Shoalwater

The community is notably older than most areas, with a typical age of 49 and a high proportion of seniors. In contrast, children under 15 make up only 14.4% of the population, which is well below the state and national figures.

English and Australian ancestries are the most common here. About 28.2% of residents were born overseas, a figure that is about the same as the national average.

English is the main language for 84.1% of the area. While more people use another language at home than in most similar areas, the rate is still far below the state and national figures.

People with no religion make up 44.4% of the population, which is well above the national figure. Christianity is also common, accounting for 42.5% of residents.

Adults with a bachelor degree or higher make up 16.1% of the population, which is far below the national figure. Year 12 completion is also far below state and national levels at 46.8%.

Typical household income is $1,225 a week, which is well below the state and national figures. Personal income is also lower than most areas, with 43.3% of people earning under $650 a week.

Health challenges are more common here than in most areas, with 31.7% of people reporting a long-term health condition. This is well above the state average, and 6.1% of residents need help with daily activities.

A high number of residents have served in the Defence Force, at 6.7%, which is well above the national figure. However, volunteering rates are a little below the state average.

First Nations residents are noticeably older than those in the state and nation, with a typical age of 29. This group experiences much lower incomes and a higher unemployment rate than most areas.

Many people live alone here, accounting for 39.2% of households, which is far above the national figure. Consequently, the average home has just 2.1 people, much lower than in most areas.

Renters make up 33.3% of the population, which is well above the state average. Outright home ownership is also well above the state and national figures at 35.5%.

The area is well served by public transport stops, and 4.5% of people commute using these services. However, 7.7% of people work from home, which is far below the national figure.

Movement is high in this area, with 40.3% of people having moved house in the last five years. This is a little above the state average, though recent overseas arrivals are far below the national figure.

Fewer adults are working or looking for work compared to most areas, at 52.1%. The unemployment rate is 8.2%, which is well above the state and national figures.

The area is very walkable, with nearly 90% of homes within a 15-minute walk of key amenities. Every home is within a 15-minute walk of a park and groceries, though no homes are within that distance of health services.