West River

The typical resident is 41, making the area noticeably older than the state and national figures. While 19.7% of the population are children, seniors make up a much smaller share at 9.9%, which is well below the national average.

Most residents were born in Australia, and those born overseas make up only 4.2%, a figure far below the national average of 27.7%. English, German, and Scottish are the most common ancestries after Australian.

English is the main language used at home for 76.1% of residents. While 9.9% use another language, this is far below the national figure, and no one in the community speaks little or no English.

Christianity is the most common faith at 45.1%. Those with no religion make up 33.8%, which is well below the national figure of 38.9%.

The community is well qualified, with 66.7% of residents completing Year 12, well above the national figure. Nearly 20% hold a bachelor degree or higher, though this is still below the state average.

Incomes are very high here, with the typical weekly household income of $2,250 sitting well above the national figure. A striking 37% of households earn $3,000 or more a week, which is far above the state average.

The community enjoys very good health, with long-term health conditions reported by only 12.7% of people, far below the national average. No residents require help with daily activities.

Participation is very high, with 44.6% of people volunteering, far above the national figure. A large share of the community also provides unpaid care, including 39.3% who care for children.

There are no Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people living in this area.

Most homes are headed by couples, with 56.6% having children. While 29.6% of people live alone, there are no one-parent families in the community.

Every home in West River is a separate house, and 48.1% are owned outright, far above the national figure. However, 66.7% of homes have three or more bedrooms, which is well below the state average.

The area is heavily reliant on cars, with 48.1% of homes owning four or more vehicles. This contrasts with a high rate of remote work, as 43.1% of people work from home, far above the national figure.

The population is very stable, with only 22.4% of people moving in the last five years, far below the national figure of 40.7%.

The workforce is highly active, with 91.1% of adults working or looking for work, far above the state average. Agriculture, forestry and fishing is the dominant industry, employing 74.5% of the community.

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