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Greater Taree CityCouncilGreater Taree City

2011 Census results

Comparison year: 2006Benchmark area: Regional NSW

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Table of contents

Estimated Resident Population (ERP) 2

Population highlights 4

About the areas 7

Five year age groups 10

Ancestry 13

Birthplace 16

Year of arrival in Australia 18

Proficiency in English 20

Language spoken at home 23

Religion 26

Qualifications 28

Highest level of schooling 30

Education institution attending 33

Need for assistance 36

Employment status 39

Industry sectors of employment 42

Occupations of employment 45

Method of travel to work 48

Volunteer work 50

Unpaid care 52

Individual income 54

Household income 56

Households summary 58

Household size 61

Dwelling type 64

Number of bedrooms per dwelling 66

Internet connection 68

Number of cars per household 70

Housing tenure 72

Housing loan repayments 74

Housing rental payments 76

SEIFA - disadvantage 80

About the community profile 81

The Estimated Resident Population is the OFFICIAL Greater Taree City population for 2012.

Populations are counted and estimated in various ways. The most comprehensive population count available in

Australia is derived from the Census of Population and Housing conducted by the Australian Bureau of

Statistics every five years. However the Census count is NOT the official population of Greater Taree City. To

provide a more accurate population figure which is updated more frequently than every five years, the

Australian Bureau of Statistics also produces "Estimated Resident Population" (ERP) numbers for Greater

Taree City.

See data notes for a detailed explanation of different population types, how they are calculated and when to

use each one.

Estimated Resident Population (ERP)


Greater Taree City

Year (ending June 30) NumberChange in

numberChange in

percent

2001 44,738 -- --

2002 45,059 +321 +0.72

2003 45,690 +631 +1.40

2004 46,293 +603 +1.32

2005 46,739 +446 +0.96

2006 47,006 +267 +0.57

2007 47,133 +127 +0.27

2008 47,378 +245 +0.52

2009 47,545 +167 +0.35

2010 47,665 +120 +0.25

2011 47,955 +290 +0.61

2012 48,188 +233 +0.49

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Regional Population Growth, Australia (3218.0). Compiled and presented in profile.id by .idThe population experts

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Annual change in Estimated Resident Population (ERP)

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2011 Greater Taree

CityRegional NSW New South Wales Australia

Median age 4641 38 37

Median weeklyhouseholdincome

$770$961 $1,237 $1,234

Couples withchildren 23%

27% 32% 31%

Older coupleswithout children 15%

12% 9% 9%

Medium andhigh densityHousing

14%16% 31% 25%

Householdswith a mortgage 27%

30% 32% 33%

Median weeklyrent $200

$220 $300 $285

Householdsrenting 26%

27% 29% 29%

Non-Englishspeakingbackgrounds

3%5% 19% 16%

Universityattendance 1%

3% 4% 4%

Bachelor orHigher degree 8%

12% 20% 19%

Vocational 23%22% 18% 18%

Population highlights

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Public transport(to work) 1%

2% 14% 10%

Unemployment 9%6% 6% 6%

SEIFA index ofdisadvantage2011

914969 996 1002

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Location and boundaries

Greater Taree City is located on the Mid North Coast of New South Wales, in the Manning Valley, about 320

kilometres north of Sydney. Greater Taree City is bounded by Walcha Shire and the Port Macquarie-Hastings Council

area in the north, the Tasman Sea in the east, the Great Lakes Council area in the south and Gloucester Shire in the

west.

About the area

Important

Statistics

Population

46,5412011 Usual residents

Land area

373,192hectares (3,732

Km )2

Population density

0.12persons per hectare

Greater Taree City

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Settlement history

European settlement dates from exploration in 1818, although few people lived in the area until the 1840s. Timber-

getting and timber mills were established from the 1820s, with timber remaining an important industry today. In 1843

Wingham became the first township settlement, functioning as a river port for the cedar trade. There was some

growth in the area in the 1860s and 1880s with arrival of the pastoralists, who mainly used the land for dairying. Some

residential development occurred after the opening of the railway line in 1913, when commercial expansion took off.

This growth resulted in Taree becoming the main town centre of the area. Significant growth occurred in the post-war

years, especially from 1940, when the Martin Bridge was built, allowing easy passage to Taree from the south. Growth

was also aided by the tourism boom in the 1960s, particularly in the coastal areas. The main agricultural pursuits

shifted to beef cattle farming by the late 1900s. The population grew slightly during the 1990s, rising from 40,000 in

1991 to nearly 43,000 in 2001. Growth continued from 2001, with the population rising to about 44,500 in 2006.

Land use

Greater Taree City is a predominantly rural area,

with some residential, industrial and commercial

land use. Greater Taree encompasses a total land

area of 3,752 square kilometres, of which a large

proportion is State Forest and National Park,

including beaches, coastline, waterways and

mountains. Much of the rural area is used for

timber getting and agriculture, with dairy and beef

production being the main agricultural pursuits. In

more recent years there have been an increasing

number of viticulture industries. The City has two

main townships with many small villages and

localities. The largest town is Taree, followed by

Wingham.

Transport

The City is served by the Pacific Highway.

Major features

Major features of the City include the Manning River, Barakee National Park, Biriwal Bulga National Park, Coorabakh

National Park, Crowdy Bay National Park, Tapin Tops National Park, Brimbin Nature Reserve, Bugan Nature Reserve,

Coocumbac Nature Reserve, Goonook Nature Reserve, Khappinghat Nature Reserve, Khatambuhl Nature Reserve,

Killabakh Nature Reserve, Talawahl Nature Reserve, Towibakh Nature Reserve, Wallamba Nature Reserve, Weelah

Nature Reserve, Wingham Brush Nature Reserve, Killabakh Mountain, Ellenborough Falls, Starrs Creek Rainforest

Area, Newbys Cave and Lookout, North Coast Institute of TAFE, Taree Airport, Taree City Centre, Taree Plaza,

Manning Mall and Manning Base Hospital.

Indigenous background

The original occupiers of the Greater Taree area were the Biripi Aboriginal people.

Included areas

Greater Taree City includes the townships and localities of Belbora (part), Black Head, Bobin, Bohnock, Bootawa,

Brimbin, Bucca Wauka, Bulga Forest, Bundook (part), Bunyah (part), Burrell Creek, Cabbage Tree Island, Caffreys

Flat, Caparra, Cedar Party, Cells River, Comboyne (part), Coopernook, Cooplacurripa, Coralville, Croki, Crowdy Bay

National Park, Crowdy Head, Cundle Flat, Cundletown, Diamond Beach, Dingo Forest, Dollys Flat, Dumaresq Island,

Dyers Crossing, Elands (part), Firefly, Ghinni Ghinni, Glenthorne, Hallidays Point, Hannam Vale, Harrington, Hillville,

Johns River, Jones Island, Karaak Flat, Khatambuhl, Killabakh, Killawarra, Kimbriki, Kippaxs, Kiwarrak, Knorrit Flat,

Knorrit Forest, Koorainghat, Krambach, Kundibakh, Kundle Kundle, Langley Vale, Lansdowne, Lansdowne Forest,

Manning Point, Marlee, Melinga, Mitchells Island, Mondrook, Mooral Creek, Moorland, Moto, Mount George, Nabiac

(part), Number One, Old Bar, Oxley Island, Pampoolah, Possum Brush, Purfleet, Rainbow Flat, Red Head, Saltwater,

Stewarts River, Strathcedar, Tallwoods Village, Taree, Taree South, The Bight, Tinonee, Tipperary, Upper

Lansdowne, Waitui, Wallabi Point, Wang Wauk, Wherrol Flat, Wingham and Yarratt Forest.

Land use

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The Age Structure of Greater Taree City provides key insights into the level of demand for age based services and

facilities such as child care. It is also an indicator of Greater Taree City's residential role and function and how it is

likely to change in the future.

Five year age groups present a classic age profile of the population. Each age group covers exactly five years, which

enables direct comparison between each group.

To get a more complete picture Greater Taree City's Age Structure should be viewed in conjunction with Household

Types and Dwelling Types.

Five year age groups

Age structure - Five year age groups

Greater Taree City 2011 2006 Change

Five year age groups(years) Number % Regional NSW Number % Regional NSW 2006 to 2011

0 to 4 2,651 5.7 6.3 2,487 5.5 6.1 +164

5 to 9 2,772 6.0 6.3 3,092 6.8 6.8 -320

10 to 14 3,253 7.0 6.7 3,499 7.8 7.3 -246

15 to 19 3,013 6.5 6.6 3,097 6.9 6.9 -84

20 to 24 1,884 4.0 5.6 1,878 4.2 5.5 +6

25 to 29 1,776 3.8 5.2 1,660 3.7 5.0 +116

30 to 34 1,832 3.9 5.2 2,080 4.6 5.8 -248

35 to 39 2,391 5.1 6.1 2,525 5.6 6.5 -134

40 to 44 2,716 5.8 6.5 3,059 6.8 7.1 -343

45 to 49 3,102 6.7 6.9 3,389 7.5 7.4 -287

50 to 54 3,492 7.5 7.2 3,244 7.2 6.9 +248

55 to 59 3,546 7.6 6.7 3,329 7.4 6.7 +217

60 to 64 3,646 7.8 6.5 3,081 6.8 5.6 +565

65 to 69 3,262 7.0 5.4 2,620 5.8 4.7 +642

70 to 74 2,589 5.6 4.3 2,141 4.7 3.9 +448

75 to 79 1,915 4.1 3.4 1,781 3.9 3.5 +134

80 to 84 1,455 3.1 2.7 1,244 2.8 2.5 +211

85 and over 1,246 2.7 2.3 939 2.1 1.9 +307

Total 46,541 100.0 100.0 45,145 100.0 100.0 +1,396

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by.id, the population experts.

