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Gabbadah
65 km²
A much older population than most similar areas defines Gabbadah, where the typical resident is now 52. This community has grown by 35% since 2011, yet it remains a quiet, residential pocket of Western Australia. It is a place of large, detached homes and a high proportion of seniors, with over a quarter of the population aged 65 and over. The area is markedly car-dependent, reflecting its rural setting and a lack of nearby amenities.
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The typical resident is 52, which is far older than the national figure of 38. This shift is clear in the data, as the population has aged significantly since 2011 and the proportion of seniors has risen by 13 points.
People born overseas make up 28% of the population, a figure that has risen 13 points since 2011. English and Australian ancestries are the most common, with about 48.6% and 38.1% respectively.
English is the primary language for 89.9% of the community. While 4.6% of people use another language at home, this is far below the state and national figures.
Nearly half of residents (48.2%) report having no religion, which is well above the national figure. This represents a significant increase of 26 points since 2011.
Qualifications are much lower than in most areas, with only 6.9% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. This is far below the national figure of 26.3%.
Typical weekly household income is $1,296, which is well below the national figure of $1,746. However, 12.3% of people earn $2,000 or more a week, which is much higher than in most similar areas.
Long-term health conditions are reported by 34.4% of people, which is well above the national figure. Arthritis is the most common condition, affecting 14.4% of the population.
Many residents contribute to their community through unpaid work, with 30.8% doing over 15 hours of housework weekly, far above the national figure. A higher-than-usual 5.4% of people have served in the Defence Force.
Homes are generally larger than average, with 2.6 people per home. Families with children make up 47.7% of households, while people living alone are much less common here than in other areas.
The area is almost entirely made up of separate houses, with 99.6% of dwellings being detached. Home ownership is strong, as 43.2% of houses are owned outright, far above the national figure.
Car use is essential, with only 1.5% of homes having no motor vehicle. Most residents drive to work, and the number of homes without a vehicle has fallen since 2011.
The population is relatively stable, as the proportion of people who moved in the last five years is far below the national figure. Recent arrivals from overseas have also fallen sharply since 2011.
Fewer people here are working or looking for work compared to most areas, at 48.1%. Mining is the most prominent industry, employing 15.7% of the workforce.
Gabbadah is entirely car-dependent, with a walkability score of 0.0. There are no shops, schools, or health services within a 15-minute walk for any residents.