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Sutherland ShireCouncilSutherland Shire

2011 Census results

Comparison year: 2006Benchmark area: Greater Sydney

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Table of contents

Estimated Resident Population (ERP) 2

Population highlights 4

About the areas 6

Five year age groups 9

Ancestry 12

Birthplace 15

Year of arrival in Australia 17

Proficiency in English 19

Language spoken at home 22

Religion 25

Qualifications 27

Highest level of schooling 29

Education institution attending 32

Need for assistance 35

Employment status 38

Industry sectors of employment 41

Occupations of employment 44

Method of travel to work 47

Volunteer work 49

Unpaid care 51

Individual income 53

Household income 55

Households summary 57

Household size 60

Dwelling type 63

Number of bedrooms per dwelling 65

Internet connection 67

Number of cars per household 69

Housing tenure 70

Housing loan repayments 72

Housing rental payments 74

SEIFA - disadvantage 78

About the community profile 79

The Estimated Resident Population is the OFFICIAL Sutherland Shire 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 Sutherland Shire. 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 Sutherland

Shire.

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)


Sutherland Shire

Year (ending June 30) NumberChange in

numberChange in

percent

2001 213,828 -- --

2002 214,434 +606 +0.28

2003 214,195 -239 -0.11

2004 213,371 -824 -0.38

2005 212,864 -507 -0.24

2006 212,531 -333 -0.16

2007 213,812 +1,281 +0.60

2008 216,276 +2,464 +1.15

2009 218,601 +2,325 +1.08

2010 219,560 +959 +0.44

2011 219,751 +191 +0.09

2012 220,534 +783 +0.36

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

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Annual change in Estimated Resident Population (ERP)

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2011 Sutherland Shire Greater Sydney New South Wales Australia

Median age 3936 38 37

Median weeklyhouseholdincome

$1,674$1,447 $1,237 $1,234

Couples withchildren 38%

35% 32% 31%

Older coupleswithout children 10%

8% 9% 9%

Medium andhigh densityHousing

34%40%

31% 25%

Householdswith amortgage

38%33% 32% 33%

Median weeklyrent $370

$351 $300 $285

Householdsrenting 20%

30% 29% 29%

Non-Englishspeakingbackgrounds

10%26% 19% 16%

Universityattendance 4%

5%

4% 4%

Bachelor orHigher degree 20%

24%

20%

19%

Vocational 22%15% 18% 18%

Public transport(to work) 15%

20%

14% 10%

Population highlights

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Unemployment 4%6% 6% 6%

SEIFA index ofdisadvantage2011

10751011 996 1002

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Location and boundaries

Sutherland Shire is located at the southern coastal border of the Sydney metropolitan area, about 26 kilometres from

the Sydney CBD. Sutherland Shire is bounded by Bankstown City and the Georges River in the north, the South

Pacific Ocean in the east, Wollongong City and Royal National Park in the south and Deadman's Creek, Woronora

Dam and Campbelltown and Liverpool Cities in the west.

Name origin

Sutherland Shire is thought to be named after Forby Sutherland, a sailor on the 'Endeavour'.

About the area

Important

Statistics

Population

210,8612011 Usual residents

Land area

36,873hectares (369

Km )2

Population density

5.72persons per hectare

Sutherland Shire

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Settlement history

European settlement dates from 1806 when settlers lived along the Georges River. Early industries included timber

cutting, fishing, market gardening, cattle grazing and farming. Crown land sales began from 1856. The population

grew slowly until 1885 when the first steam train to Sutherland commenced. Coastal and river frontage areas such as

Como, Cronulla, Illawarra and Yowie Bay became popular as country retreats for wealthy city dwellers. Settlement

continued slowly, with only about 1,500 people living in the area when the Shire was proclaimed in 1906. The

population grew to nearly 3,000 by 1911, aided by the Sutherland-Cronulla steam train service which was

inaugurated as a ‘light railway'. This increased the popularity of the Cronulla beaches and aided in businessdevelopment. By 1914 the population had grown to over 7,500. In 1921 the population reached nearly 8,000, by 1931

it was over 12,000 and by 1939 it was nearly 20,000. By 1951 it had risen to over 50,000.

Significant residential development occurred in the 1950s, accompanied by industrial and commercial development.

Farms and bushland were replaced by new suburban housing estates, starting in the east of the Shire and later in the

west. The population jumped to nearly 112,000 by 1961 and continued to grow to over 153,000 by 1971. Population

growth since then has slowed as the supply of new land within the Shire is almost exhausted and infill development

(villas, townhouses, flats and apartments) has become the dominant form of housing additional people. The

population increased slightly during the 1990s, rising from 184,000 in 1991 to 202,000 in 2001. The population was

then relatively stable between 2001 and 2006, rising marginally to 202,000 people. Recent population growth has

been largely in the Barden Ridge and Menai areas (where the new releases of land for urban development have

been) and around the main railway stations.

Land use

Sutherland Shire is predominantly a residential

area, but also has substantial industrial,

commercial and rural areas. The Shire

encompasses a total land area of about 370

square kilometres, including beaches, waterways,

bushlands, parklands and national parks.