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Five year age structure, 2011

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Change in five year age structure, 2006 to 2011

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Dominant groups

Analysis of the five year age groups of Greater Taree City in 2011 compared to Regional NSW shows that there was

a lower proportion of people in the younger age groups (under 15) and a higher proportion of people in the older age

groups (65+).

Overall, 18.6% of the population was aged between 0 and 15, and 22.5% were aged 65 years and over, compared

with 19.4% and 18.0% respectively for Regional NSW.

The major differences between the age structure of Greater Taree City and Regional NSW were:

A larger percentage of persons aged 65 to 69 (7.0% compared to 5.4%)




Emerging groups

From 2006 to 2011, Greater Taree City's population increased by 1,396 people (3.1%). This represents an average

annual population change of 0.61% per year over the period.

The largest changes in age structure in this area between 2006 and 2011 were in the age groups:

65 to 69 (+642 persons)

60 to 64 (+565 persons)

70 to 74 (+448 persons)

40 to 44 (-343 persons)

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Ancestry defines the cultural association and ethnic background of an individual going back three generations.

Ancestry is a good measure of the total size of cultural groups in Greater Taree City regardless of where they were

born or what language they speak.

Ancestry data, should be combined with data on Birthplace, Language Spoken at Home and Religion for a more

complete picture of Greater Taree City's ethnic characteristics.

Ancestry

Ancestry - ranked by size


Ancestry Number % Regional NSW Number % Regional NSW 2006 to 2011

Australian 20,941 45.0 43.1 23,130 51.2 47.8 -2,189

English 20,207 43.4 40.4 17,645 39.1 36.5 +2,562

Irish 4,884 10.5 11.7 4,271 9.5 10.5 +613

Scottish 4,639 10.0 10.0 3,774 8.4 8.6 +865

German 1,760 3.8 4.2 1,621 3.6 3.9 +139

Italian 601 1.3 2.5 569 1.3 2.4 +32

Dutch 591 1.3 1.3 600 1.3 1.3 -9

Australian Aboriginal 497 1.1 0.6 374 0.8 0.6 +123

Chinese 253 0.5 0.8 194 0.4 0.7 +59

Maltese 249 0.5 0.4 229 0.5 0.4 +20

Excludes ancestries with fewer than 20 responses, or less than 0.1% of the total population.

Ancestry - totals


Ancestry totals Number % Regional NSW Number % Regional NSW 2006 to 2011

Not stated 3,218 6.9 6.7 2,852 6.3 7.2 +366

Total People 46,541 100.0 100.0 45,135 100.0 100.0 +1,406

Total responses 60,996 -- -- 57,971 -- -- +3,025


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Ancestry, 2011


Change in ancestry, 2006 to 2011


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Dominant groups

Analysis of the ancestry responses of the population in Greater Taree City in 2011 shows that the top five ancestries

nominated were:

Australian (20,941 people or 45.0%)

English (20,207 people or 43.4%)

Irish (4,884 people or 10.5%)

Scottish (4,639 people or 10.0%)

German (1,760 people or 3.8%)

In combination these five ancestries account for 52,431 responses in total, or 112.66% of all responses.

The major differences between the ancestries of the population in Greater Taree City and Regional NSW were:

A larger percentage of people with English ancestry (43.4% compared to 40.4%)

A larger percentage of people with Australian ancestry (45.0% compared to 43.1%)

A smaller percentage of people with Irish ancestry (10.5% compared to 11.7%)

A smaller percentage of people with Italian ancestry (1.3% compared to 2.5%)

Emerging groups

The largest changes in the reported ancestries of the population in this area between 2006 and 2011 were:

English (+2,562 persons)

Australian (-2,189 persons)

Scottish (+865 persons)

Irish (+613 persons)

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Country of Birth data identifies where people were born and is indicative of the level of cultural diversity in Greater

Taree City. The mix of Country of Birth groups is also indicative of historical settlement patterns, as source countries

for Australia's immigration program have varied significantly over time.

To get a more complete picture of cultural and ethnic characteristics, Greater Taree City's Country of Birth data

should be viewed together with Ancestry, Language Spoken at Home and Religion.

Birthplace

Birthplace - ranked by size


Country of birth Number % Regional NSW Number % Regional NSW 2006 to 2011

United Kingdom 1,703 3.7 3.7 1,556 3.4 3.7 +147

New Zealand 453 1.0 1.1 396 0.9 1.1 +57

Netherlands 200 0.4 0.3 214 0.5 0.3 -14

Germany 177 0.4 0.5 173 0.4 0.5 +4

Philippines 113 0.2 0.3 110 0.2 0.2 +3

South Africa 84 0.2 0.3 57 0.1 0.2 +27

United States of America 79 0.2 0.3 64 0.1 0.2 +15

India 69 0.1 0.3 28 0.1 0.2 +41

Ireland 58 0.1 0.2 62 0.1 0.1 -4

Malta 51 0.1 0.1 52 0.1 0.1 -1

Excludes countries with fewer than 20 people, or less than 0.1% of the total population.

Birthplace - summary


Birthplace Number % Regional NSW Number % Regional NSW 2006 to 2011

Total Overseas born 3,842 8.3 10.8 3,466 7.7 10.3 +376

Non-English speaking

backgrounds

1,427 3.1 5.2 1,301 2.9 4.9 +126

Main English speaking

countries

2,415 5.2 5.6 2,165 4.8 5.4 +250

Australia 40,019 86.0 83.8 39,197 86.8 83.7 +822

Not Stated 2,679 5.8 5.4 2,484 5.5 6.0 +195

Total Population 46,540 100.0 100.0 45,147 100.0 100.0 +1,393


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Country of birth, 2011


Change in country of birth, 2006 to 2011


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Dominant groups

Analysis of the country of birth of the population in Greater Taree City in 2011 compared to Regional NSW shows that

there was a smaller proportion of people born overseas, as well as a smaller proportion of people from a non-English

speaking background.

Overall, 8.3% of the population was born overseas, and 3.1% were from a non-English speaking background,

compared with 10.8% and 5.2% respectively for Regional NSW.

There were no major differences between Greater Taree City and Regional NSW in 2011.

Emerging groups

Between 2006 and 2011, the number of people born overseas increased by 376 or 10.8%, and the number of people

from a non-English speaking background increased by 126 or 9.7%.

The largest changes in birthplace countries of the population in this area between 2006 and 2011 were for those

born in:

United Kingdom (+147 persons)

New Zealand (+57 persons)

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The Year of Arrival data records when the overseas born population arrived in Australia. The data shows the degree

to which areas are 'ports' for new overseas migrants and reveals the role of Greater Taree City in housing the

overseas-born. The number of recent arrivals in an area is often determined by housing affordability, employment

opportunities and pre-existing communities located in the area.

Greater Taree City's Year of Arrival data, when used with Birthplace, Religion and Language Spoken at Home data, is

a good indicator of the likely need for services in migrant communities.

Year of arrival in Australia

Year of arrival in Australia

Greater Taree City 2011Year of arrival in Australia Number % Regional NSW

2006 to 9 Aug 2011 301 7.8 14.3

2001 to 2005 214 5.6 7.1

1991 to 2000 (10 year period) 292 7.6 9.6

1981 to 1990 (10 year period) 434 11.3 11.2

1971 to 1980 (10 year period) 605 15.7 14.0

1961 to 1970 (10 year period) 907 23.6 19.9

Arrived in 1960 or earlier 876 22.8 18.6

Not stated 218 5.7 5.4

Total 3,847 100.0 100.0


Year of arrival in Australia, 2011


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Dominant groups

Analysis of the year of arrival for the overseas born population of Greater Taree City in 2011 compared to Regional

NSW shows that there was a larger proportion of people who arrived before 2001, and a smaller proportion of recent

arrivals (those who arrived between 2006 and 2011).

Overall, 80.9% of the overseas born population arrived before 2001, and 7.8% arrived during or after 2006,


The major differences between the year of arrival data of Greater Taree City and Regional NSW were:

A larger percentage of arrivals between in 1960 or earlier (22.8% compared to 18.6%)

A larger percentage of arrivals between 1961 and 1970 (23.6% compared to 19.9%)

A larger percentage of arrivals between 1971 and 1980 (15.7% compared to 14.0%)

A smaller percentage of arrivals between 2006 and 9 Aug 2011 (7.8% compared to 14.3%)

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Proficiency in English measures the self-assessed proficiency in spoken English of people who speak a language

other than English at home. The data, when viewed with other ethnic and cultural indicators, such as Ancestry,

Country of Birth, Language Spoken at Home and Religion, reflects Greater Taree City's ethnic composition and how

long the overseas born have been in Australia. This helps service providers determine whether they need to

communicate with the local population in languages other than English.

Proficiency in English

Proficiency in English


English proficiency Number % Regional NSW Number % Regional NSW 2006 to 2011

Speaks English only 43,423 93.3 90.4 42,663 94.5 91.0 +760

Speaks another language,

and English well or very well

1,024 2.2 4.5 827 1.8 3.9 +197

Speaks another language,

and English not well or not

at all

125 0.3 0.7 96 0.2 0.7 +29

Not Stated 1,968 4.2 4.4 1,558 3.5 4.4 +410

Total population 46,540 100.0 100.0 45,144 100.0 100.0 +1,396


Proficiency in English, 2011


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Dominant groups

Analysis of the proficiency in English data for Greater Taree City in 2011 compared to Regional NSW shows that

there was a higher proportion of persons who spoke English only, and a similar proportion of persons who spoke

another language and English not well or not at all.

