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Wallabi Point
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Tucked away in the Mid-Coast region, Wallabi Point is a quiet residential pocket with a population of 884 people. The community is noticeably older than the national average, though it also has a high proportion of children. It is defined by large family homes and a level of wealth that stands out among similar areas. The neighbourhood feels peaceful and established, with a strong tendency toward home ownership and a high number of volunteers.
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The area has aged significantly, with the typical resident now 45 and seniors making up 22.2% of the population. However, children under 15 still make up 21.2%, which is a little above the national figure.
People born overseas make up only 7.0% of the community, which is far below the national figure of 27.7%. Most residents claim Australian or English ancestry.
English is the dominant language, with only 3.7% of people using another tongue at home. This is far below the national average, though the figure has risen slightly since 2011.
About half of the residents identify as Christian, while 39.5% report having no religion. This last group has grown sharply, rising 29 points since 2011.
The community is well qualified, with 21.8% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. This is a significant increase from 2011, when only 9.6% had a degree.
Household incomes are much higher than in most similar areas, with the typical family earning $2,023 a week. The number of households earning over $3,000 weekly rose 16 points since 2011.
Residents generally enjoy good health, with only 4.0% needing help with daily activities. This is a little below the state and national averages.
Community spirit is high, as 19.1% of people volunteer, which is well above the national figure. There is also a high rate of unpaid care for children and housework.
Homes tend to be larger than average, with 2.6 people per household. Families with children make up 53.9% of the community, while very few people live alone.
Housing is dominated by large, separate houses, with 95.1% having three or more bedrooms. Ownership is high, as 45.7% of homes are owned outright, far above the national average.
The area is entirely dependent on cars, with every single home owning at least one vehicle. No one uses public transport to commute to work.
About 35.8% of residents moved here in the last five years. There have been no recent arrivals from overseas since 2011.
The local workforce is stable with a very low unemployment rate of 2.8%. Many residents work in education, health, or construction.
While every home is within a short walk of a park or public transport, the area is mostly car-dependent. There are no groceries, schools, or health services within a 15-minute walk.