Uriarra Village

This is a young community where children under 15 make up 26.5% of the population, a figure well above the national average. Very few seniors live here, with those aged 65 and over representing only 2.9% of residents.

The area is predominantly Australian-born, with 87.7% born here. This is far below the state and national figures for overseas-born residents, who make up only 8.1% of the population.

English is the only language used at home by 93.5% of residents. The proportion of people using another language is far below the national figure.

A large majority of residents report no religion at 59.5%, which is far above both the ACT and the national average.

The community is well-qualified, with 30.6% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher, well above the national figure. Most residents have completed Year 12.

Household incomes are among the highest in the region, with 57.6% earning $3,000 or more a week. The typical family income is $3,687, which is far above the national figure.

Residents generally enjoy good health, as the rate of long-term health conditions at 23.3% is well below the national average. Only 1.0% of people need help with daily activities.

Caring for children is a common activity here, with 38.9% of people providing unpaid childcare, which is far above the national figure.

There are 4 First Nations people in the area. The typical personal income for this group is $1,625, which is far above the national figure.

Homes are larger than usual, with an average of 3.3 people per household. Couples with children make up 67.9% of families, and very few people live alone.

Every home in the village is a separate house, and 98.9% have three or more bedrooms. Most are owned with a mortgage, with a typical monthly payment of $2,333.

The area is entirely dependent on cars, as 0.0% of people commute via public transport and every home has at least one vehicle.

The community is relatively stable, with 25.7% of people moving in the last five years, far below the state and national figures.

A high number of residents are working or looking for work at 82.1%. Many are employed in public administration and safety, and the unemployment rate is low at 2.1%.

While every home is within a 15-minute walk of a park, the area is otherwise car-dependent. There are no schools, shops, or health services within a short walk.