Perenjori

Children under 15 make up 21.6% of the population, which is well above the national figure. The community is noticeably older than the state and national average, with a typical age of 42, though seniors aged 65 and over are much less common than in most areas.

The community is overwhelmingly Australian-born, with only 8.9% of people born overseas, a figure far below the national average. Most residents claim English or Australian ancestry.

English is the primary language here, with only 1.5% of people using another language at home, which is far below the state and national figures. Consequently, no one in the area speaks little or no English.

Religious affiliation is more common here than in most similar areas, as the 32.8% who report no religion is well below the national figure of 38.9%.

Education levels are much lower than most areas, with only 4.3% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. This is far below the national average of 26.3%, and the proportion of people who completed Year 12 is also far below the state figure.

Personal income is a little above the national figure, with a typical weekly pay of $955. However, typical family incomes are a little below the state average, and far fewer households earn $3,000 or more per week compared to most areas.

Residents here are among the healthiest at this level, with long-term health conditions and mental health conditions occurring at rates far below the national average.

Volunteering is a standout feature of the area, with 28.4% of people volunteering—a rate far above the national figure. Conversely, fewer people provide unpaid care or perform housework compared to most areas.

There are 12 First Nations people in the area, whose typical age of 33 is far older than the national average. Their typical personal income of $1,125 is also far above the state and national figures.

Living arrangements are varied, with 35.2% of people living alone, which is well above the national average. About half of all households are couples with children, though the typical home is smaller than usual with 2.2 people.

Detached houses are far more common here than across Australia, making up 92% of homes. Costs are much lower than most areas, with typical weekly rents at $170 and monthly loan payments far below the state average.

The area is heavily reliant on cars, as 60% of workers drive and no one uses public transport to commute. While most homes have at least one vehicle, the walk to the nearest transport stop is among the longest for similar areas.

The population is very stable, with only 20.7% of people moving in the last five years, which is far below the national figure. No recent arrivals from overseas were recorded.

Full-time employment is far above the national average at 72.2%, and there is no unemployment. Nearly 30% of the workforce is in agriculture, forestry, and fishing, with managers being the most common occupation.

While many homes are within a 15-minute walk of a school, the area is mostly car-dependent. There are no groceries or health services within a 15-minute walk, leaving the walkability score well below the state average.