Transport

The Shire is served by the Princes Highway and

the Illawarra and Cronulla railway lines with

stations at Caringbah, Como, Cronulla, Engadine,

Gymea, Heathcote, Jannali, Kirrawee, Loftus,

Miranda, Sutherland, Waterfall and Woolooware.

Major features

Major features of the Shire include Botany Bay National Park, Georges River National Park, Heathcote National Park,

Royal National Park, the Georges River, the Hacking River, Woronora Dam, Burnum Burnum Sanctuary (Jannali

Park), Towra Point Nature Reserve, Westfield Miranda Shopping Centre, Sutherland Hospital, Caltex Refineries,

Holsworthy Military Reserve, Toyota Stadium (Endeavour Field) - home of the Cronulla-Sutherland rugby league

team, TAFE NSW Sydney Institute - Sutherland College (Gymea and Loftus Campuses), EG Waterhouse National

Camellia Gardens and several beaches.

Indigenous background

The original inhabitants of the Sutherland area were the Dharawal Aboriginal people.

Included areas

Sutherland Shire includes the suburbs and localities of Alfords Point, Bangor, Barden Ridge, Bonnet Bay, Bundeena,

Burraneer, Caringbah, Como, Cronulla, Dolans Bay, Engadine, Grays Point, Gymea, Gymea Bay, Heathcote,

Holsworthy (part), Illawong, Jannali, Kangaroo Point, Kareela, Kirrawee, Kurnell, Lilli Pilli, Loftus, Lucas Heights,

Maianbar, Menai, Miranda, Oyster Bay, Royal National Park, Sandy Point, Sutherland, Sylvania, Sylvania Waters,

Taren Point, Waterfall, Woolooware, Woronora, Woronora Dam (part), Woronora Heights, Yarrawarrah and Yowie

Bay.

Land use

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The Age Structure of Sutherland Shire provides key insights into the level of demand for age based services and

facilities such as child care. It is also an indicator of Sutherland Shire'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 Sutherland Shire's Age Structure should be viewed in conjunction with Household

Types and Dwelling Types.

Five year age groups

Age structure - Five year age groups

Sutherland Shire 2011 2006 Change

Five year age groups(years) Number %

GreaterSydney Number %

GreaterSydney 2006 to 2011

0 to 4 13,930 6.6 6.8 13,217 6.4 6.6 +713

5 to 9 13,415 6.4 6.3 12,959 6.3 6.5 +456

10 to 14 13,029 6.2 6.1 13,727 6.7 6.5 -698

15 to 19 13,470 6.4 6.3 14,447 7.0 6.6 -977

20 to 24 13,410 6.4 7.0 13,435 6.5 7.2 -25

25 to 29 12,806 6.1 7.8 12,606 6.1 7.4 +200

30 to 34 13,186 6.3 7.7 14,510 7.1 7.9 -1,324

35 to 39 15,264 7.2 7.6 15,026 7.3 7.7 +238

40 to 44 15,223 7.2 7.3 15,177 7.4 7.6 +46

45 to 49 15,052 7.1 7.0 15,563 7.6 7.2 -511

50 to 54 15,062 7.1 6.5 14,117 6.9 6.3 +945

55 to 59 13,419 6.4 5.7 13,140 6.4 5.8 +279

60 to 64 12,176 5.8 5.1 10,172 5.0 4.4 +2,004

65 to 69 9,412 4.5 3.8 7,241 3.5 3.4 +2,171

70 to 74 6,735 3.2 2.9 6,167 3.0 2.8 +568

75 to 79 5,548 2.6 2.3 6,111 3.0 2.5 -563

80 to 84 5,117 2.4 1.9 4,466 2.2 2.0 +651

85 and over 4,607 2.2 1.8 3,367 1.6 1.6 +1,240

Total 210,861 100.0 100.0 205,448 100.0 100.0 +5,413

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

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Five year age structure, 2011

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Change in five year age structure, 2006 to 2011

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Dominant groups

Analysis of the five year age groups of Sutherland Shire in 2011 compared to Greater Sydney shows that there was a

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

groups (65+).

Overall, 19.1% of the population was aged between 0 and 15, and 14.9% were aged 65 years and over, compared

with 19.2% and 12.8% respectively for Greater Sydney.

The major differences between the age structure of Sutherland Shire and Greater Sydney were:

A larger percentage of persons aged 55 to 59 (6.4% compared to 5.7%)




Emerging groups

From 2006 to 2011, Sutherland Shire's population increased by 5,413 people (2.6%). This represents an average

annual population change of 0.52% 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 (+2,171 persons)

60 to 64 (+2,004 persons)

30 to 34 (-1,324 persons)

85 and over (+1,240 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 Sutherland Shire 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 Sutherland Shire's ethnic characteristics.

