South Riana

Families are common here, with a high number of children and a typical resident age of 38, which is noticeably younger than the state figure. De facto relationships are far more common than in most areas, and 24.1% of the population are children under 15.

Most residents were born in Australia, accounting for 86.3% of the population. This is far below the national figure, and only 9.4% of people were born overseas.

English is the sole language used at home for 97.2% of the community. No one in the area uses another language at home, which is far below the national average.

A large majority of residents report having no religion, at 59.4%. This is well above the Tasmanian average and far above the national figure.

The area has a lower level of formal qualifications than most similar spots, with only 10.4% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. This is far below both the state and national figures.

Typical household income is $1,536 per week, which is a little above the Tasmanian figure. However, typical family income is well below the national average at $1,674.

People needing help with daily activities are more common here at 8.5%, which is a little above the state and national figures. Long-term health conditions are reported by 30.2% of residents.

Unpaid care is a significant part of local life, with 34.1% of people caring for children, well above the national figure. Unpaid housework and general caregiving are also more common than in most areas.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people make up 7.5% of the population, which is much higher than most similar areas. First Nations household income is far above the state and national averages.

Homes are generally larger than average, with 2.6 people per house. People living alone are far less common here than across Tasmania, at only 17.5%.

Every single home in the area is a separate detached house. Renting is nonexistent here, and 42.5% of homes are owned outright, which is far above the national figure.

The area is entirely dependent on cars, with every home owning at least one vehicle. Public transport is nonexistent, and the drive time to the city is among the highest for similar areas.

Movement into the area is lower than the state and national averages, with 30.2% of people moving in the last five years. There have been no recent arrivals from overseas.

The workforce is very active, with 69.5% of adults working or looking for work, which is far above the state average. Many residents work in agriculture, forestry, and fishing.

The area is completely car-dependent with a walkability score of 0.0. There are no groceries, schools, or health services within a 15-minute walk.