Overall, 93.3% of persons spoke English only, and 0.3% spoke another language and English not well or not at all,


Emerging groups

The most significant changes in the proficiency in English of the population in this area between 2006 and 2011 were

in those speaking:

Speaks English only (+760 persons)

Speaks another language, and English well or very well (+197 persons)

Change in proficiency in English, 2006 to 2011


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Greater Taree City's language statistics show the proportion of the population who speak a language at home other

than English. They indicate how culturally diverse a population is and the degree to which different ethnic groups and

nationalities are retaining their language.

Greater Taree City's language statistics should be analysed in conjunction with Country of Birth and Proficiency in

English to assist in identifying specific cultural and ethnic groups in the area and the services required by the

multicultural community.

Language spoken at home

Language spoken at home - ranked by size


Language (excludesEnglish) Number % Regional NSW Number % Regional NSW 2006 to 2011

German 121 0.3 0.3 94 0.2 0.3 +27

Filipino/Tagalog 65 0.1 0.2 48 0.1 0.1 +17

Dutch 62 0.1 0.1 81 0.2 0.1 -19

Italian 59 0.1 0.6 60 0.1 0.6 -1

Cantonese 47 0.1 0.2 72 0.2 0.2 -25

Excludes languages with fewer than 20 people speaking them at home, or less than 0.1% of the total population.

Language - summary


Language summary Number % Regional NSW Number % Regional NSW 2006 to 2011

Speaks English only 43,422 93.3 90.4 42,661 94.5 91.0 +761

Non-English total 1,027 2.2 5.1 861 1.9 4.5 +166

Not stated 2,092 4.5 4.5 1,624 3.6 4.5 +468



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Language spoken at home, 2011


Change in language spoken at home, 2006 to 2011


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Dominant groups

Analysis of the language spoken at home by the population of Greater Taree City in 2011 compared to Regional

NSW shows that there was a larger proportion of people who spoke English only, and a smaller proportion of those

speaking a non-English language (either exclusively, or in addition to English).

Overall, 93.3% of the population spoke English only, and 2.2% spoke a non-English language, compared with 90.4%

and 5.1% respectively for Regional NSW.

The dominant language spoken at home, other than English, in Greater Taree City was German, with 0.3% of the

population, or 121 people speaking this language at home.


Emerging groups

Between 2006 and 2011, the number of people who spoke a language other than English at home increased by 166

or 19.3%, and the number of people who spoke English only increased by 761 or 1.8%.

There were no major differences in Greater Taree City between 2006 and 2011.

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Greater Taree City's religion statistics provide an indicator of cultural identity and ethnicity when observed in

conjunction with other key variables. Religion data reveal the major concentrations of religions as well as revealing

the proportion of people with no religious affiliation. There are a number of reasons for different religious

compositions across areas including the country of birth and ethnic background of the population, the age of the

population (belief in religion is generally stronger, the older the population) and changes in values and belief

systems.

Greater Taree City's religion statistics should be analysed in conjunction with other ethnicity statistics such as

Country of Birth data and Language Spoken data to assist in identifying specific cultural and ethnic groups.

Religion

Religions - ranked by size


Religion Number % Regional NSW Number % Regional NSW 2006 to 2011

Anglican 15,039 32.3 26.6 15,017 33.3 28.2 +22

Western (Roman) Catholic 8,923 19.2 26.2 9,065 20.1 26.6 -142

Uniting Church 3,173 6.8 5.8 3,384 7.5 6.6 -211

Presbyterian and Reformed 2,044 4.4 4.2 2,118 4.7 4.6 -74

Christian,nfd 1,199 2.6 2.0 787 1.7 1.4 +412

Baptist 988 2.1 1.4 879 1.9 1.4 +109

Salvation Army 437 0.9 0.4 473 1.0 0.5 -36

Pentecostal 352 0.8 0.9 484 1.1 0.9 -132

Jehova's Witnesses 345 0.7 0.4 322 0.7 0.4 +23

Buddhism 324 0.7 0.8 252 0.6 0.6 +72

Excludes religions with fewer than 20 adherents, or less than 0.1% of the total population.

Religions - summary


Religion totals Number % Regional NSW Number % Regional NSW 2006 to 2011

Christian total 33,393 71.7 71.0 33,606 74.4 73.9 -213

Non Christian total 625 1.3 2.1 442 1.0 1.5 +183

Non-classifiable religious

belief

291 0.6 0.8 239 0.5 0.6 +52

No religion 8,553 18.4 18.4 6,668 14.8 14.5 +1,885

Not stated 3,679 7.9 7.8 4,190 9.3 9.5 -511



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Religion, 2011


Change in religion, 2006 to 2011


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Dominant groups

Analysis of the religious affiliation of the population of Greater Taree City in 2011 compared to Regional NSW shows

that there was a similar proportion of people who professed a religion as well as a similar proportion who stated they

had no religion.

Overall, 73.1% of the population nominated a religion, and 18.4% said they had no religion, compared with 73.0%


The largest single religion in Greater Taree City was Anglican, with 32.3% of the population or 15,039 people as

adherents.

The major differences between the religious affiliation for the population of Greater Taree City and Regional NSW

were:

A larger percentage who nominated Anglican (32.3% compared to 26.6%)

A smaller percentage who nominated Western (Roman) Catholic (19.2% compared to 26.2%)

Emerging groups

The largest changes in the religious affiliation of the population in Greater Taree City between 2006 and 2011 were

for those who nominated:

Christian,nfd (+412 persons)

Uniting Church (-211 persons)

Western (Roman) Catholic (-142 persons)

Pentecostal (-132 persons)

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Educational Qualifications relate to education outside of primary and secondary school and are one of the most

important indicators of socio-economic status. With other data sources, such as Employment Status, Income and

Occupation, Greater Taree City's Educational Qualifications help to evaluate the economic opportunities and socio-

economic status of the area and identify skill gaps in the labour market.

Qualifications

Highest qualification achieved


Qualification level Number % Regional NSW Number % Regional NSW 2006 to 2011

Bachelor or Higher degree 3,168 8.4 12.4 2,585 7.2 10.4 +583

Advanced Diploma or

Diploma

2,454 6.5 7.1 2,065 5.7 6.2 +389

Vocational 8,693 23.0 22.1 7,475 20.7 20.1 +1,218

No qualification 18,662 49.3 46.8 19,168 53.1 50.3 -506

Not stated 4,884 12.9 11.7 4,774 13.2 13.0 +110

Total persons aged 15+ 37,861 100.0 100.0 36,067 100.0 100.0 +1,794


Highest qualification achieved, 2011


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Dominant groups

Analysis of the qualifications of the population in Greater Taree City in 2011 compared to Regional NSW shows that

there was a lower proportion of people holding formal qualifications (Bachelor or higher degree; Advanced Diploma or

Diploma; or Vocational qualifications), and a higher proportion of people with no formal qualifications.

Overall, 37.8% of the population aged 15 and over held educational qualifications, and 49.3% had no qualifications,


The major differences between qualifications held by the population of Greater Taree City and Regional NSW were:

A larger percentage of persons with No qualifications (49.3% compared to 46.8%)

A smaller percentage of persons with Bachelor or Higher degrees (8.4% compared to 12.4%)

Emerging groups

The largest changes in the qualifications of the population in Greater Taree City between 2006 and 2011 were in

those with:

Vocational qualifications (+1,218 persons)

Bachelor or Higher degrees (+583 persons)

No qualifications (-506 persons)

Advanced Diploma or Diplomas (+389 persons)

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Greater Taree City's school completion data is a useful indicator of socio-economic status. With other indicators, such

as Proficiency in English, the data informs planners and decision-makers about people's ability to access services.

Combined with Educational Qualifications it also allows assessment of the skill base of the population.

Highest level of schooling

Highest level of secondary schooling completed


Level of schooling Number % Regional NSW Number % Regional NSW 2006 to 2011

Year 8 or below 3,176 8.4 7.0 3,828 10.6 8.4 -652

Year 9 or equivalent 4,918 13.0 10.4 4,776 13.2 11.0 +142



Year 12 or equivalent 10,064 26.6 34.5 8,622 23.9 30.8 +1,442

Did not go to school 103 0.3 0.4 133 0.4 0.5 -30

Not stated 3,552 9.4 8.6 3,238 9.0 9.3 +314



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Dominant groups

Analysis of the highest level of schooling attained by the population in Greater Taree City in 2011 compared to

Regional NSW shows that there was a higher proportion of people who had left school at an early level (Year 10 or

less) and a lower proportion of people who completed Year 12 or equivalent.

Overall, 57.5% of the population left school at Year 10 or below, and 26.6% went on to complete Year 12 or

equivalent, compared with 49.7% and 34.5% respectively for Regional NSW.

The major differences between the level of schooling attained by the population in Greater Taree City and Regional

NSW were:

A larger percentage of persons who completed year 10 or equivalent (35.9% compared to 32.0%)

A larger percentage of persons who completed year 9 or equivalent (13.0% compared to 10.4%)

A larger percentage of persons who completed year 8 or below (8.4% compared to 7.0%)

A smaller percentage of persons who completed year 12 or equivalent (26.6% compared to 34.5%)

Emerging groups

The largest changes in the level of schooling attained by the population in Greater Taree City, between 2006 and

2011 were:

Year 12 or equivalent (+1,442 persons)

Year 8 or below (-652 persons)

Year 11 or equivalent (+300 persons)

Year 10 or equivalent (+273 persons)

Change in highest level of schooling completed, 2006 to 2011


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The share of Greater Taree City's population attending educational institutions reflects the age structure of the

population, which influences the number of children attending school; proximity to tertiary education, which can mean

young adults leaving home to be nearer to educational facilities and; the degree to which people are seeking out

educational opportunities in adulthood, especially in their late teens and early twenties.