Ancestry

Ancestry - ranked by size


Ancestry Number %GreaterSydney Number %


Australian 81,280 38.5 25.7 88,805 43.2 29.5 -7,525

English 78,872 37.4 25.8 69,618 33.9 24.6 +9,254

Irish 25,265 12.0 8.3 21,911 10.7 7.9 +3,354

Scottish 18,678 8.9 6.3 15,780 7.7 5.9 +2,898

Italian 8,334 4.0 4.2 7,759 3.8 4.2 +575

Greek 6,732 3.2 2.6 6,421 3.1 2.7 +311

German 6,564 3.1 2.5 5,941 2.9 2.5 +623

Chinese 5,520 2.6 8.2 4,753 2.3 7.1 +767

Dutch 2,706 1.3 1.0 2,668 1.3 1.0 +38

Maltese 2,171 1.0 1.2 1,929 0.9 1.3 +242

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

Ancestry - totals


Ancestry totals Number %GreaterSydney Number %


Not stated 10,011 4.7 7.0 12,396 6.0 9.1 -2,385

Total People 210,861 100.0 100.0 205,421 100.0 100.0 +5,440

Total responses 281,211 -- -- 268,428 -- -- +12,783


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Change in ancestry, 2006 to 2011


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Dominant groups

Analysis of the ancestry responses of the population in Sutherland Shire in 2011 shows that the top five ancestries

nominated were:

Australian (81,280 people or 38.5%)

English (78,872 people or 37.4%)

Irish (25,265 people or 12.0%)

Scottish (18,678 people or 8.9%)

Italian (8,334 people or 4.0%)

In combination these five ancestries account for 212,429 responses in total, or 100.74% of all responses.

The major differences between the ancestries of the population in Sutherland Shire and Greater Sydney were:

A larger percentage of people with Australian ancestry (38.5% compared to 25.7%)

A larger percentage of people with English ancestry (37.4% compared to 25.8%)

A larger percentage of people with Irish ancestry (12.0% compared to 8.3%)

A larger percentage of people with Scottish ancestry (8.9% compared to 6.3%)

Emerging groups

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

English (+9,254 persons)

Australian (-7,525 persons)

Irish (+3,354 persons)

Scottish (+2,898 persons)

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

Shire. 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, Sutherland Shire's Country of Birth data should

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

Birthplace

Birthplace - ranked by size


Country of birth Number %GreaterSydney Number %


United Kingdom 9,619 4.6 4.1 9,407 4.6 4.3 +212

New Zealand 3,346 1.6 1.9 3,287 1.6 2.0 +59

China 1,797 0.9 3.4 1,346 0.7 2.6 +451

South Africa 1,265 0.6 0.8 1,141 0.6 0.7 +124

Italy 1,156 0.5 1.0 1,212 0.6 1.1 -56

Greece 1,033 0.5 0.7 1,119 0.5 0.8 -86

India 947 0.4 2.0 710 0.3 1.3 +237

Philippines 925 0.4 1.4 763 0.4 1.3 +162

Germany 916 0.4 0.4 890 0.4 0.5 +26

Egypt 861 0.4 0.4 911 0.4 0.4 -50

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

Birthplace - summary


Birthplace Number %GreaterSydney Number %


Total Overseas born 36,476 17.3 34.2 33,910 16.5 31.7 +2,566

Non-English speaking

backgrounds

20,333 9.6 26.3 18,450 9.0 23.9 +1,883

Main English speaking

countries

16,143 7.7 7.9 15,460 7.5 7.8 +683

Australia 166,121 78.8 59.9 160,508 78.1 60.4 +5,613

Not Stated 8,264 3.9 5.9 11,035 5.4 7.9 -2,771

Total Population 210,861 100.0 100.0 205,453 100.0 100.0 +5,408


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Country of birth, 2011


Change in country of birth, 2006 to 2011


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Dominant groups

Analysis of the country of birth of the population in Sutherland Shire in 2011 compared to Greater Sydney 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, 17.3% of the population was born overseas, and 9.6% were from a non-English speaking background,

compared with 34.2% and 26.3% respectively for Greater Sydney.

The largest non-English speaking country of birth in Sutherland Shire was China, where 0.9% of the population, or

1,797 people, were born.

The major differences between the countries of birth of the population in Sutherland Shire and Greater Sydney were:

A smaller percentage of people born in China (0.9% compared to 3.4%)

A smaller percentage of people born in India (0.4% compared to 2.0%)

A smaller percentage of people born in Vietnam (0.2% compared to 1.6%)

Emerging groups

Between 2006 and 2011, the number of people born overseas increased by 2,566 or 7.6%, and the number of

people from a non-English speaking background increased by 1,883 or 10.2%.

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

born in:

China (+451 persons)

India (+237 persons)

United Kingdom (+212 persons)

Philippines (+162 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 Sutherland Shire 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.

