below the national average. Homes are less crowded than usual, with only 0.6 people per bedroom.

The area is highly independent, with 59.1% of people working from home and no one using public transport to commute.

The population is very stable, with only 14.8% of people moving in the last five years, which is far below the national trend.

The community is heavily tied to the land, with 77.3% working in agriculture, forestry, and fishing. Most are in management roles and a huge 81.5% are working or looking for work.

The area is completely car-dependent with a walkability score of 0.0, as there are no shops, schools or health services within a 15-minute walk.