This data is often combined with Age Structure to identify areas with significant university student populations.

Education institution attending

Education institute attending


Type of institute Number % Regional NSW Number % Regional NSW 2006 to 2011

Pre-school 839 1.8 1.9 840 1.9 1.8 -1

Primary school 3,652 7.8 8.2 4,107 9.1 8.9 -455

Primary - Government 2,804 6.0 5.7 3,216 7.1 6.4 -412

Primary - Catholic 513 1.1 1.7 526 1.2 1.8 -13

Primary - Independent 335 0.7 0.8 365 0.8 0.7 -30

Secondary school 3,266 7.0 6.7 3,340 7.4 6.9 -74

Secondary - Government 2,481 5.3 4.5 2,600 5.8 4.8 -119

Secondary - Catholic 452 1.0 1.4 469 1.0 1.4 -17

Secondary - Independent 333 0.7 0.8 271 0.6 0.8 +62

TAFE 1,059 2.3 2.5 1,086 2.4 2.4 -27

University 588 1.3 2.9 407 0.9 2.5 +181

Other 201 0.4 0.5 202 0.4 0.5 -1

Not attending 33,753 72.5 70.5 32,191 71.3 69.6 +1,562

Not stated 3,183 6.8 6.8 2,972 6.6 7.4 +211

Total 46,541 100.0 100.0 45,145 100.0 100.0 +1,396


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Dominant groups

Analysis of the share of the population attending educational institutions in Greater Taree City in 2011 compared to

Regional NSW shows that there was a similar proportion attending primary school, a similar proportion attending

secondary school, and a lower proportion engaged in tertiary level education.

Overall, 7.8% of the population were attending primary school, 7.0% of the population were attending secondary

institutions, and 3.5% were learning at a tertiary level, compared with 8.2%, 6.7% and 5.4% respectively for Regional

NSW.

The major differences between the share of the population attending learning institutions in Greater Taree City and

Regional NSW were:

A larger percentage of persons not attending (72.5% compared to 70.5%)

A smaller percentage of persons attending University (1.3% compared to 2.9%)

Emerging groups

From 2006 to 2011, Greater Taree City's population aged 15 years and over increased by 1,396 people (+3.1%).

This represents an average annual change of 0.61% per year over the period.

The largest changes in the number of people attending education institutions in Greater Taree City, between 2006

and 2011 were in those who nominated:

Primary school (-455 persons)

Primary - Government (-412 persons)

University (+181 persons)

Secondary - Government (-119 persons)

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Greater Taree City's disability statistics relate directly to need for assistance due to a severe or profound disability.

The information may be used in the planning of local facilities, services such as day-care and occasional care and in

the provision of information and support to carers. Greater Taree City's disability statistics help in understanding the

prevalence of people who need support in the community, and along with information on Unpaid Care to a person with

a disability, how that support is provided.

Please note: A person's reported need for assistance is based on a subjective assessment and should therefore be

treated with caution. See the specific data notes for further detail.

Need for assistance

Need for assistance with core activities


Assistance needed by agegroup (years) Number

% of total agegroup Regional NSW Number

% of total agegroup Regional NSW 2006 to 2011

0 to 4 29 1.1 1.1 30 1.2 1.0 -1

5 to 9 120 4.3 3.0 73 2.4 2.2 +47

10 to 19 231 3.7 2.6 165 2.5 2.0 +66

20 to 59 1,091 5.3 3.2 916 4.3 2.9 +175

60 to 64 364 10.0 7.3 219 7.1 6.4 +145

65 to 69 277 8.5 7.7 185 7.1 6.3 +92

70 to 74 271 10.5 9.6 193 9.0 8.9 +78

75 to 79 273 14.2 14.8 259 14.6 14.8 +14

80 to 84 333 23.0 24.7 357 28.7 26.7 -24

85 and over 582 46.6 48.3 436 46.6 49.4 +146

Total persons needing

assistance

3,571 7.7 5.8 2,833 6.3 5.1 +738

Need for assistance with core activities


Assistance needed by agegroup (years) Number % Regional NSW Number % Regional NSW 2006 to 2011

Total persons needing

assistance

3,571 7.7 5.8 2,833 6.3 5.1 +738

Total persons not needing

assistance

40,559 87.1 89.0 40,356 89.4 89.6 +203

Not stated 2,411 5.2 5.2 1,956 4.3 5.3 +455

Total population 46,541 100.0 100.0 45,145 100.0 100.0 +1,396


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Change in need for assistance with core activities, 2006 to 2011


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Dominant groups

Analysis of the need for assistance of persons in Greater Taree City compared to Regional NSW shows that there

was a higher proportion of persons who reported needing assistance with core activities.

Overall, 7.7% of the population reported needing assistance with core activities, compared with 5.8% for Regional

NSW.

The major differences in the age groups reporting a need for assistance in Greater Taree City and Regional NSW

were:





Emerging groups

The major differences in the age groups reporting a need for assistance between 2006 and 2011 in Greater Taree

City were in the age groups:

20 to 59 (+175 persons)

85 and over (+146 persons)

60 to 64 (+145 persons)

65 to 69 (+92 persons)

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Greater Taree City's employment statistics are an important indicator of socio-economic status. The levels of full or

part-time employment, unemployment and labour force participation indicate the strength of the local economy and

social characteristics of the population. Employment status is linked to a number of factors including Age Structure,

which influences the number of people in the workforce; the economic base and employment opportunities available

in the area and; the education and skill base of the population (Occupations, Industries, Qualifications).

Employment status

Employment status


Employment status Number % Regional NSW Number % Regional NSW 2006 to 2011

Employed 16,398 90.7 93.9 15,978 89.4 92.9 +420

Employed full-time 9,105 50.4 56.7 9,171 51.3 56.5 -66

Employed part-time 6,923 38.3 35.0 6,386 35.7 33.8 +537

Hours worked not stated 370 2.0 2.1 421 2.4 2.6 -51

Unemployed 1,674 9.3 6.1 1,885 10.6 7.1 -211

Looking for full-time work 1,083 6.0 3.8 1,310 7.3 4.6 -227

Looking for part-time work 591 3.3 2.4 575 3.2 2.5 +16

Total Labour Force 18,072 100.0 100.0 17,863 100.0 100.0 +209

Labour force status


Labour force status Number % Regional NSW Number % Regional NSW 2006 to 2011

Total Labour force 18,072 47.7 56.4 17,863 49.5 55.9 +209

Not in the labour force 17,839 47.1 38.5 16,577 46.0 38.6 +1,262

Labour force status not stated 1,949 5.1 5.2 1,633 4.5 5.4 +316



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Dominant groups

The size of Greater Taree City's labour force in 2011 was 18,072 persons, of which 6,923 were employed part-time

and 9,105 were full time workers.

Analysis of the employment status (as a percentage of the labour force) in Greater Taree City in 2011 compared to

Regional NSW shows that there was a lower proportion in employment, and a higher proportion unemployed. Overall,

90.7% of the labour force was employed (43.3% of the population aged 15+), and 9.3% unemployed (4.4% of the

population aged 15+), compared with 93.9% and 6.1% respectively for Regional NSW.

The labour force participation rate refers to the proportion of the population over 15 years of age that was employed

or actively looking for work. "The labour force is a fundamental input to domestic production. Its size and composition

are therefore crucial factors in economic growth. From the viewpoint of social development, earnings from paid work

are a major influence on levels of economic well-being." (Australian Social Trends 1995).

Analysis of the labour force participation rate of the population in Greater Taree City in 2011 shows that there was a

lower proportion in the labour force (47.7%) compared with Regional NSW (56.4%).

Emerging groups

Between 2006 and 2011, the number of people employed in Greater Taree City showed an increase of 420 persons

and the number unemployed showed a decrease of 211 persons. In the same period, the number of people in the

labour force showed an increase of 209 persons, or 1.2%.

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Greater Taree City’s industry statistics identify the industry sectors in which the residents work (which may be withinthe residing area or elsewhere). This will be influenced by the skill base and socio-economic status of the residents

as well as the industries and employment opportunities present in the region.

When viewed in conjunction with Residents Place of Work data and Method of Travel to Work, industry sector

statistics provide insights into the relationship between the economic and residential role of the area.

Industry sectors of employment

Industry sector of employment


Industry sector Number % Regional NSW Number % Regional NSW 2006 to 2011

Agriculture, Forestry and

Fishing

754 4.6 5.8 873 5.5 7.0 -119

Mining 125 0.8 2.5 52 0.3 1.7 +73

Manufacturing 1,494 9.1 8.3 1,803 11.3 9.2 -309

Electricity, Gas, Water and

Waste Services

274 1.7 1.5 195 1.2 1.3 +79

Construction 1,325 8.1 7.9 1,432 9.0 7.7 -107

Retail Trade 2,285 13.9 11.4 2,339 14.6 12.3 -54

Wholesale trade 458 2.8 2.8 516 3.2 3.1 -58

Accommodation and Food

Services

1,227 7.5 7.7 1,064 6.7 7.5 +163

Transport, Postal and

Warehousing

650 4.0 4.2 679 4.2 4.3 -29

Information Media and

Telecommunications

163 1.0 1.0 164 1.0 1.2 -1

Financial and Insurance

Services

266 1.6 2.2 252 1.6 2.3 +14

Rental, Hiring and Real

Estate Services

253 1.5 1.4 260 1.6 1.5 -7

Professional, Scientific and

Technical Services

567 3.5 4.6 553 3.5 4.4 +14

Administrative and Support

Services

526 3.2 2.8 417 2.6 2.5 +109

Public Administration and

Safety

689 4.2 7.2 664 4.2 6.9 +25

Education and Training 1,356 8.3 8.6 1,286 8.0 8.2 +70

Health Care and Social

Assistance

2,814 17.2 13.0 2,263 14.2 11.5 +551

Arts and Recreation Services 197 1.2 1.2 209 1.3 1.2 -12

Other Services 645 3.9 3.9 620 3.9 3.8 +25

Inadequately described or

not stated

335 2.0 2.1 338 2.1 2.3 -3

Total employed persons

aged 15+

16,403 100.0 100.0 15,979 100.0 100.0 +424


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Greater Taree City's occupation statistics quantify the occupations in which the residents work (which may be within

the residing area or elsewhere). This will be influenced by the economic base and employment opportunities available

in the area, education levels, and the working and social aspirations of the population. When viewed with other

indicators, such as Educational Qualifications and Individual Income, Occupation is a key measure for evaluating

Greater Taree City's socio-economic status and skill base.