Sutherland Shire'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

Sutherland Shire 2011

Year of arrival in Australia Number %GreaterSydney

2006 to 9 Aug 2011 4,407 12.1 20.1

2001 to 2005 3,361 9.2 12.2

1991 to 2000 (10 year period) 5,522 15.1 19.4

1981 to 1990 (10 year period) 5,991 16.4 17.5

1971 to 1980 (10 year period) 5,265 14.4 10.9

1961 to 1970 (10 year period) 5,963 16.3 9.4

Arrived in 1960 or earlier 4,607 12.6 6.5

Not stated 1,441 3.9 4.1

Total 36,557 100.0 100.0


Year of arrival in Australia, 2011


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Dominant groups

Analysis of the year of arrival for the overseas born population of Sutherland Shire in 2011 compared to Greater

Sydney 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, 74.8% of the overseas born population arrived before 2001, and 12.1% arrived during or after 2006,


The major differences between the year of arrival data of Sutherland Shire and Greater Sydney were:

A larger percentage of arrivals between 1961 and 1970 (16.3% compared to 9.4%)

A larger percentage of arrivals between in 1960 or earlier (12.6% compared to 6.5%)

A larger percentage of arrivals between 1971 and 1980 (14.4% compared to 10.9%)

A smaller percentage of arrivals between 2006 and 9 Aug 2011 (12.1% compared to 20.1%)

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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 Sutherland Shire's ethnic composition and how

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

communicate with the local population in languages other than English.

Proficiency in English

Proficiency in English


English proficiency Number %GreaterSydney Number %


Speaks English only 179,675 85.2 62.2 175,892 85.6 64.0 +3,783

Speaks another language,

and English well or very well

21,938 10.4 26.7 19,017 9.3 23.7 +2,921

Speaks another language,

and English not well or not

at all

2,531 1.2 5.8 2,215 1.1 5.5 +316

Not Stated 6,717 3.2 5.4 8,324 4.1 6.8 -1,607

Total population 210,861 100.0 100.0 205,448 100.0 100.0 +5,413


Proficiency in English, 2011


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Dominant groups

Analysis of the proficiency in English data for Sutherland Shire in 2011 compared to Greater Sydney shows that there

was a higher proportion of persons who spoke English only, and a lower proportion of persons who spoke another

language and English not well or not at all.

Overall, 85.2% of persons spoke English only, and 1.2% spoke another language and English not well or not at all,


Emerging groups

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

in those speaking:

Speaks English only (+3,783 persons)

Speaks another language, and English well or very well (+2,921 persons)

Speaks another language, and English not well or not at all (+316 persons)

Change in proficiency in English, 2006 to 2011


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Sutherland Shire'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.

Sutherland Shire's language statistics should be analysed in conjunction with Country of Birth and Proficiency in

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

multicultural community.

Language spoken at home

Language spoken at home - ranked by size


Language (excludesEnglish) Number %



Greek 4,085 1.9 1.8 3,881 1.9 1.9 +204

Arabic 1,994 0.9 4.1 1,961 1.0 3.9 +33

Cantonese 1,991 0.9 3.0 1,978 1.0 3.0 +13

Italian 1,937 0.9 1.6 1,919 0.9 1.7 +18

Mandarin 1,578 0.7 3.0 1,163 0.6 2.3 +415

Spanish 1,299 0.6 1.1 1,043 0.5 1.1 +256

Macedonian 1,029 0.5 0.4 971 0.5 0.5 +58

German 742 0.4 0.4 667 0.3 0.4 +75

Russian 687 0.3 0.4 404 0.2 0.3 +283

Filipino/Tagalog 642 0.3 1.2 507 0.2 1.1 +135

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

Language - summary


Language summary Number %GreaterSydney Number %


Speaks English only 179,675 85.2 62.2 175,892 85.6 64.0 +3,783

Non-English total 24,350 11.5 32.5 21,234 10.3 29.2 +3,116

Not stated 6,833 3.2 5.3 8,326 4.1 6.8 -1,493



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Change in language spoken at home, 2006 to 2011


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Dominant groups

Analysis of the language spoken at home by the population of Sutherland Shire in 2011 compared to Greater Sydney

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, 85.2% of the population spoke English only, and 11.5% spoke a non-English language, compared with 62.2%

and 32.5% respectively for Greater Sydney.

The dominant language spoken at home, other than English, in Sutherland Shire was Greek, with 1.9% of the

population, or 4,085 people speaking this language at home.

The major differences between the languages spoken at home for the population of Sutherland Shire and Greater

Sydney in 2011 were:

A smaller percentage speaking Arabic at home (0.9% compared to 4.1%)

A smaller percentage speaking Mandarin at home (0.7% compared to 3.0%)

A smaller percentage speaking Cantonese at home (0.9% compared to 3.0%)

A smaller percentage speaking Vietnamese at home (0.2% compared to 1.9%)

Emerging groups

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

3,116 or 14.7%, and the number of people who spoke English only increased by 3,783 or 2.2%.

The largest changes in the spoken languages of the population in Sutherland Shire between 2006 and 2011 were for

those speaking:

Mandarin (+415 persons)

Russian (+283 persons)

Spanish (+256 persons)

Greek (+204 persons)

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Sutherland Shire'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.

