Grassy

The community is notably young and old at the same time, with children under 15 making up 22.3% of the population and seniors accounting for 24.8%. The typical resident is 36, which is noticeably younger than the state average. De facto relationships are very common here, far above national figures.

Most residents were born in Australia, though 12.4% were born overseas. Those with ancestral roots primarily identify as Australian or English, with smaller groups of Irish, German, and Dutch heritage.

English is the dominant language, with 86% of people using it only. Very few people use another language at home, and there are no residents who speak little or no English.

The community is far more likely to have no religion than people across the state or nation, with 66.1% reporting no religious affiliation.

Educational qualifications are much lower than in most areas, with no residents holding a bachelor degree or higher. About 33.3% of people completed Year 12, which is far below the national figure.

Typical incomes are very low compared to the rest of the country, with the typical weekly household income at $916. No households earn $3,000 or more per week, a figure far below the state and national averages.

While few people need help with daily activities, 37.2% of residents have a long-term health condition, which is well above the national average. Mental health conditions are also more common here than in most areas.

Volunteering is very common, with 26.5% of people volunteering, far above the national average. However, far fewer people provide unpaid care or do significant housework compared to similar areas.

There are 4 First Nations people in the area, with a typical age of just 5 years, which is far younger than the state average. Their typical personal income is $900, which is far above the state and national figures.

Half of the population live alone, and there is a high proportion of one-parent families. Homes are generally smaller than elsewhere, with a typical size of 2.0 people per dwelling.

Every home in the area is a separate house, though 42% are rented, which is far above the state average. Rent and mortgage payments are among the lowest in the region, with typical weekly rent at just $125.

The area is highly dependent on cars, as there are no public transport stops or routes. About 11.1% of homes have no motor vehicle, which is well above the national average.

The community has seen significant movement recently, with 42.1% of residents moving into the area in the last five years.

About 55.1% of adults are working or looking for work, and the unemployment rate is 7.4%, which is higher than most areas. Many residents work as labourers or in manufacturing and agriculture.

Most homes are within a 15-minute walk of parks and groceries, though there is no access to schools or health services on foot. Despite this, the area is considered somewhat walkable.