Occupations of employment

Occupation of employment


Occupation Number % Regional NSW Number % Regional NSW 2006 to 2011

Managers 1,902 11.6 13.4 2,088 13.1 14.5 -186

Professionals 2,725 16.6 17.4 2,358 14.8 16.3 +367

Technicians and Trades

Workers

2,496 15.2 15.2 2,507 15.7 15.4 -11

Community and Personal

Service Workers

1,890 11.5 10.7 1,572 9.8 9.6 +318

Clerical and Administrative

Workers

1,932 11.8 13.0 1,932 12.1 12.9 0

Sales Workers 1,870 11.4 9.7 1,757 11.0 10.0 +113

Machinery Operators And

Drivers

1,082 6.6 7.6 1,079 6.8 7.3 +3

Labourers 2,283 13.9 11.3 2,437 15.3 12.3 -154

Inadequately described 223 1.4 1.6 246 1.5 1.6 -23


aged 15+

16,403 100.0 100.0 15,976 100.0 100.0 +427


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Dominant groups

An analysis of the jobs held by the resident population in Greater Taree City in 2011 shows the three most popular

occupations were:

Professionals (2,725 people or 16.6%)

Technicians and Trades Workers (2,496 people or 15.2%)

Labourers (2,283 people or 13.9%)

In combination these three occupations accounted for 7,504 people in total or 45.7% of the employed resident

population.

In comparison, Regional NSW employed 17.4% in Professionals; 15.2% in Technicians and Trades Workers; and

11.3% in Labourers.

The major differences between the jobs held by the population of Greater Taree City and Regional NSW were:

A larger percentage of persons employed as Labourers (13.9% compared to 11.3%)

A larger percentage of persons employed as Sales Workers (11.4% compared to 9.7%)

A smaller percentage of persons employed as Managers (11.6% compared to 13.4%)

A smaller percentage of persons employed as Clerical and Administrative Workers (11.8% compared to 13.0%)

Emerging groups

The number of employed people in Greater Taree City increased by 427 between 2006 and 2011.

The largest changes in the occupations of residents between 2006 and 2011 in Greater Taree City were for those

employed as:

Professionals (+367 persons)

Community and Personal Service Workers (+318 persons)

Managers (-186 persons)

Labourers (-154 persons)

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Greater Taree City's commuting statistics reveal the main modes of transport by which residents get to work. There

are a number of reasons why people use different modes of transport to get to work including the availability of

affordable and effective public transport options, the number of motor vehicles available within a household, and the

distance travelled to work.

Commuting data is very useful in transport planning as it informs decision-makers about the availability, effectiveness

and utilisation of local transport options, particularly when analysed with Residents Place of Work data and Car

Ownership.

Method of travel to work

Method of travel to work


Main method of travel Number % Regional NSW Number % Regional NSW 2006 to 2011

Train 13 0.1 0.8 4 0.0 0.8 +9

Bus 70 0.4 0.9 65 0.4 0.9 +5

Tram or Ferry 0 0.0 0.0 5 0.0 0.0 -5

Taxi 26 0.2 0.1 24 0.2 0.2 +2

Car - as driver 10,623 66.0 65.2 9,891 62.6 61.6 +732

Car - as passenger 1,004 6.2 5.9 1,125 7.1 6.6 -121

Truck 291 1.8 1.6 384 2.4 2.0 -93

Motorbike 105 0.7 0.7 140 0.9 0.7 -35

Bicycle 61 0.4 0.7 105 0.7 0.8 -44

Walked only 578 3.6 4.0 631 4.0 4.7 -53

Other 172 1.1 1.3 160 1.0 1.2 +12

Worked at home 978 6.1 5.7 1,078 6.8 6.4 -100

Did not go to work 1,853 11.5 11.4 1,885 11.9 12.2 -32

Not stated 323 2.0 1.6 292 1.8 1.9 +31


aged 15+

16,097 100.0 100.0 15,789 100.0 100.0 +308


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Method of travel to work, 2011

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Change in method of travel to work, 2006 to 2011

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Dominant groups

In 2011, there were 83 people who caught public transport to work (train, bus, tram or ferry) in Greater Taree City,

compared with 12,023 who drove in private vehicles (car – as driver, car – as passenger, motorbike, or truck).

Analysis of the method of travel to work of the residents in Greater Taree City in 2011 compared to Regional NSW

shows that 0.5% used public transport, while 74.7% used a private vehicle, compared with 1.7% and 73.4%

respectively in Regional NSW.


Emerging groups

The number of employed people in Greater Taree City increased by 308 between 2006 and 2011.

The largest changes in the method of travel to work by resident population in Greater Taree City between 2006 and

2011 were for those nominated:

Car - as driver (+732 persons)

Car - as passenger (-121 persons)

Worked at home (-100 persons)

Truck (-93 persons)

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The voluntary work sector is an important part of Australia's economy. The level of volunteering can indicate the

cohesiveness of the community and how readily individuals are able to contribute to that community. Factors

impacting on the level of volunteering in Greater Taree City include the Age Structure of the population, the level of

Proficiency in English, Income and Education levels.

Volunteer work

Voluntary work


Volunteer status Number % Regional NSW Number % Regional NSW 2006 to 2011

Volunteer 7,454 19.7 20.0 7,764 21.5 10.4 -310

Not a volunteer 27,282 72.1 71.8 25,532 70.8 35.1 +1,750

Volunteer work not stated 3,125 8.3 8.2 2,778 7.7 4.4 +347



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Dominant groups

Analysis of the voluntary work performed by the population in Greater Taree City in 2011 compared to Regional NSW

shows that there was a similar proportion of persons who volunteered for an organisation or group.

Overall, 19.7% of the population reported performing voluntary work, compared with 20.0% for Regional NSW.

Emerging groups

The number of volunteers in Greater Taree City decreased by 310 people between 2006 and 2011.

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The proportion of people providing unpaid care for the aged and disabled in Greater Taree City can be an important

indicator of the level of demand for aged care services and facilities by local and state governments. An increasing

proportion of carers among the population may indicate inadequate aged care provision, or the need for in-home

support, or support for the carers themselves. The level of care provided by individuals is likely to be affected by

Household Income, Age Structure and the ethnic makeup of the community (Language Spoken), as well as the sense

of community cohesiveness.

Unpaid care

Unpaid care


Assistance to a person witha disability, long termillness or old age Number % Regional NSW Number % Regional NSW 2006 to 2011

Provided unpaid assistance 5,305 14.0 12.5 4,571 12.7 11.5 +734

No unpaid assistance

provided

29,288 77.4 78.9 28,328 78.5 79.0 +960

Not stated 3,267 8.6 8.6 3,174 8.8 9.5 +93



Unpaid care, 2011


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Dominant groups

Analysis of the unpaid care provided by the population in Greater Taree City in 2011 compared to Regional NSW

shows that there was a higher proportion of persons who provided unpaid care either to family members or others.

Overall, 14.0% of the population provided unpaid care, compared with 12.5% for Regional NSW.

Emerging groups

The number of people who provided unpaid assistance to a person with a disability, long term illness or old age in

Greater Taree City increased by 734 people between 2006 and 2011.

Change in unpaid care, 2006 to 2011


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Individual Income statistics are an indicator of socio-economic status. With other data sources, such as Household

Income, Educational Qualifications and Occupation, they help tell the story of the economic opportunities and socio-

economic status of Greater Taree City. The amount of income an individual receives is linked to a number of factors

including employment status, age (as for instance students and retirees often receive a lower income), qualifications

and type of employment.

The incomes presented on this page are for the latest Census year only. For comparison of incomes over time, go to

Individual Income Quartiles.

Individual income

Weekly individual gross income

Greater Taree City 2011Weekly income Number % Regional NSW

Negative Income/ Nil income 2,087 5.5 6.5

$1-$199 3,044 8.0 7.6

$200-$299 6,559 17.3 13.0

$300-$399 5,984 15.8 12.9

$400-$599 5,750 15.2 13.7

$600-$799 4,167 11.0 10.8

$800-$999 2,417 6.4 7.6

$1000-$1249 1,892 5.0 6.6

$1250-$1499 1,074 2.8 4.3

$1500-$1999 1,224 3.2 5.3

$2000 or more 640 1.7 3.9

Not stated 3,023 8.0 7.7

Total persons aged 15+ 37,861 100.0 100.0


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Dominant groups

Analysis of individual income levels in Greater Taree City in 2011 compared to Regional NSW shows that there was a

lower proportion of persons earning a high income (those earning $1,500 per week or more) and a higher proportion

of low income persons (those earning less than $400 per week).

Overall, 4.9% of the population earned a high income, and 46.7% earned a low income, compared with 9.2% and

40.0% respectively for Regional NSW.