Sutherland Shire's religion statistics should be analysed in conjunction with other ethnicity statistics such as Country

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

Religion

Religions - ranked by size


Religion Number %GreaterSydney Number %


Western (Roman) Catholic 65,216 30.9 27.5 62,670 30.5 28.3 +2,546

Anglican 54,432 25.8 16.1 55,305 26.9 17.9 -873

Uniting Church 8,776 4.2 2.8 10,242 5.0 3.4 -1,466

Greek Orthodox 6,753 3.2 2.7 6,431 3.1 2.9 +322

Presbyterian and Reformed 5,965 2.8 2.4 6,104 3.0 2.6 -139

Baptist 4,440 2.1 1.5 4,307 2.1 1.5 +133

Christian,nfd 3,360 1.6 1.7 2,362 1.1 1.3 +998

Buddhism 2,287 1.1 4.1 1,794 0.9 3.7 +493

Pentecostal 1,891 0.9 1.1 1,981 1.0 1.1 -90

Islam 1,648 0.8 4.7 1,410 0.7 3.9 +238

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

Religions - summary


Religion totals Number %GreaterSydney Number %


Christian total 157,946 74.9 60.9 156,354 76.1 64.0 +1,592

Non Christian total 5,810 2.8 13.2 4,774 2.3 10.9 +1,036

Non-classifiable religious

belief

1,160 0.6 0.6 962 0.5 0.6 +198

No religion 33,977 16.1 17.6 26,561 12.9 14.1 +7,416

Not stated 11,968 5.7 7.6 16,798 8.2 10.4 -4,830



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Religion, 2011


Change in religion, 2006 to 2011


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Dominant groups

Analysis of the religious affiliation of the population of Sutherland Shire in 2011 compared to Greater Sydney shows

that there was a higher proportion of people who professed a religion and a lower proportion who stated they had no

religion.

Overall, 77.7% of the population nominated a religion, and 16.1% said they had no religion, compared with 74.1%


The largest single religion in Sutherland Shire was Western (Roman) Catholic, with 30.9% of the population or 65,216

people as adherents.

The major differences between the religious affiliation for the population of Sutherland Shire and Greater Sydney

were:

A larger percentage who nominated Anglican (25.8% compared to 16.1%)

A larger percentage who nominated Western (Roman) Catholic (30.9% compared to 27.5%)

A larger percentage who nominated Uniting Church (4.2% compared to 2.8%)

A smaller percentage who nominated Islam (0.8% compared to 4.7%)

Emerging groups

The largest changes in the religious affiliation of the population in Sutherland Shire between 2006 and 2011 were for

those who nominated:

Western (Roman) Catholic (+2,546 persons)

Uniting Church (-1,466 persons)

Christian,nfd (+998 persons)

Anglican (-873 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, Sutherland Shire's Educational Qualifications help to evaluate the economic opportunities and socio-

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

Qualifications

Highest qualification achieved


Qualification level Number %GreaterSydney Number %


Bachelor or Higher degree 33,628 19.7 24.1 27,280 16.5 20.0 +6,348

Advanced Diploma or

Diploma

18,771 11.0 9.0 16,315 9.9 8.1 +2,456

Vocational 37,208 21.8 15.1 35,376 21.4 14.9 +1,832

No qualification 64,824 38.0 40.5 67,428 40.7 42.7 -2,604

Not stated 16,061 9.4 11.3 19,146 11.6 14.3 -3,085

Total persons aged 15+ 170,492 100.0 100.0 165,545 100.0 100.0 +4,947


Highest qualification achieved, 2011


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Dominant groups

Analysis of the qualifications of the population in Sutherland Shire in 2011 compared to Greater Sydney shows that

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

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

Overall, 52.6% of the population aged 15 and over held educational qualifications, and 38.0% had no qualifications,


The major differences between qualifications held by the population of Sutherland Shire and Greater Sydney were:

A larger percentage of persons with Vocational qualifications (21.8% compared to 15.1%)

A larger percentage of persons with Advanced Diploma or Diplomas (11.0% compared to 9.0%)

A smaller percentage of persons with Bachelor or Higher degrees (19.7% compared to 24.1%)

A smaller percentage of persons with No qualifications (38.0% compared to 40.5%)

Emerging groups

The largest changes in the qualifications of the population in Sutherland Shire between 2006 and 2011 were in those

with:

Bachelor or Higher degrees (+6,348 persons)

No qualifications (-2,604 persons)

Advanced Diploma or Diplomas (+2,456 persons)

Vocational qualifications (+1,832 persons)

Change in highest qualification achieved, 2006 to 2011


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

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

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

Highest level of schooling

Highest level of secondary schooling completed


Level of schooling Number %GreaterSydney Number %


Year 8 or below 5,236 3.1 4.8 5,958 3.6 5.6 -722

Year 9 or equivalent 10,705 6.3 5.5 11,233 6.8 6.0 -528

Year 10 or equivalent 46,219 27.1 19.6 48,695 29.4 21.5 -2,476

Year 11 or equivalent 9,994 5.9 5.3 9,906 6.0 5.5 +88

Year 12 or equivalent 87,690 51.4 55.0 76,912 46.5 49.1 +10,778

Did not go to school 553 0.3 1.3 568 0.3 1.4 -15

Not stated 10,093 5.9 8.5 12,262 7.4 10.8 -2,169



Highest level of schooling completed, 2011


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Dominant groups

Analysis of the highest level of schooling attained by the population in Sutherland Shire in 2011 compared to Greater

Sydney 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, 36.8% of the population left school at Year 10 or below, and 51.4% went on to complete Year 12 or

equivalent, compared with 31.2% and 55.0% respectively for Greater Sydney.

