Seabird

Seniors make up 57.9% of the population, which is far above the national figure of 17.2%. In contrast, children under 15 are much less common here than in most areas, making up only 13.1% of the community.

English is the most common ancestry at 47.7%. While 14.0% of people were born overseas—higher than in most similar areas—this is still far below the state average of 32.2%.

English is the only language used at home, and no one in the community speaks little or no English, which is well below the national figure.

About a third of residents identify as Christian and another 32.7% have no religion. This proportion of people with no religion is far below the Western Australian average of 42.9%.

Educational qualifications are much lower than in most areas, with only 7.0% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. This is far below the national figure of 26.3%.

Incomes are much lower than most areas, with a typical household earning $959 a week, which is far below the state average of $1,815.

Consistent with its older population, 33.6% of people have a long-term health condition and 8.4% need help with daily activities, both of which are well above the national average.

A high number of former Defence Force members live here, at 7.1%, which is well above the state average. However, only 7.0% of people provide unpaid childcare, among the lowest for its level.

There are no Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people living in this area, which is lower than most similar areas.

Small households are the norm, with 35.7% of people living alone. This is far above the state average, and the typical home contains just 1.8 people.

Home ownership is very high, with 52.4% of homes owned outright, far above the national figure of 31.0%. Most residents live in separate houses, though they are smaller than usual, with 69.0% having three or more bedrooms.

The community is entirely dependent on cars, as there are no public transport stops or routes. Every single home in the area owns at least one motor vehicle.

The area has seen a fair amount of movement, with 39.0% of people moving house in the last five years, which is about the same as the state average.

Only 27.0% of adults are working or looking for work, among the lowest for its level. Among those employed, 63.6% work full-time, with many working in agriculture, forestry, and fishing.

The area is heavily car-dependent with a walkability score far below the state average. While nearly everyone lives within a 15-minute walk of a park, there are no shops, schools, or health services within walking distance.