Boat Harbour

The community is notably older than the national figure, with 23.6% of people aged 65 and over. It also has a First Nations population of 7.7%, which is well above the Australian average of 3.2%.

Most residents were born in Australia, though 14.7% were born overseas. English and Australian are the most common ancestries, followed by Irish and Scottish heritage.

English is the dominant language, with 94.7% using it only at home. This means the proportion of people using another language is far below the national figure.

About 46.0% of residents report having no religion, a figure that is well above the national average. Christianity is the other primary affiliation at 46.6%.

While 21.5% of adults hold a bachelor degree or higher, the proportion who completed Year 12 is far below the national average. The area has a high number of schools relative to the number of children.

Typical personal weekly income is $664, which is a little below the national figure. Household incomes are around the middle for similar areas, with 15.8% of homes earning $3,000 or more per week.

Long-term health conditions are more common here than in most areas, affecting 31.9% of people. Arthritis and mental health are the most frequently reported conditions.

Volunteerism is far above the national figure, with 26.1% of people volunteering. There is also a very high rate of people doing 15 or more hours of unpaid housework weekly.

First Nations personal income is well above the national and state figures, with a typical weekly amount of $725. However, no one in this group reported speaking a First Nations language.

Families with children make up 52.2% of households. One-parent families are much less common here than in most other areas, at just 8.1%.

Every single home in the area is a separate house. Ownership is high, with 45.9% of homes owned outright, and typical monthly mortgage payments are much lower than in most other areas.

The area is highly car-dependent, with 0% of people using public transport to commute. Most homes have two or more vehicles, and the drive time to the city is among the highest for similar areas.

The population is relatively stable, with fewer people moving in the last five years compared to the state average. There have been no recent arrivals from overseas.

About 56% of adults are working or looking for work. The local workforce is spread across agriculture, construction, and health care, with a high number of managers and professionals.

The area is considered car-dependent, with a walkability score far below the state average. Very few homes are within a 15-minute walk of groceries, parks, or health services.