The major differences between the level of schooling attained by the population in Sutherland Shire and Greater

Sydney were:

A larger percentage of persons who completed year 10 or equivalent (27.1% compared to 19.6%)

A smaller percentage of persons who completed year 12 or equivalent (51.4% compared to 55.0%)

A smaller percentage of persons who completed year 8 or below (3.1% compared to 4.8%)

Emerging groups

The largest changes in the level of schooling attained by the population in Sutherland Shire, between 2006 and 2011

were:

Year 12 or equivalent (+10,778 persons)

Year 10 or equivalent (-2,476 persons)

Year 8 or below (-722 persons)

Year 9 or equivalent (-528 persons)

Change in highest level of schooling completed, 2006 to 2011


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The share of Sutherland Shire's population attending educational institutions reflects the age structure of the

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

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

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

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

Education institution attending

Education institute attending


Type of institute Number %GreaterSydney Number %


Pre-school 4,446 2.1 1.8 4,144 2.0 1.7 +302

Primary school 17,451 8.3 7.8 17,124 8.3 8.0 +327

Primary - Government 12,287 5.8 5.2 12,031 5.9 5.4 +256

Primary - Catholic 4,104 1.9 1.7 4,078 2.0 1.7 +26

Primary - Independent 1,060 0.5 1.0 1,015 0.5 1.0 +45

Secondary school 14,089 6.7 6.4 14,615 7.1 6.5 -526

Secondary - Government 8,768 4.2 3.6 9,277 4.5 3.7 -509

Secondary - Catholic 3,731 1.8 1.7 3,623 1.8 1.7 +108

Secondary - Independent 1,590 0.8 1.2 1,715 0.8 1.2 -125

TAFE 4,830 2.3 2.4 5,071 2.5 2.5 -241

University 8,844 4.2 5.2 7,004 3.4 4.4 +1,840

Other 1,250 0.6 0.9 1,197 0.6 0.8 +53

Not attending 149,741 71.0 68.3 143,531 69.9 67.0 +6,210

Not stated 10,209 4.8 7.1 12,762 6.2 9.2 -2,553

Total 210,860 100.0 100.0 205,448 100.0 100.0 +5,412


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Dominant groups

Analysis of the share of the population attending educational institutions in Sutherland Shire in 2011 compared to

Greater Sydney 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, 8.3% of the population were attending primary school, 6.7% of the population were attending secondary

institutions, and 6.5% were learning at a tertiary level, compared with 7.8%, 6.4% and 7.6% respectively for Greater

Sydney.

The major differences between the share of the population attending learning institutions in Sutherland Shire and

Greater Sydney were:

A larger percentage of persons not attending (71.0% compared to 68.3%)

A smaller percentage of persons attending University (4.2% compared to 5.2%)

Emerging groups

From 2006 to 2011, Sutherland Shire's population aged 15 years and over increased by 5,412 people (+2.6%). This

represents an average annual change of 0.52% per year over the period.

The largest changes in the number of people attending education institutions in Sutherland Shire, between 2006 and

2011 were in those who nominated:

University (+1,840 persons)

Secondary school (-526 persons)

Secondary - Government (-509 persons)

Primary school (+327 persons)

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Sutherland Shire'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. Sutherland Shire's disability statistics help in understanding the

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

a disability, how that support is provided.

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

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

Need for assistance

Need for assistance with core activities


Assistance needed by agegroup (years) Number

% of total agegroup

GreaterSydney Number

% of total agegroup


0 to 4 128 0.9 0.9 103 0.8 0.8 +25

5 to 9 320 2.4 2.3 225 1.7 1.7 +95

10 to 19 494 1.9 1.9 363 1.3 1.4 +131

20 to 59 1,513 1.3 2.0 1,334 1.2 1.7 +179

60 to 64 375 3.1 6.2 260 2.6 5.2 +115

65 to 69 368 3.9 7.7 255 3.5 6.7 +113

70 to 74 441 6.5 11.4 345 5.6 10.3 +96

75 to 79 639 11.5 18.1 636 10.4 16.0 +3

80 to 84 1,021 19.9 27.7 976 21.8 27.1 +45

85 and over 1,988 43.2 48.4 1,392 41.4 46.6 +596

Total persons needing

assistance

7,287 3.5 4.4 5,889 2.9 3.8 +1,398

Need for assistance with core activities


Assistance needed by agegroup (years) Number %



Total persons needing

assistance

7,287 3.5 4.4 5,889 2.9 3.8 +1,398

Total persons not needing

assistance

195,418 92.7 89.7 189,958 92.5 88.9 +5,460

Not stated 8,154 3.9 6.0 9,601 4.7 7.4 -1,447

Total population 210,859 100.0 100.0 205,448 100.0 100.0 +5,411


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Dominant groups

Analysis of the need for assistance of persons in Sutherland Shire compared to Greater Sydney shows that there was

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

Overall, 3.5% of the population reported needing assistance with core activities, compared with 4.4% for Greater

Sydney.

