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Little Grove
7 km²
Far more people in Little Grove claim no religion than the national figure, with 57.7% of residents identifying as non-religious. This is a significantly older community where the typical resident is 49, making it far older than the state and national average. While the population shrank by 36% since 2011, the area remains a place of established homeowners and volunteers. It is a quiet, residential pocket of Albany with a strong leaning toward independence and professional qualifications.
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The population has aged quickly, with the typical resident now 11 years older than the national average. Seniors make up 25.9% of the community, a figure that rose 13 points since 2011, while children under 15 have fallen to 16.4%.
English and Australian ancestries are most common here. While 18.4% of people were born overseas—which is higher than most similar areas—this is still well below the national figure of 27.7%.
English is the dominant language, spoken by 93.6% of residents. Only 3.1% use another language at home, which is far below the national figure of 22.3%.
A striking 57.7% of residents report no religion, a figure far above the national average of 38.9%. This trend has grown significantly, rising 29 points since 2011.
The community is well qualified, with 18.4% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. Both degree and Year 12 completion rates have risen since 2011, though they remain well below state and national levels.
Typical weekly family income is $1,945, which is higher than most similar areas but a little below the national figure of $2,120. Incomes have generally risen across the board since 2011.
Long-term health conditions are more common here than in the state or nation, affecting 32.4% of people. Arthritis and mental health are the most frequently reported conditions.
This is a highly active community, with 25.9% of residents volunteering—a figure far above the national average of 14.1%. Unpaid housework is also much more common here than in most other areas.
Most homes are occupied by couples, with 53.5% having children and 37.3% without. One-parent families are much less common here than in most other areas.
Home ownership is very high, with 49.1% of homes owned outright, far above the national figure of 31%. Most residents live in separate houses, and typical weekly rents are far below the national average at $219.
The area is heavily reliant on cars, as 71.8% of workers drive to work and only 0.4% use public transport. Very few homes—just 2.2%—have no motor vehicle.
The population has become more stable, with 30.5% of people moving in the last five years, well below the national figure of 40.7%. Recent overseas arrivals have also fallen sharply since 2011.
Adults working or looking for work make up 59.7% of the population. Full-time employment is much lower than in most areas, and the unemployment rate is a little below the national figure at 3.4%.
The area is mostly car-dependent, with a walkability score of 2.0, far below the state average. There are no groceries or health services within a 15-minute walk for any resident.