Westbury

The community is significantly older than most areas, with the typical age being 50, which is 12 years above the Australian figure. Seniors aged 65 and over make up 30.3% of the population, a proportion far above the national average of 17.2%.

Most residents were born in Australia, though 13.4% were born overseas, which is higher than in most similar areas. English ancestry is the most common at 50.4%, followed by Australian at 42.8%.

English is the primary language for almost everyone here, with only 2.1% of people using another language at home. This is well below the Tasmania figure of 8.7% and far below the national average.

Nearly half of the population, 46.6%, report having no religion, which is well above the Australian average of 38.9%. Christianity is also common, accounting for 45.0% of residents.

Qualifications are lower than in most similar areas, with only 34.7% of residents completing Year 12, far below the national figure of 58.8%. Around 14.6% of adults hold a bachelor degree or higher.

Typical incomes are well below the national and state figures, with a typical weekly household income of $1,011. Only 5.9% of households earn $3,000 or more per week, which is much lower than in most areas.

Long-term health issues are common, with 41.0% of residents reporting a condition, far above the national figure of 27.7%. This is consistent with the area's older population, and 7.6% of people need help with daily activities.

Residents are active in their community, with 18.8% volunteering, which is well above the national average of 14.1%. Unpaid housework is also more common here than in most similar areas.

Household sizes are slightly smaller than the national average, with a typical 2.2 people per home. Couples without children and couples with children both make up 41.9% of families.

Home ownership is high, with 44.4% of homes owned outright, far above the national figure of 31.0%. Most people live in separate houses, and typical weekly rents are $250, well below the Australian average.

The town is heavily reliant on cars, as 69.3% of workers commute by driving. Very few people, just 0.6%, use public transport to get to work.

The area has seen some movement, with 38.1% of people moving in the last five years. Recent arrivals from overseas make up 8.5% of the population, which is higher than in most similar areas.

Fewer adults are working or looking for work here compared to most areas, at 48.7%. The unemployment rate is 6.5%, which is a little above the national average of 5.1%.

Westbury is somewhat walkable, with 81.9% of homes within a 15-minute walk of a city walkshed. Residents have excellent access to basics, with 85.8% living within a 15-minute walk of groceries.