The major differences in the age groups reporting a need for assistance in Sutherland Shire and Greater Sydney

were:

A smaller percentage of persons aged 80 to 84 (19.9% compared to 27.7%)


A smaller percentage of persons aged 85 and over (43.2% compared to 48.4%)


Emerging groups

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

were in the age groups:

85 and over (+596 persons)

20 to 59 (+179 persons)

10 to 19 (+131 persons)

60 to 64 (+115 persons)

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Sutherland Shire's employment statistics are an important indicator of socio-economic status. The levels of full or

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

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

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

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

Employment status

Employment status


Employment status Number %GreaterSydney Number %


Employed 110,466 96.5 94.3 107,536 97.1 94.7 +2,930

Employed full-time 70,367 61.4 62.0 69,272 62.5 63.0 +1,095

Employed part-time 38,108 33.3 30.1 35,608 32.2 28.9 +2,500

Hours worked not stated 1,991 1.7 2.1 2,656 2.4 2.8 -665

Unemployed 4,064 3.5 5.7 3,214 2.9 5.3 +850

Looking for full-time work 2,247 2.0 3.3 1,799 1.6 3.3 +448

Looking for part-time work 1,817 1.6 2.4 1,415 1.3 2.1 +402

Total Labour Force 114,530 100.0 100.0 110,750 100.0 100.0 +3,780

Labour force status


Labour force status Number %GreaterSydney Number %


Total Labour force 114,530 67.2 61.7 110,750 66.9 60.7 +3,780

Not in the labour force 49,436 29.0 32.4 46,642 28.2 31.8 +2,794

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Dominant groups

The size of Sutherland Shire's labour force in 2011 was 114,530 persons, of which 38,108 were employed part-time

and 70,367 were full time workers.

Analysis of the employment status (as a percentage of the labour force) in Sutherland Shire in 2011 compared to

Greater Sydney shows that there was a higher proportion in employment, and a lower proportion unemployed.

Overall, 96.5% of the labour force was employed (64.8% of the population aged 15+), and 3.5% unemployed (2.4% of

the population aged 15+), compared with 94.3% and 5.7% respectively for Greater Sydney.

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 Sutherland Shire in 2011 shows that there was a

higher proportion in the labour force (67.2%) compared with Greater Sydney (61.7%).

Emerging groups

Between 2006 and 2011, the number of people employed in Sutherland Shire showed an increase of 2,930 persons

and the number unemployed showed an increase of 850 persons. In the same period, the number of people in the

labour force showed an increase of 3,780 persons, or 3.4%.

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Sutherland Shire’s industry statistics identify the industry sectors in which the residents work (which may be within theresiding area or elsewhere). This will be influenced by the skill base and socio-economic status of the residents as

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

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

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

Industry sectors of employment

Industry sector of employment


Industry sector Number %GreaterSydney Number %


Agriculture, Forestry and

Fishing

129 0.1 0.4 180 0.2 0.4 -51

Mining 204 0.2 0.2 109 0.1 0.2 +95

Manufacturing 8,801 8.0 8.5 10,013 9.3 9.7 -1,212

Electricity, Gas, Water and

Waste Services

1,286 1.2 0.9 1,141 1.1 0.8 +145

Construction 9,689 8.8 7.1 8,899 8.3 7.1 +790

Retail Trade 11,101 10.0 9.8 11,536 10.7 10.5 -435

Wholesale trade 5,289 4.8 5.3 5,538 5.1 5.6 -249

Accommodation and Food

Services

5,788 5.2 6.2 5,827 5.4 6.0 -39

Transport, Postal and

Warehousing

7,804 7.1 5.3 7,885 7.3 5.4 -81

Information Media and

Telecommunications

2,089 1.9 3.0 2,143 2.0 3.0 -54

Financial and Insurance

Services

6,358 5.8 6.6 6,346 5.9 6.4 +12

Rental, Hiring and Real

Estate Services

2,182 2.0 1.8 2,270 2.1 1.9 -88

Professional, Scientific and

Technical Services

9,430 8.5 9.6 8,567 8.0 8.9 +863

Administrative and Support

Services

3,327 3.0 3.5 3,103 2.9 3.4 +224

Public Administration and

Safety

7,561 6.8 5.6 6,979 6.5 5.6 +582

Education and Training 9,739 8.8 7.6 8,776 8.2 7.2 +963

Health Care and Social

Assistance

11,415 10.3 10.9 10,106 9.4 10.0 +1,309

Arts and Recreation Services 1,745 1.6 1.6 1,532 1.4 1.4 +213

Other Services 4,227 3.8 3.7 4,310 4.0 3.7 -83

Inadequately described or

not stated

2,299 2.1 2.6 2,276 2.1 2.8 +23

Total employed persons

aged 15+

110,463 100.0 100.0 107,536 100.0 100.0 +2,927


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Sutherland Shire'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

Sutherland Shire's socio-economic status and skill base.