The major differences between Greater Taree City's individual incomes and Regional NSW's individual incomes were:

A larger percentage of persons who earned $200-$299 (17.3% compared to 13.0%)



A smaller percentage of persons who earned $2000 or more (1.7% compared to 3.9%)

Weekly individual gross income, 2011


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Households form the common 'economic unit' in our society. Greater Taree City's Household Income is one of the

most important indicators of socio-economic status. With other data sources, such as Educational Qualifications and

Occupation, it helps to reveal the economic opportunities and socio-economic status of Greater Taree City. It is

important to note that income data is not necessarily a measure of wealth. For example, if an area has a large

number of retirees this will produce a higher proportion of households with low income but the retirees may have large

capital wealth. For this reason, household income should be viewed in conjunction with Age and Household

Composition.

The incomes presented on this page are for the latest Census year only. For comparison of incomes over time, go to

Household Income Quartiles.

Household income

Weekly household income

Greater Taree City 2011Weekly income Number % Regional NSW

Negative Income/Nil Income 205 1.1 1.2

$1-$199 390 2.1 1.7

$200-$299 778 4.2 3.4

$300-$399 1,955 10.6 8.5

$400-$599 2,931 15.9 12.3

$600-$799 2,354 12.8 10.3

$800-$999 1,815 9.9 8.9

$1000-$1249 1,539 8.4 7.9

$1250-$1499 1,234 6.7 6.9

$1500-$1999 1,513 8.2 10.1

$2000-$2499 865 4.7 6.6

$2500-$2999 485 2.6 5.2

$3000-$3499 272 1.5 3.2

$3500-$3999 92 0.5 1.2

$4000-$4999 44 0.2 0.9

$5000 or more 62 0.3 0.8

Not stated 1,887 10.2 10.8

Total households 18,421 100.0 100.0


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Dominant groups

Analysis of household income levels in Greater Taree City in 2011 compared to Regional NSW shows that there was

a smaller proportion of high income households (those earning $2,500 per week or more) and a higher proportion of

low income households (those earning less than $600 per week).

Overall, 5.2% of the households earned a high income, and 34.0% were low income households, compared with

11.3% and 27.2% respectively for Regional NSW.

The major differences between the household incomes of Greater Taree City and Regional NSW were:

A larger percentage of households who earned $400-$599 (15.9% compared to 12.3%)



A smaller percentage of households who earned $2500-$2999 (2.6% compared to 5.2%)

Weekly household income, 2011


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Greater Taree City's household and family structure is one of the most important demographic indicators. It reveals

the area's residential role and function, era of settlement and provides key insights into the level of demand for

services and facilities as most are related to age and household types.

To continue building the story, Greater Taree City's Household Summary should be viewed in conjunction with

Households with Children, Households without Children, Household Size, Age Structure and Dwelling Type.

Households summary

Household types


Households by type Number % Regional NSW Number % Regional NSW 2006 to 2011

Couples with children 4,265 22.5 26.7 4,620 25.8 28.2 -355

Couples without children 5,968 31.5 27.7 5,571 31.1 27.4 +397

One parent families 2,295 12.1 11.3 2,167 12.1 11.3 +128

Other families 142 0.7 0.9 133 0.7 0.9 +9

Group household 481 2.5 3.0 407 2.3 2.9 +74

Lone person 5,013 26.5 25.6 4,500 25.1 24.6 +513

Other not classifiable

household

520 2.7 2.8 312 1.7 2.9 +208

Visitor only households 257 1.4 2.0 226 1.3 1.8 +31

Total households 18,941 100.0 100.0 17,936 100.0 100.0 +1,005


Household types, 2011


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Dominant groups

Analysis of the household/family types in Greater Taree City in 2011 compared to Regional NSW shows that there

was a lower proportion of couple families with child(ren) as well as a higher proportion of one-parent families. Overall,

22.5% of total families were couple families with child(ren), and 12.1% were one-parent families, compared with 26.7%


There were a higher proportion of lone person households and a higher proportion of couples without children.

Overall, the proportion of lone person households was 26.5% compared to 25.6% in Regional NSW while the

proportion of couples without children was 31.5% compared to 27.7% in Regional NSW.

Emerging groups

The number of households in Greater Taree City increased by 1,005 between 2006 and 2011.

The largest changes in family/household types in Greater Taree City between 2006 and 2011 were:

Lone person (+513 households)

Couples without children (+397 households)

Couples with children (-355 households)

One parent families (+128 households)

Change in household types, 2006 to 2011


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The size of households in general follows the life-cycle of families. Households are usually small at the stage of

relationship formation (early marriage), and then increase in size with the advent of children. They later reduce in size

again as these children reach adulthood and leave home. Household size can also be influenced by a lack (or

abundance) of affordable housing. Overseas migrants and indigenous persons often have a tradition of living with

extended family members which significantly affects household size.

Household size in Australia has declined since the 1970s but between 2006 and 2011, the average household size

remained stable for the nation as a whole.

An increasing household size in an area may indicate a lack of affordable housing opportunities for young people, an

increase in the birth rate or an increase in family formation in the area. A declining household size may indicate

children leaving the area when they leave home, an increase in retirees settling in the area, or an attraction of young

singles and couples to the area.

For greater insight, Greater Taree City's Household Size data should be viewed in conjunction with Household

Summary, Age Structure, Dwelling Type, Household Income and Language Spoken at Home.

Household size

Household size


Number of persons usuallyresident Number % Regional NSW Number % Regional NSW 2006 to 2011

1 person 5,010 27.6 26.9 4,505 25.9 25.9 +505

2 persons 7,315 40.3 36.5 6,795 39.0 36.2 +520

3 persons 2,341 12.9 14.3 2,419 13.9 14.5 -78

4 persons 1,977 10.9 13.3 2,107 12.1 14.0 -130

5 persons 994 5.5 6.2 1,053 6.1 6.5 -59

6 or more persons 523 2.9 2.9 525 3.0 2.8 -2

Total classifiable households 18,160 100.0 100.0 17,404 100.0 100.0 +756


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Household size, 2011


Change in household size, 2006 to 2011


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Dominant groups

Analysis of the number of persons usually resident in a household in Greater Taree City compared with Regional

NSW shows that there were a higher proportion of lone person households, and a lower proportion of larger

households (those with 4 persons or more). Overall there were 27.6% of lone person households, and 19.2% of

larger households, compared with 26.9% and 22.3% respectively for Regional NSW.

The major differences in the household size for Greater Taree City and Regional NSW were:

A larger percentage of households with 2 persons usually resident (40.3% compared to 36.5%)

A smaller percentage of households with 4 persons usually resident (10.9% compared to 13.3%)

A smaller percentage of households with 3 persons usually resident (12.9% compared to 14.3%)

Emerging groups

The number of households in Greater Taree City increased by 756 between 2006 and 2011.

The largest changes in the number of persons usually resident in a household in Greater Taree City between 2006

and 2011 were:

2 persons (+520 households)

1 person (+505 households)

4 persons (-130 households)

3 persons (-78 households)

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Dwelling Type is an important determinant of Greater Taree City's residential role and function. A greater

concentration of higher density dwellings is likely to attract more young adults and smaller households, often renting.

Larger, detached or separate dwellings are more likely to attract families and prospective families. The residential

built form often reflects market opportunities or planning policy, such as building denser forms of housing around

public transport nodes or employment centres.

Dwelling Type statistics should be viewed in conjunction with Household size, Household Types, Housing Tenure and

Age Structure for a more complete picture of the housing market in Greater Taree City.

Dwelling type

Dwelling structure


Dwelling type Number % Regional NSW Number % Regional NSW 2006 to 2011

Separate house 18,341 84.4 81.5 17,501 85.2 81.7 +840

Medium density 2,929 13.5 14.0 2,503 12.2 13.6 +426

High density 46 0.2 2.2 61 0.3 2.1 -15

Caravans, cabin, houseboat 268 1.2 1.7 361 1.8 1.9 -93

Other 125 0.6 0.5 118 0.6 0.6 +7

Not stated 20 0.1 0.2 5 0.0 0.1 +15

Total Private Dwellings 21,729 100.0 100.0 20,549 100.0 100.0 +1,180

Dwelling type


Dwelling type Number % Regional NSW Number % Regional NSW 2006 to 2011

Occupied private dwellings 18,940 86.9 86.9 17,937 87.0 87.1 +1,003

Unoccupied private

dwellings

2,789 12.8 12.8 2,612 12.7 12.5 +177

Non private dwellings 65 0.3 0.4 67 0.3 0.4 -2

Total Dwellings 21,794 100.0 100.0 20,616 100.0 100.0 +1,178


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Change in dwelling structure, 2006 to 2011


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Dominant groups

In 2011, there were 18,341 separate houses in the area, 2,929 medium density dwellings, and 46 high density

dwellings. In addition, there were 268 caravans/cabins/houseboats in the area.

Analysis of the types of dwellings in Greater Taree City in 2011 shows that 84.4% of all dwellings were separate

houses; 13.5% were medium density dwellings, and 0.2% were high density dwellings, compared with 81.5%, 14.0%,

and 2.2% in the Regional NSW respectively.

In 2011, a total of 86.9% of the dwellings in Greater Taree City were occupied on Census night, compared to 86.9%

in Regional NSW. The proportion of unoccupied dwellings was 12.8%, which is similar compared to that found in

Regional NSW (12.8%).

Emerging groups

The total number of dwellings in Greater Taree City increased by 1,178 between 2006 and 2011.

