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Medowie
14 km²
A huge 95.6% of homes have three or more bedrooms in Medowie, making it a place dominated by large family houses. It is a young community where children under 15 make up 23.2% of the population, well above the national figure. While it has a strong presence of Defence Force veterans, the area is mostly made up of Australian-born residents. This combination of large homes and many children suggests a neighborhood geared toward raising families.
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The area is notably young, with a typical resident aged 37 and a high proportion of children. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people make up 7.0% of the community, which is well above the New South Wales figure.
Medowie is far less diverse than the state average, with only 9.5% of people born overseas. Most residents claim Australian or English ancestry.
English is the dominant language, as only 3.6% of people use another language at home. This is far below the national figure and represents a significant drop since 2011.
A large 43.5% of residents report having no religion, a figure that is well above the national average and has risen sharply since 2011.
Qualifications have improved over the last decade, with 47.4% of residents now completing Year 12. Many adults hold certificates or diplomas, particularly in engineering and management.
Typical incomes are much higher than in most similar areas, with a typical household earning $2,035 a week. This is a little above the New South Wales figure.
Mental health conditions are much more common here than in most areas, affecting 12.0% of residents. Overall, 33.1% of people have a long-term health condition, which is well above the state average.
Unpaid care is common here, with 34.4% of people caring for children, well above the national figure. The area also has a very high proportion of Defence Force veterans at 12.2%.
Homes are larger than usual, with 2.9 people per household. This is consistent with the fact that 62.2% of families are couples with children.
The landscape is almost entirely separate houses, accounting for 97.3% of homes. Most residents have a mortgage, with typical monthly payments at $1,950.
Car reliance is nearly total, as only 0.8% of homes have no motor vehicle. However, 21.1% of the workforce now works from home, which is among the highest rates for similar areas.
The population is quite mobile, with 44.9% of people moving in the last five years. This is well above the national average.
The workforce is very active, with 66.9% of adults working or looking for work. Common industries include health care, public administration, and construction.
The area is mostly car-dependent, with a walkability score of 3.4, far below the state average. Very few residents can reach groceries or health services within a 15-minute walk.