Broadmeadows

Broadmeadows is remarkably young and family-oriented, with children under 15 making up 32.8% of the population, far above the national figure of 18.2%. First Nations people represent 23.0% of the community, which is far higher than the 5.4% seen across Tasmania.

The area is predominantly Australian-born, with only 4.9% born overseas, which is far below the national figure of 27.7%. Most residents claim Australian or English ancestry.

English is the sole language spoken at home, with 0.0% of people using another language, a figure well below both the state and national averages.

About 47.5% of residents have no religion, which is well above the national figure of 38.9% and a little below the Tasmanian average.

Educational qualifications are much lower than in other areas; no adults hold a bachelor's degree, and only 25.6% completed Year 12, which is far below the national figure of 58.8%.

Typical household incomes are $1,843 a week, which is well above the state figure. However, no one in the community earns $2,000 or more per week, far below the national trend.

The community is generally healthy, with 26.2% of people having a long-term health condition, which is well below the Tasmanian average of 33.6%. No residents reported needing help with daily activities.

Volunteering is common here, with 20.9% of people volunteering, which is well above the national figure of 14.1%.

There are 14 First Nations people in the area, and this group is exceptionally young, with a typical age of 16, far lower than the national figure of 24.

Homes here are larger than usual, with 2.9 people per home, which is a little above the national figure. Couples with children make up 75.5% of families.

Rent is very affordable here, with a typical weekly rent of $181, which is far below the national figure of $375.

The area is entirely car-dependent for work, as 83.3% of people drive and there are no public transport stops in the community.

The community has seen significant movement, with 54.2% of people moving in the last five years, far above the national figure of 40.7%.

While 79.2% of people are employed full-time, far above the national figure, the unemployment rate is also very high at 10.0%. Work is concentrated in labouring, agriculture, and health and education.

Broadmeadows is completely car-dependent, with a walkability score of 0.0 and no parks, shops, or health services within a 15-minute walk.