Milabena

The typical resident is 53, making this area far older than both Tasmania and Australia. Children under 15 make up only 10.4%, which is much lower than most similar areas.

Most residents were born in Australia, and those born overseas make up just 7.8%, a figure far below the national average.

English is the only language used at home here, which is far below the national figure for language diversity.

Over half the population (53.2%) report having no religion, which is well above the state average.

Education levels are lower than most areas, with only 29.7% of residents completing Year 12, far below the state and national figures.

Weekly incomes are among the lowest at this level, with the typical household earning $762, which is far below the Tasmanian figure of $1,358.

Health challenges are common here, as 13% of people need help with daily activities and 14.3% live with a mental health condition, both of which are among the highest figures for similar areas.

Unpaid work is a major part of local life, with 36.9% of people doing 15 or more hours of housework and 23.1% providing unpaid care, both far above the national average.

First Nations residents are far older than those in the rest of the country, with a typical age of 67 years.

Families are common, with 42.2% of households being couples with children, though the number of people living alone is far below the state average.

Every home in Milabena is a separate house, and 69% are owned outright, which is far above the national figure.

The area is entirely dependent on cars, as no one commutes by public transport and every home has at least one motor vehicle.

The community is relatively stable, with only 26.4% of people moving in the last five years, far below the national average.

Full-time employment is very high at 86.2%, far above the state average, with many people working in agriculture, forestry, and fishing.

The area is completely car-dependent, as no homes are within a 15-minute walk of groceries, health services, or schools.