Dairy Plains

The typical resident is just 33, which is far younger than the state figure of 42. Children under 15 make up 24.2% of the population, a figure well above both the state and national averages.

People born overseas make up 25.8% of the community, which is far above the Tasmanian average. English and Australian ancestries are most common, followed by Scottish and Italian heritage.

About 18.2% of residents use a language other than English at home, which is well above the state average. Despite this diversity, no one in the area speaks little or no English.

Christianity is the most common faith at 40.9%, while 39.4% of people report having no religion, a figure that is far below the state average.

The community is highly qualified, with 36.2% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher, which is far above the state and national figures. Degrees in agriculture and the environment are particularly common.

Household incomes are very high, with a typical weekly income of $2,124, which is well above the state figure. A third of households earn $3,000 or more per week, far exceeding national trends.

Residents are generally healthier than most, with only 22.7% having a long-term health condition. No one in the area reported needing help with daily activities.

Volunteering is common here, with 23.4% of people volunteering, well above the national figure. Many residents also provide unpaid care for children, which is higher than most areas.

The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander population is 0.0%, which is well below the state and national averages.

Families are typically larger than average, with 2.9 people per home. Most households are couples with children, and one-parent families are much less common than in other areas.

Every home here is a separate house, and 45.8% are owned outright. While typical rents are far below the state average, typical monthly mortgage payments are far above, at $5,000.

The area is entirely car-dependent, with no public transport stops and 100% of homes owning a vehicle. However, 31.4% of people work from home, which is far above the state and national figures.

The population is somewhat mobile, with 36.7% of residents having moved into the area within the last five years.

Working or looking for work is far more common here than in most areas, with 48.6% of the workforce employed in agriculture, forestry, and fishing.

The area is completely car-dependent, with no shops, parks, schools, or health services within a 15-minute walk.