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Greater Taree CityCouncilGreater Taree City
2011 Census results
Comparison year: 2006Benchmark area: Regional NSW
Compiled and presented in profile.id®. http://profile.id.com.au/greatertaree
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)
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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Estimated Resident Population (ERP)
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Regional Population Growth, Australia (3218.0). Compiled and presented by.id the population experts
Annual change in Estimated Resident Population (ERP)
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Regional Population Growth, Australia (3218.0). Compiled and presented by.id the population experts
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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
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
Change in five year age structure, 2006 to 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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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%)
A larger percentage of persons aged 60 to 64 (7.8% compared to 6.5%)
A larger percentage of persons aged 70 to 74 (5.6% compared to 4.3%)
A larger percentage of persons aged 55 to 59 (7.6% compared to 6.7%)
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
Greater Taree City 2011 2006 Change
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
Greater Taree City 2011 2006 Change
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
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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Ancestry, 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
Change in ancestry, 2006 to 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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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
Greater Taree City 2011 2006 Change
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
Greater Taree City 2011 2006 Change
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
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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Country of birth, 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
Change in country of birth, 2006 to 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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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
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by.id, the population experts.
Year of arrival in Australia, 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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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,
compared with 73.2% and 14.3% respectively for Regional NSW.
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
Greater Taree City 2011 2006 Change
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
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by.id, the population experts.
Proficiency in English, 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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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,
compared with 90.4% and 0.7% respectively for Regional NSW.
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
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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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
Greater Taree City 2011 2006 Change
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
Greater Taree City 2011 2006 Change
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
Total Population 46,541 100.0 100.0 45,146 100.0 100.0 +1,395
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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Language spoken at home, 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
Change in language spoken at home, 2006 to 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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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.
There were no major differences between Greater Taree City and Regional NSW in 2011.
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
Greater Taree City 2011 2006 Change
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
Greater Taree City 2011 2006 Change
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
Total Population 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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Religion, 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
Change in religion, 2006 to 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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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%
and 18.4% respectively for Regional NSW.
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
Greater Taree City 2011 2006 Change
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
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by.id, the population experts.
Highest qualification achieved, 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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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,
compared with 41.5% and 46.8% respectively for Regional NSW.
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)
Change in highest qualification achieved, 2006 to 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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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
Greater Taree City 2011 2006 Change
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 10 or equivalent 13,574 35.9 32.0 13,301 36.9 33.1 +273
Year 11 or equivalent 2,475 6.5 7.1 2,175 6.0 6.8 +300
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
Total persons aged 15+ 37,862 100.0 100.0 36,073 100.0 100.0 +1,789
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by.id, the population experts.
Highest level of schooling completed, 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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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
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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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
Greater Taree City 2011 2006 Change
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
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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Education institute attending, 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
Change in education institute attending, 2006 to 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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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
Greater Taree City 2011 2006 Change
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
Greater Taree City 2011 2006 Change
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
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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Need for assistance with core activities, 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
Change in need for assistance with core activities, 2006 to 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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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:
A larger percentage of persons aged 60 to 64 (10.0% compared to 7.3%)
A larger percentage of persons aged 20 to 59 (5.3% compared to 3.2%)
A larger percentage of persons aged 5 to 9 (4.3% compared to 3.0%)
A larger percentage of persons aged 10 to 19 (3.7% compared to 2.6%)
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
Greater Taree City 2011 2006 Change
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
Greater Taree City 2011 2006 Change
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
Total persons aged 15+ 37,860 100.0 100.0 36,073 100.0 100.0 +1,787
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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Employment status, 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
Change in employment status, 2006 to 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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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
Greater Taree City 2011 2006 Change
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
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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Industry sector of employment, 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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Change in industry sector of employment, 2006 to 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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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
Greater Taree City 2011 2006 Change
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
Total employed persons
aged 15+
16,403 100.0 100.0 15,976 100.0 100.0 +427
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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Occupation of employment, 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
Change in occupation of employment, 2006 to 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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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
Greater Taree City 2011 2006 Change
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
Total employed persons
aged 15+
16,097 100.0 100.0 15,789 100.0 100.0 +308
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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Method of travel to work, 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Enumerated data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
Change in method of travel to work, 2006 to 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Enumerated data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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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.