The largest changes in the type of dwellings found in Greater Taree City between 2006 and 2011 were:

Separate house (+840 dwellings)

Medium density (+426 dwellings)

Caravans, cabin, houseboat (-93 dwellings)

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The Number of Bedrooms in a dwelling is an indicator of the size of dwellings, and when combined with dwelling type

information, provides insight into the role Greater Taree City plays in the housing market. For example, an area of

high density dwellings that are predominantly 1-2 bedroom are likely to attract students, single workers and young

couples, whereas a high density area with dwellings that are predominantly 2-3 bedroom may attract more empty

nesters and some families.

In combination with Household type and Household size, the Number of Bedrooms can also indicate issues around

housing affordability, overcrowding and other socio-economic factors.

Number of bedrooms per dwelling

Number of bedrooms per dwelling


Number of bedrooms Number % Regional NSW Number % Regional NSW 2006 to 2011

0 or 1 bedrooms 841 4.4 4.7 789 4.4 4.7 +52

2 bedrooms 3,262 17.2 18.1 3,254 18.1 18.5 +8

3 bedrooms 8,753 46.2 43.3 8,527 47.5 44.6 +226

4 bedrooms 4,337 22.9 23.7 3,902 21.8 22.4 +435

5 bedrooms or more 840 4.4 5.1 791 4.4 4.6 +49

Not stated 909 4.8 5.1 674 3.8 5.2 +235



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Dominant groups

Analysis of the number of bedrooms in dwellings in Greater Taree City in 2011 compared to Regional NSW shows

that there was a lower proportion of dwellings with 1 and 2 bedrooms, as well as a lower proportion of dwellings with 4

or more bedrooms.

Overall, 21.7% of households were in 1-2 bedroom dwellings, and 27.3% of 4-plus bedroom dwellings, compared with

22.8% and 28.8% for Regional NSW respectively.

The major difference between the number of bedrooms per dwelling of Greater Taree City and Regional NSW was:

A larger percentage of 3 bedroom dwellings (46.2% compared to 43.3%)

Emerging groups

The largest changes in the number of bedrooms per dwelling in Greater Taree City between 2006 and 2011 were:

4 bedrooms (+435 dwellings)

3 bedrooms (+226 dwellings)

0 or 1 bedrooms (+52 dwellings)

Change in number of bedrooms per dwelling, 2006 to 2011


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A fast Internet Connection is increasingly required for accessing essential information and undertaking domestic and

non-domestic business. Households with dial-up or no internet service are being left behind in the digital divide' as

both government and the private sector are increasingly conducting their business, or aspects of it, on-line.

Internet connectivity in Greater Taree City can be affected by availability of connection, Education, Household Income

and Age Structure.

Internet connection

Type of internet connection


Connection type Number % Regional NSW Number % Regional NSW 2006 to 2011

Total internet connection 12,264 64.7 68.2 8,972 50.0 52.4 +3,292

Broadband connection 11,031 58.2 61.3 4,464 24.9 28.1 +6,567

Dial-up connection 664 3.5 3.3 4,431 24.7 23.8 -3,767

Other connection 569 3.0 3.6 77 0.4 0.5 +492

No internet connection 5,452 28.8 25.1 8,120 45.3 41.3 -2,668

Not stated 1,226 6.5 6.7 844 4.7 6.3 +382



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Dominant groups

Analysis of the type of internet connection of households in Greater Taree City compared to Regional NSW shows

that there was a higher proportion of households with either no internet connection or a dial up connection, and a

lower proportion of households with broadband connectivity.

Overall 32.3% of households had no internet connection or a dial up connection, and 58.2% had broadband

connectivity, compared with 28.4% and 61.3% respectively in Regional NSW.

Emerging groups

Between 2006 and 2011 the number of households with an internet connection increased by 3,292.

The largest changes in the internet connectivity in Greater Taree City, between 2006 and 2011 were:

Broadband connection (+6,567 households)

Dial-up connection (-3,767 households)

Total internet connection (+3,292 households)

Change in type of internet connection, 2006 to 2011


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The ability of the population to access services and employment is strongly influenced by access to transport. The

number of motor vehicles per household in Greater Taree City quantifies access to private transport and will be

influenced by Age Structure and Household Type, which determine the number of adults present; access to Public

Transport; distance to shops, services, employment and education; and Household Income. Depending on these

factors, car ownership can be seen as a measure of advantage or disadvantage, or a neutral socio-economic

measure, which impacts on the environment and quality of life.

Number of cars per household

Car ownership


Number of cars Number % Regional NSW Number % Regional NSW 2006 to 2011

No motor vehicles 1,439 7.6 7.6 1,535 8.6 9.0 -96

1 motor vehicle 7,262 38.3 36.0 7,283 40.6 37.3 -21

2 motor vehicles 6,448 34.0 34.4 5,805 32.4 33.3 +643

3 or more motor vehicles 2,596 13.7 15.5 2,306 12.9 13.7 +290

Not stated 1,194 6.3 6.5 1,007 5.6 6.8 +187



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Dominant groups

Analysis of the car ownership of the households in Greater Taree City in 2011 compared to Regional NSW shows that

86.1% of the households owned at least one car, while 7.6% did not, compared with 86.0% and 7.6% respectively in

Regional NSW.

Of those that owned at least one vehicle, there was a larger proportion who owned just one car; a similar proportion

who owned two cars; and a smaller proportion who owned three cars or more.

Overall, 38.3% of the households owned one car; 34.0% owned two cars; and 13.7% owned three cars or more,

compared with 36.0%; 34.4% and 15.5% respectively for Regional NSW.

Emerging groups

The largest changes in the household car ownership in Greater Taree City between 2006 and 2011 were:

2 motor vehicles (+643 households)

3 or more motor vehicles (+290 households)

No motor vehicles (-96 households)

Change in car ownership, 2006 to 2011


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Greater Taree City's Housing Tenure data provides insights into its socio-economic status as well as the role it plays

in the housing market. For example, a high concentration of private renters may indicate a transient area attractive to

young singles and couples, while a concentration of home owners indicates a more settled area with mature families

and empty-nester Household Summary. Tenure can also reflect built form (Dwelling Type), with a significantly higher

share of renters in high density housing and a substantially larger proportion of home-owners in separate houses,

although this is not always the case.

In conjunction with other socio-economic status indicators in Greater Taree City, Tenure data is useful for analysing

housing markets, housing affordability and identifying public housing areas.

Housing tenure

Housing tenure


Tenure type Number % Regional NSW Number % Regional NSW 2006 to 2011

Fully owned 7,813 41.3 36.6 7,726 43.1 38.2 +87

Mortgage 5,025 26.5 29.7 4,878 27.2 28.7 +147

Renting 4,907 25.9 27.0 4,407 24.6 26.2 +500

Renting - Social housing 782 4.1 4.8 752 4.2 5.0 +30

Renting - Private 3,982 21.0 21.4 3,488 19.4 20.1 +494

Renting - Not stated 143 0.8 0.8 167 0.9 1.1 -24

Other tenure type 145 0.8 0.9 157 0.9 1.0 -12

Not stated 1,049 5.5 5.8 769 4.3 5.9 +280



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Dominant groups

Analysis of the housing tenure of the population of Greater Taree City in 2011 compared to Regional NSW shows that

there was a larger proportion of households who owned their dwelling; a smaller proportion purchasing their dwelling;

and a smaller proportion who were renters.

Overall, 41.3% of the population owned their dwelling; 26.5% were purchasing, and 25.9% were renting, compared

with 36.6%, 29.7% and 27.0% respectively for Regional NSW.

Emerging groups

The largest changes in housing tenure categories for the households in Greater Taree City between 2006 and 2011

were:

Renting - Private (+494 persons)

Mortgage (+147 persons)

Fully owned (+87 persons)

The total number of households in Greater Taree City increased by 1,002 between 2006 and 2011.

Change in housing tenure, 2006 to 2011


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Mortgage repayments are directly related to house prices in Greater Taree City, length of occupancy and the level of

equity of home owners. When viewed with Household Income data it may also indicate the level of housing stress

households in the community are under. In mortgage belt areas it is expected that households will be paying a higher

proportion of their income on their housing compared to well-established areas. First home buyer areas are also likely

to have larger mortgages than upgrader areas where households move in with equity from elsewhere.

Mortgage payment levels are not directly comparable over time because of inflation. For comparison of mortgage

payments over time, go to Housing Loan Quartiles.

Housing loan repayments

Monthly housing loan repayments

Greater Taree City 2011Monthly repayment amount Number % Regional NSW

Nil repayments 146 2.9 2.8

$1-$149 47 0.9 0.7

$150-$299 78 1.6 1.3

$300-$449 204 4.1 2.9

$450-$599 204 4.1 2.7

$600-$799 363 7.2 5.4

$800-$999 483 9.6 7.0

$1000-$1199 494 9.8 7.8

$1200-$1399 591 11.8 9.3

$1400-$1599 473 9.4 7.8

$1600-$1799 402 8.0 8.9

$1800-$1999 281 5.6 6.3

$2000-$2199 318 6.3 9.1

$2200-$2399 129 2.6 4.0

$2400-$2599 86 1.7 2.6

$2600-$2999 186 3.7 6.1

$3000-$3999 171 3.4 6.2

$4000-$4999 58 1.2 2.0

$5000 and over 51 1.0 1.6

Not stated 259 5.2 5.4

Total households with a mortgage 5,024 100.0 100.0


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Dominant groups

Analysis of the monthly housing loan repayments of households in Greater Taree City compared to Regional NSW

shows that there was a smaller proportion of households paying high mortgage repayments ($2,600 per month or

more), and a larger proportion of households with low mortgage repayments (less than $1000 per month).

Overall, 9.3% of households were paying high mortgage repayments, and 30.4% were paying low repayments,

compared with 15.9% and 23.0% respectively in Regional NSW.

