Paynedale

Children under 15 make up 35% of the population, which is far above the national figure of 18.2%. This young profile is reflected in the high number of de facto relationships (23.8%) and the total absence of seniors aged 65 and over.

Most residents were born in Australia (86.7%), and those born overseas make up only 5% of the population, which is far below the Western Australian figure of 32.2%. English and Australian are the most common ancestries.

English is the only language used at home by 93.3% of the community. No one in the area uses another language at home or speaks little or no English, which is far below the national average.

Over half the community (51.7%) report having no religion, a figure that is far above the Australian average of 38.9%. Christianity is the next most common affiliation at 45%.

While 21.3% of adults hold a bachelor degree or higher, only 42.6% completed Year 12, which is far below the state figure of 58%. Professional qualifications are concentrated in engineering, management, and society and culture.

This is a high-earning area where 62.5% of households earn $3,000 or more a week, far above the state figure of 23.2%. The typical weekly family income of $3,062 is also well above the national figure.

The community is in good health, with only 20% reporting a long-term health condition, which is well below the national figure of 27.7%. No residents require help with daily activities or report a mental health condition.

Volunteerism is very high at 31.9%, far above the national average of 14.1%. This community spirit is seen alongside high rates of unpaid housework (36.2%) and child care (31.9%).

There are no Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people living in this area. For the very small number of First Nations people recorded, the typical personal income of $900 is far above the national figure.

Families with children are common, making up 62% of households. Very few people live alone (12.5%), and there are no one-parent families in the area.

Every home in Paynedale is a separate house, with 95.8% having three or more bedrooms. While 45.8% are owned outright, those with mortgages face typical monthly payments of $3,000, which is far above the state average.

The area is entirely dependent on cars, with no one using public transport to commute. Most homes have multiple vehicles, and 17.2% of the workforce works from home.

The population is moderately mobile, with 34% of residents having moved house in the last five years, though this is slightly below the national figure of 40.7%.

The workforce is strong, with a 0% unemployment rate and 69% of people employed full-time. Most residents work in mining, manufacturing, or transport and warehousing.

The area is completely car-dependent, with a walkability score of 0.0. There are no parks, schools, or shops within a 15-minute walk for any resident.