There were no major differences between Greater Taree City and Regional NSW in 2011.
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
Greater Taree City 2011 2006 Change
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
Total persons aged 15+ 37,861 100.0 100.0 36,074 100.0 100.0 +1,787
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by.id, the population experts.
Voluntary work, 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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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.
Change in voluntary work, 2006 to 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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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
Greater Taree City 2011 2006 Change
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
Total persons aged 15+ 37,860 100.0 100.0 36,073 100.0 100.0 +1,787
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by.id, the population experts.
Unpaid care, 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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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
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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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
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2011 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by.id, the population experts.
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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 larger percentage of persons who earned $300-$399 (15.8% compared to 12.9%)
A larger percentage of persons who earned $400-$599 (15.2% compared to 13.7%)
A smaller percentage of persons who earned $2000 or more (1.7% compared to 3.9%)
Weekly individual gross income, 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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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
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2011 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by.id, the population experts.
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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 larger percentage of households who earned $600-$799 (12.8% compared to 10.3%)
A larger percentage of households who earned $300-$399 (10.6% compared to 8.5%)
A smaller percentage of households who earned $2500-$2999 (2.6% compared to 5.2%)
Weekly household income, 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Enumerated data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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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
Greater Taree City 2011 2006 Change
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
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by.id, the population experts.
Household types, 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Enumerated data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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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%
and 11.3% respectively for Regional NSW.
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
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Enumerated data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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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
Greater Taree City 2011 2006 Change
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
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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Household size, 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Enumerated data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
Change in household size, 2006 to 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Enumerated data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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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
Greater Taree City 2011 2006 Change
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
Greater Taree City 2011 2006 Change
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
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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Dwelling structure, 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Enumerated data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
Change in dwelling structure, 2006 to 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Enumerated data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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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
Greater Taree City 2011 2006 Change
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
Total households 18,942 100.0 100.0 17,937 100.0 100.0 +1,005
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by.id, the population experts.
Number of bedrooms per dwelling, 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Enumerated data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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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
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Enumerated data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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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
Greater Taree City 2011 2006 Change
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
Total households 18,942 100.0 100.0 17,936 100.0 100.0 +1,006
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by.id, the population experts.
Type of internet connection, 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Enumerated data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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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
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Enumerated data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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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
Greater Taree City 2011 2006 Change
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
Total households 18,939 100.0 100.0 17,936 100.0 100.0 +1,003
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by.id, the population experts.
Car ownership, 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Enumerated data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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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
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Enumerated data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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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
Greater Taree City 2011 2006 Change
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
Total households 18,939 100.0 100.0 17,937 100.0 100.0 +1,002
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by.id, the population experts.
Housing tenure, 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Enumerated data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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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
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Enumerated data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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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
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2011 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by.id, the population experts.
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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%)
A larger percentage of $1200-$1399 (11.8% compared to 9.3%)
A larger percentage of $1000-$1199 (9.8% compared to 7.8%)
A larger percentage of $600-$799 (7.2% compared to 5.4%)
Monthly housing loan repayments, 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Enumerated data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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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
Total households renting 4,907 100.0 100.0
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2011 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by.id, the population experts.
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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%)
A larger percentage of $250 - $274 (12.7% compared to 9.0%)
A larger percentage of $200 - $224 (12.4% compared to 9.4%)
A larger percentage of $225 - $249 (8.7% compared to 5.8%)
Weekly housing rental payments, 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Enumerated data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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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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Index of relative socio-economic disadvantage
Local Government Areas in New South Wales
Local Government Area 2011 index
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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Index of relative socio-economic disadvantage
Local Government Areas in New South Wales
Local Government Area 2011 index
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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Index of relative socio-economic disadvantage
Local Government Areas in New South Wales
Local Government Area 2011 index
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.
About the community profile
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