The major differences between the household loan repayments of Greater Taree City and Regional NSW were:

A larger percentage of $800-$999 (9.6% compared to 7.0%)




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Rental payments can be a better measure of the cost of housing in Greater Taree City than mortgage repayments

because they are not contingent on length of occupancy or equity in the dwelling.

High rental payments may indicate desirable areas with mobile populations who prefer to rent, or a housing shortage,

or gentrification. Low rental payments may indicate public housing (check Tenure Type), or areas where low income

households move by necessity for a lower cost of living.

Rental payments are not directly comparable over time because of inflation. For comparison of rental payments over

time, go to Housing Rental Quartiles.

Housing rental payments

Weekly housing rental payments

Greater Taree City 2011Weekly rental amount Number % Regional NSW

Nil 218 4.4 5.1

$1 - $74 106 2.2 3.2

$75 - $99 227 4.6 5.4

$100 - $124 221 4.5 5.4

$125 - $149 395 8.0 6.3

$150 - $174 545 11.1 8.7

$175 - $199 561 11.4 6.9

$200 - $224 607 12.4 9.4

$225 - $249 426 8.7 5.8

$250 - $274 621 12.7 9.0

$275 - $299 257 5.2 5.7

$300 - $324 267 5.4 7.5

$325 - $349 84 1.7 3.4

$350 - $374 85 1.7 4.5

$375 - $399 27 0.6 2.2

$400 - $424 29 0.6 2.4

$425 - $449 3 0.1 0.8

$450 - $549 9 0.2 2.5

$550 - $649 8 0.2 0.8

$650 - $749 4 0.1 0.3

$750 - $849 3 0.1 0.2

$850 - $949 3 0.1 0.1

$950+ 33 0.7 0.5

Rent Not stated 168 3.4 3.9

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Dominant groups

Analysis of the weekly housing rental payments of households in Greater Taree City compared to Regional NSW

shows that there was a smaller proportion of households paying high rental payments ($400 per week or more), as

well as a smaller proportion of households with low rental payments (less than $150 per week).

Overall, 1.9% of households were paying high rental payments, and 23.8% were paying low payments, compared with

7.7% and 25.3% respectively in Regional NSW.

The major differences between the housing rental payments of Greater Taree City and Regional NSW were:

A larger percentage of $175 - $199 (11.4% compared to 6.9%)




Weekly housing rental payments, 2011


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Greater Taree City SEIFA Index of Disadvantage measures the relative level of socio-economic disadvantage

based on a range of Census characteristics. It is a good place to start to get a general view of the relative level

of disadvantage in one area compared to others and is used to advocate for an area based on its level of

disadvantage.

The index is derived from attributes that reflect disadvantage such as low income, low educational attainment,

high unemployment, and jobs in relatively unskilled occupations. When targeting services to disadvantaged

communities, it is important to also look at these underlying characteristics as they can differ markedly between

areas with similar SEIFA scores and shed light on the type of disadvantage being experienced.

A higher score on the index means a lower level of disadvantage. A lower score on the index means a higher

level of disadvantage.

SEIFA by Local Government Area SEIFA by small areas

SEIFA - disadvantage

Index of relative socio-economic disadvantage

Local Government Areas in New South Wales

Local Government Area 2011 index

Ku-ring-gai (A) 1,120.7

Mosman (A) 1,110.7

Woollahra (A) 1,107.0

Lane Cove (A) 1,106.9

North Sydney (A) 1,104.8

The Hills Shire (A) 1,101.1

Manly (A) 1,099.4

Pittwater (A) 1,094.4

Hunters Hill (A) 1,092.2

Hornsby (A) 1,085.2

Willoughby (C) 1,083.5

Palerang (A) 1,081.7

Waverley (A) 1,079.6

Leichhardt (A) 1,078.9

Warringah (A) 1,077.3

Sutherland Shire (A) 1,074.6

Canada Bay (A) 1,067.0

Yass Valley (A) 1,060.6

Kiama (A) 1,054.6

Ryde (C) 1,050.4

Snowy River (A) 1,050.0

Camden (A) 1,047.1

Queanbeyan (C) 1,045.7

Randwick (C) 1,042.7

Conargo (A) 1,040.1

Blue Mountains (C) 1,038.6

Kogarah (C) 1,036.2

Wollondilly (A) 1,033.6

Wingecarribee (A) 1,023.8

Strathfield (A) 1,022.1

Unincorporated NSW 1,021.8

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Marrickville (A) 1,021.6

Hawkesbury (C) 1,020.3

Sydney (C) 1,019.9

Ashfield (A) 1,015.4

Singleton (A) 1,013.0

Hurstville (C) 1,006.9

Upper Lachlan Shire (A) 1,006.3

Gosford (C) 1,006.3

Cabonne (A) 1,000.3

Lockhart (A) 999.3

Jerilderie (A) 997.6

Wagga Wagga (C) 997.6

Penrith (C) 996.3

Burwood (A) 996.1

Lake Macquarie (C) 994.8

Newcastle (C) 993.9

Maitland (C) 992.8

Rockdale (C) 991.2

Bathurst Regional (A) 991.0

Cooma-Monaro (A) 990.6

Greater Hume Shire (A) 989.3

Ballina (A) 988.7

Dungog (A) 988.5

Murray (A) 987.7

Armidale Dumaresq (A) 986.9

Uralla (A) 984.7

Parramatta (C) 983.7

Blayney (A) 982.2

Upper Hunter Shire (A) 981.5

Port Stephens (A) 979.9

Wollongong (C) 979.6

Albury (C) 978.6

Dubbo (C) 977.0

Orange (C) 977.0

Byron (A) 976.6

Oberon (A) 975.9

Wakool (A) 975.7

Botany Bay (C) 975.7

Coolamon (A) 975.1

Bland (A) 974.5

Walcha (A) 973.9

Port Macquarie-Hastings (A) 968.9

Carrathool (A) 968.8

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Bega Valley (A) 968.7

Shellharbour (C) 968.6

Blacktown (C) 968.5

Muswellbrook (A) 968.2

Corowa Shire (A) 967.8

Holroyd (C) 965.6

Boorowa (A) 963.8

Griffith (C) 963.7

Gundagai (A) 961.6

Mid-Western Regional (A) 961.5

Tamworth Regional (A) 959.9

Tweed (A) 958.5

Coffs Harbour (C) 958.4

Wentworth (A) 957.4

Cobar (A) 956.7

Eurobodalla (A) 955.8

Temora (A) 955.6

Shoalhaven (C) 954.6

Leeton (A) 954.5

Tumbarumba (A) 954.3

Berrigan (A) 954.1

Narrabri (A) 953.4

Lismore (C) 952.7

Bombala (A) 952.5

Wyong (A) 951.7

Goulburn Mulwaree (A) 951.4

Tumut Shire (A) 951.3

Gloucester (A) 951.0

Liverpool (C) 951.0

Bellingen (A) 950.1

Young (A) 947.3

Forbes (A) 946.8

Gunnedah (A) 946.7

Balranald (A) 946.2

Bogan (A) 946.1

Weddin (A) 945.0

Campbelltown (C) 944.8

Parkes (A) 943.5

Harden (A) 941.9

Junee (A) 941.7

Deniliquin (A) 941.6

Cootamundra (A) 941.5

Warren (A) 941.2

Gwydir (A) 939.9

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Lachlan (A) 938.1

Urana (A) 937.1

Cessnock (C) 936.4

Bourke (A) 932.6

Great Lakes (A) 932.3

Bankstown (C) 931.7

Guyra (A) 931.0

Murrumbidgee (A) 928.3

Cowra (A) 928.0

Hay (A) 927.0

Narromine (A) 926.6

Narrandera (A) 925.2

Lithgow (C) 924.2

Canterbury (C) 922.0

Glen Innes Severn (A) 921.8

Inverell (A) 921.4

Liverpool Plains (A) 921.3

Clarence Valley (A) 919.4

Auburn (C) 916.7

Tenterfield (A) 915.4

Moree Plains (A) 915.1

Greater Taree (C) 913.7

Warrumbungle Shire (A) 911.3

Gilgandra (A) 910.6

Kyogle (A) 907.1

Nambucca (A) 900.0

Broken Hill (C) 899.6

Richmond Valley (A) 899.5

Wellington (A) 893.2

Kempsey (A) 879.7

Coonamble (A) 879.6

Walgett (A) 856.2

Fairfield (C) 854.0

Central Darling (A) 824.4

Brewarrina (A) 788.4

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, thepopulation experts.

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Demographic change across Australia is recorded by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) in the Census

collections every five years. Population experts, .id, analyse and convert these raw figures into stories of place to

inform council staff, community groups, investors, business, students and the general public.

Greater Taree City Community Profile provides demographic analysis for the City and its suburbs based on results

from the 2011, 2006, 2001, 1996 and 1991 Censuses of Population and Housing. The profile is updated with

population estimates when the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) releases new figures such as the annual

Estimated Resident Population (ERP).

Suburb boundaries and Census questions change over time, but .id manages the data to ensure that there is an

accurate time series provided for the current geographic boundaries. You can read more about this in the Geography

Notes section.

Results for Greater Taree City include population, age structure, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, income, qualifications,

occupations, employment, unemployment, disability, disadvantage, volunteering, childcare, family structure,

household structure, housing tenure, mortgage and rental payments, and the size and type of the dwellings people

live in.

The Community Profile presents this information in clear maps, tables and charts with concise factual commentary to

answer three important questions:

1. What are the characteristics of the people who live here?

2. How are they changing?

3. How do they compare to other areas?

This provides the basis for making evidence-based decisions about how to provide services for the community as it

changes.

You can be confident about the quality of the information as it is derived from Australian Bureau of Statistics data,

analysed and presented by population experts and funded by Greater Taree City.

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