Sidmouth

The typical resident is 52, making the area far older than both Tasmania and the rest of Australia. Seniors aged 65 and over make up 29.0% of the population, which is well above the state figure.

English and Australian ancestries are most common, with 42.8% and 42.1% respectively. While 15.3% of people were born overseas, this is far below the national figure.

English is the primary language for 88.6% of the community. Only 3.6% of residents use another language at home, which is well below the state and national averages.

More than half of the population (51.1%) report having no religion. This is far above the national figure of 38.9%.

Education levels are lower than in most areas, with only 12.1% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. This is far below the national average of 26.3%.

Typical incomes are much lower than in most areas, with the usual household earning $1,131 a week. This is well below the national figure of $1,746.

One in three people (33.1%) has a long-term health condition, which is well above the national figure. Arthritis is the most common condition at 14.8%.

A high number of residents perform unpaid housework, with 29.9% doing 15 or more hours a week. This is well above both the state and national figures.

The First Nations population is very small, consisting of 3 people. The typical personal income for this group is $1,337, which is far above the state and national figures.

Households are typically small, with 2.3 people per home. Couples with and without children each make up 41.9% of the community.

Every home in Sidmouth is a separate house, and 52.5% are owned outright. This is far above the national average of 31.0%.

The area is heavily reliant on cars, as 0.0% of people commute using public transport. Every home in the community has at least one motor vehicle.

The population is relatively stable, with 28.7% moving in the last five years. There were no recent arrivals from overseas.

Only 54.5% of adults are working or looking for work, which is lower than the national figure. Manufacturing is the most common industry for those employed.

The area is almost entirely car-dependent, with a walkability score of 0.6. No homes are within a 15-minute walk of groceries, health services, or schools.