Sandfly

The typical resident is 43, making the area noticeably older than the Australian average. It is home to a much higher proportion of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people than most similar areas, and children under 15 make up 18.5% of the population.

Most residents were born in Australia, and English and Australian are the most common ancestries. About 10.7% were born overseas, which is far below the national figure.

English is the primary language for 90.5% of the community. While 5.1% use another language at home, which is higher than in similar areas, this is still far below the national average.

A striking 61.3% of people report having no religion, a figure far above both the state and national averages.

The community is highly qualified, with 28.8% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. This helps explain the higher-than-average incomes, and 56.4% of residents have completed Year 12.

Incomes are high here, with 27% of households earning $3,000 or more a week. The typical household income of $2,161 is well above the Tasmanian figure.

Residents are generally healthier than those in most other areas, with fewer people reporting long-term health conditions or needing daily assistance.

Community spirit is high, with 23.2% of people volunteering. This is well above the national figure, and the area also has a much higher rate of people providing unpaid care and those who served in the Defence Force.

First Nations people in Sandfly have a typical personal income of $833 and a typical household income of $2,250, both of which are well above the state and national averages.

Homes here are larger than usual, with 2.8 people per household. This is consistent with the fact that 65.7% of families are couples with children, while very few people live alone.

Every home in Sandfly is a separate house, and 84.3% have three or more bedrooms. Renting is very rare here, with only 6.1% of households renting, far below the national figure.

The area is entirely dependent on cars, as 100% of homes have at least one vehicle and no one commutes by public transport. While there are several bus routes, the walk to the nearest stop is typically 26 minutes.

The population is relatively stable, with fewer people moving in the last five years compared to the state and national averages. Recent overseas arrivals also make up a smaller share than usual.

A high number of residents are working or looking for work, though the full-time employment rate is lower than in most areas. Many professionals and managers live here, with a significant number working in construction and public administration.

The area is very car-dependent due to its steep terrain and a lack of nearby services. No homes are within a 15-minute walk of a school or health service, and the walkability score is far below the state average.