Warding East

The area is much younger than most, with a typical age of 34 and children under 15 making up 21.8% of the population. This is consistent with the low number of seniors, who account for only 7.3% of residents.

The community is almost entirely Australian-born, with 81.8% born here and no residents born overseas. This is far below the state and national figures.

English is the only language spoken at home for 92.7% of the population, and there are no residents who speak little or no English.

A large majority of people report no religion at 60.0%, which is far above the national figure of 38.9%.

Many residents have completed Year 12, at 56.8%, which is much higher than most similar areas. About 19.4% hold a bachelor degree or higher, though this is well below the national average.

Typical personal weekly income is $982, a little above the national figure. However, no households earn $3,000 or more per week, which is far below the state average.

Residents are generally healthy, with only 12.7% having a long-term health condition—a figure far below the national average of 27.7%.

Community participation is very high, with 61.1% of people volunteering and 66.7% providing unpaid childcare, both of which are far above the national figures.

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

Families tend to be larger here, with 2.8 people per home. Most are couples with children, making up 88.1% of households.

Every home in the area is a separate house, and half are owned outright. Typical weekly rents are $225, which is far below the national figure.

The area is entirely car-dependent, with no public transport stops and a long 114-minute drive to the city. However, 31.0% of people work from home, far above the national average.

About 33.3% of people have moved in the last five years, which is well below the national figure of 40.7%.

Agriculture, forestry and fishing is the main industry for 55.2% of workers. Full-time employment is higher than most areas at 62.1%, and there is no unemployment.

The area is completely car-dependent with a walkability score of 0.0, as there are no groceries, schools, or health services within a 15-minute walk.