Ravenswood

The area is noticeably older than the state and national figures, with a much higher proportion of seniors at 27.1%. However, 20.2% of the population are children under 15, which is higher than most similar areas.

Most residents were born in Australia, though 20.2% were born overseas, which is much higher than in similar areas but far below the state average. English and Australian are the most common ancestries.

English is the dominant language, spoken by 90.9% of people at home. The proportion of people using another language is far below the state and national figures.

Over half of the community (50.9%) report having no religion, a figure far above the national average. Christianity is the next most common affiliation at 40.6%.

Education levels are much lower than in most areas, with only 5.8% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. Year 12 completion is also far below the state figure at 37.1%.

Typical incomes are well below those of the state and nation, with a typical weekly household income of $1,272. This is consistent with the fact that most residents have lower qualifications.

Health challenges are more common here than in most areas, with 36.1% of people living with a long-term health condition. This is well above the national figure.

A high number of residents have served in the Defence Force, at 5.8%, which is well above the national average. Volunteer rates are a little below the state figure.

First Nations people make up 3.1% of the population. While the unemployment rate is among the highest for similar areas at 30.3%, personal income is far above the state and national figures.

Family life varies, with 51.3% of households being couples with children. About 26.6% of people live alone, which is a little above the national average.

The area is dominated by separate houses (96.0%), though the proportion of homes owned outright is much lower than in most similar areas. Rent is a little below the national figure at $325 a week.

While the area has more public transport stops than most similar places, it remains very car-dependent. Only 4.4% of people work from home, which is far below the national figure.

The community is relatively mobile, with 38.2% of people moving in the last five years. However, recent arrivals from overseas are far below the national average.

Fewer adults are working or looking for work here compared to most areas. Mining, health care, and construction are the main industries, while the unemployment rate is a little above the national figure.

Ravenswood is mostly car-dependent with a very low walkability score. No homes are within a 15-minute walk of groceries, health services, or schools.