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Warren-Blackwood (South West)
22,961 km²
Far older than the national average is the population of Warren-Blackwood (South West), where the typical resident is 47. This sprawling community has grown by over 9% since 2016 and is marked by a strong trend toward non-religion. It is a place where most people live in detached houses and a high proportion of seniors reside, creating a quiet, residential character in the South West region.
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The area is far older than the state and national average, with seniors making up 23.6% of the population. This older profile is reflected in the age structure, where 29.7% of residents are aged between 45 and 64.
Most residents were born in Australia, and those born overseas make up 20.5% of the population, which is well below the national figure. English is the most common ancestry at 47.2%.
English is the dominant language here, with only 5.9% of people using another language at home. This is far below the national figure, and very few residents speak little or no English.
A majority of residents (53.9%) report having no religion, a figure far above the national average. This trend has grown significantly, rising 12 percentage points since 2016.
Education levels are lower than most areas, with 48.7% of people completing Year 12, which is far below the national figure. However, the number of adults with a bachelor degree or higher rose slightly to 17.5% since 2016.
Typical weekly household income is $1,266, which is well below the national figure of $1,746. High earners are rare, with only 12% of households earning $3,000 or more a week.
About 29% of people have a long-term health condition, which is a little above the national average. Arthritis is the most common long-term condition, affecting 10.5% of residents.
Community spirit is high, with 25.8% of people volunteering, far above the national figure. A large number of residents also spend 15 or more hours a week on unpaid housework.
Homes are smaller than usual, with 2.3 people per household. There is a higher rate of people living alone compared to most areas, at 28.4%.
The area is dominated by separate houses, which make up 93.4% of dwellings. Home ownership is very strong, with 41.4% of homes owned outright, far above the national figure.
Most people rely on cars, with 3.1% of homes having no vehicle. Public transport use is very low, and only 1.1% of people use it to get to work.
The community is relatively stable, as 36.1% of people moved in the last five years, which is well below the national figure. Recent overseas arrivals are also much lower than average at 7.6%.
Agriculture, forestry, and fishing is a major employer for 15.2% of the workforce. While the unemployment rate is quite low at 3.5%, the proportion of people working or looking for work is well below the state average.
The area is mostly car-dependent with a walkability score of 2.6. This is far below the state average, as very few homes are within a 15-minute walk of groceries, health services, or schools.