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Redgate

24 km²

A typical resident of Redgate is far older than the national figure, with a median age of 53. This small community is largely composed of older adults and seniors, many of whom are university-educated. The area is almost entirely made up of separate houses, creating a quiet, residential feel. With a high proportion of people working from home or in mining and hospitality, it serves as a peaceful retreat in the Augusta Margaret River region.

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Demographics & Identity

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The population is much older than most areas, with 22.4% aged 65 and over. This is well above the state figure of 16.1%, while children under 15 are well below the national average at 14.3%.

Age groups

Older adults (45–64) 38.8%

Seniors (65+) 22.4%

Young adults (25–44) 21.4%

Children (0–14) 14.3%

Youth (15–24) 7.1%

98 Population —

53 yrs Median age — Here 53 yrs WA 38 yrs Aus 38 yrs

0.0% First Nations — Here 0.0% WA 3.3% Aus 3.2%

22.4% Aged 65+ — Here 22.4% WA 16.1% Aus 17.2%

14.3% Under 15 — Here 14.3% WA 19.0% Aus 18.2%

Ancestry & Birthplace

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About 23.5% of residents were born overseas, which is much higher than most similar areas, though still well below the national figure of 27.7%. The most common ancestries are English and Australian.

23.5% Born overseas — Here 23.5% WA 32.2% Aus 27.7%

Language

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English is the main language here, with only 6.1% of people using another language at home. This is far below the national figure of 22.3%.

Languages

English only 81.6%

6.1% Other language — Here 6.1% WA 18.4% Aus 22.3%

0.0% Limited English → — Here 0.0% WA 2.3% Aus 3.4%

Religion

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A large majority of residents have no religion, at 57.1%. This is far above the national figure of 38.9%.

Religion

No religion 55%
Christianity 26%
Not stated 19%

57.1% No religion — Here 57.1% WA 42.9% Aus 38.9%

Education & Qualifications

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The community is well-qualified, with 23.9% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. This is about the same as the state average, though Year 12 completion is well below the national figure.

23.9% Bachelor+ — Here 23.9% WA 23.8% Aus 26.3%

53.7% Year 12 — Here 53.7% WA 58.0% Aus 58.8%

0 Schools ≤3 km

Income

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Typical weekly household income is $1,604, which is a little below the national figure. Only 7.7% of households earn $3,000 or more a week, which is far below the state average.

$1,604 Household income — Here $1,604 WA $1,815 Aus $1,746

$765 Personal income — Here $765 WA $848 Aus $805

$1,708 Family income — Here $1,708 WA $2,214 Aus $2,120

10.2% High earners Here 10.2% WA 14.7% Aus 12.5%

7.7% High-income homes Here 7.7% WA 23.2% Aus 22.6%

Health & Disability

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Residents report far fewer long-term health conditions than the national average, with only 17.3% affected. Similarly, those needing help with daily activities are a little below the state figure.

17.3% Health condition Here 17.3% WA 26.1% Aus 27.7%

8.2% Mental health Here 8.2% WA 8.3% Aus 8.8%

3.1% Needs assistance — Here 3.1% WA 4.6% Aus 5.8%

Community Participation

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Volunteering is well above the national figure at 19.3%. However, unpaid care for children is well below the state average, consistent with the area's older population.

19.3% Volunteering — Here 19.3% WA 15.9% Aus 14.1%

3.4% Unpaid carers — Here 3.4% WA 10.7% Aus 11.9%

20.5% Unpaid child care — Here 20.5% WA 28.5% Aus 26.3%

0.0% Defence service Here 0.0% WA 2.9% Aus 2.8%

28.4% Housework 15h+ — Here 28.4% WA 20.1% Aus 20.7%

First Nations

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The First Nations population is very small, with a typical age of 42, which is far older than the national figure of 24.

0 First Nations people

42 yrs Median age Here 42 yrs WA 24 yrs Aus 24 yrs

$450 Median income Here $450 WA $481 Aus $540

$1,499 Household income Here $1,499 WA $1,480 Aus $1,507

Family & Households

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Most households are couples, and homes are slightly smaller than average with 2.2 people per dwelling. About 20.5% of people live alone, which is well below the state figure.

Family types

Couples without children 47%
Couples with children 38%
One-parent families 9%
Other families 6%

2.2 Household size —

9.8% One-parent — Here 9.8% WA 13.5% Aus 14.1%

20.5% Living alone — Here 20.5% WA 25.4% Aus 25.6%

Housing & Dwellings

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Every single home in Redgate is a separate house. Renting is very uncommon at 7.7%, which is far below the national figure of 30.6%.

Tenure

Owned with a mortgage 48%
Owned outright 41%
Rented 11%

$300 Rent — Here $300 WA $340 Aus $375

$1,517 Mortgage — Here $1,517 WA $1,842 Aus $1,863

0.90 People / bedroom — Here 0.90 WA 0.80 Aus 0.80

7.7% Renting — Here 7.7% WA 27.3% Aus 30.6%

28.2% Owned outright — Here 28.2% WA 29.2% Aus 31.0%

Transport & Vehicles

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The area is highly car-dependent, with no public transport stops. This is reflected in the workforce, where 25.5% of people work from home, far above the state average.