Lower Wattle Grove

The typical resident is far older than those in the rest of Tasmania and Australia. While children under 15 make up 19.6% of the population, there is a high proportion of seniors and a much higher rate of de facto relationships than most areas.

People born overseas make up 26.5% of the community, which is far above the state average. The most common ancestries are Australian, English, and Irish.

English is the only language used at home for 90.2% of residents, which is far below the national figure. However, a small number of people who speak little or no English live here, a figure that is a little above the state average.

A high number of residents report no religion, at 57.8%, which is far above the national figure and among the highest for its level.

The community is very well qualified, with 35.4% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher, far above the state and national averages. This high level of education is reflected in the workforce, where professionals and managers are common.

Weekly personal income is a little below the national figure, though a high proportion of people earn $2,000 or more a week. The typical family income is $1,875, which is a little above the state average.

Health challenges are more common here, with 34.3% of people living with a long-term health condition. This is well above the national figure, and 8.8% of residents need help with daily activities.

Many residents spend significant time on unpaid housework, with 39% doing over 15 hours a week, a figure far above the national average. There is also a higher proportion of former Defence Force members compared to most areas.

The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander population is much higher than in most similar areas. This group is noticeably younger than the wider community, with a typical age of 17.

Families with children are common, and very few people live alone compared to the state and national figures. Most households consist of two people.

Every home is a separate house, and nearly half are owned outright, far above the national figure. Renting is very rare here, and typical rents and mortgage payments are well below the state and national averages.

The area is entirely car-dependent, with no public transport stops and 0% of people commuting by it. This is consistent with the fact that 32% of people work from home, far above the national average.

About 34.8% of the population moved here in the last five years. No recent arrivals from overseas were recorded.

Agriculture, education, and professional services are the main industries. Full-time employment is well below the state and national figures, and the unemployment rate is a bit higher than the national average.

The area is completely car-dependent, with no grocery stores, schools, or health services within a 15-minute walk. The terrain is also steeper than the state average.