Occupations of employment

Occupation of employment


Occupation Number %GreaterSydney Number %


Managers 15,758 14.3 13.3 15,302 14.2 13.2 +456

Professionals 25,378 23.0 25.5 23,366 21.7 23.8 +2,012

Technicians and Trades

Workers

15,329 13.9 12.2 15,235 14.2 12.7 +94

Community and Personal

Service Workers

10,812 9.8 8.8 9,502 8.8 8.0 +1,310

Clerical and Administrative

Workers

20,332 18.4 16.2 20,028 18.6 16.7 +304

Sales Workers 10,899 9.9 9.0 11,402 10.6 9.5 -503

Machinery Operators And

Drivers

4,404 4.0 5.7 4,545 4.2 6.0 -141

Labourers 5,924 5.4 7.3 6,463 6.0 8.1 -539

Inadequately described 1,626 1.5 2.0 1,693 1.6 2.1 -67


aged 15+

110,462 100.0 100.0 107,536 100.0 100.0 +2,926


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Dominant groups

An analysis of the jobs held by the resident population in Sutherland Shire in 2011 shows the three most popular

occupations were:

Professionals (25,378 people or 23.0%)

Clerical and Administrative Workers (20,332 people or 18.4%)

Managers (15,758 people or 14.3%)

In combination these three occupations accounted for 61,468 people in total or 55.6% of the employed resident

population.

In comparison, Greater Sydney employed 25.5% in Professionals; 16.2% in Clerical and Administrative Workers; and

13.3% in Managers.

The major differences between the jobs held by the population of Sutherland Shire and Greater Sydney were:

A larger percentage of persons employed as Clerical and Administrative Workers (18.4% compared to 16.2%)

A larger percentage of persons employed as Technicians and Trades Workers (13.9% compared to 12.2%)

A smaller percentage of persons employed as Professionals (23.0% compared to 25.5%)

A smaller percentage of persons employed as Labourers (5.4% compared to 7.3%)

Emerging groups

The number of employed people in Sutherland Shire increased by 2,926 between 2006 and 2011.

The largest changes in the occupations of residents between 2006 and 2011 in Sutherland Shire were for those

employed as:

Professionals (+2,012 persons)

Community and Personal Service Workers (+1,310 persons)

Labourers (-539 persons)

Sales Workers (-503 persons)

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Sutherland Shire's commuting statistics reveal the main modes of transport by which residents get to work. There are

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

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

travelled to work.

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

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

Ownership.

Method of travel to work

Method of travel to work


Main method of travel Number %GreaterSydney Number %


Train 15,547 14.3 13.8 13,799 13.0 12.3 +1,748

Bus 507 0.5 5.8 435 0.4 5.4 +72

Tram or Ferry 33 0.0 0.4 24 0.0 0.4 +9

Taxi 71 0.1 0.3 122 0.1 0.3 -51

Car - as driver 66,804 61.2 53.8 63,525 59.9 53.7 +3,279

Car - as passenger 4,296 3.9 4.5 4,759 4.5 5.3 -463

Truck 1,169 1.1 1.1 1,576 1.5 1.3 -407

Motorbike 462 0.4 0.6 441 0.4 0.5 +21

Bicycle 441 0.4 0.8 434 0.4 0.6 +7

Walked only 2,166 2.0 4.1 2,410 2.3 4.2 -244

Other 787 0.7 1.0 673 0.6 0.9 +114

Worked at home 4,343 4.0 4.0 3,937 3.7 3.9 +406

Did not go to work 11,053 10.1 8.5 12,229 11.5 9.5 -1,176

Not stated 1,421 1.3 1.5 1,694 1.6 1.9 -273


aged 15+

109,100 100.0 100.0 106,058 100.0 100.0 +3,042


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Dominant groups

In 2011, there were 16,087 people who caught public transport to work (train, bus, tram or ferry) in Sutherland Shire,

compared with 72,731 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 Sutherland Shire in 2011 compared to Greater Sydney

shows that 14.7% used public transport, while 66.7% used a private vehicle, compared with 20.0% and 60.0%

respectively in Greater Sydney.

The major differences between the method of travel to work of Sutherland Shire and Greater Sydney were:

A larger percentage of persons who travelled by car (as driver) (61.2% compared to 53.8%)

A larger percentage of persons who did not go to work (10.1% compared to 8.5%)

A smaller percentage of persons who travelled by bus (0.5% compared to 5.8%)

A smaller percentage of persons who walked only (2.0% compared to 4.1%)

Emerging groups

The number of employed people in Sutherland Shire increased by 3,042 between 2006 and 2011.

The largest changes in the method of travel to work by resident population in Sutherland Shire between 2006 and

2011 were for those nominated:

Car - as driver (+3,279 persons)

Train (+1,748 persons)

Did not go to work (-1,176 persons)

Car - as passenger (-463 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 Sutherland Shire include the Age Structure of the population, the level of

Proficiency in English, Income and Education levels.

Volunteer work

Voluntary work


Volunteer status Number %GreaterSydney Number %


Volunteer 29,788 17.5 15.1 28,639 17.3 14.8 +1,149

Not a volunteer 130,604 76.6 76.5 124,700 75.3 74.6 +5,904

Volunteer work not stated 10,097 5.9 8.4 12,195 7.4 10.6 -2,098



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Dominant groups

Analysis of the voluntary work performed by the population in Sutherland Shire in 2011 compared to Greater Sydney

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

Overall, 17.5% of the population reported performing voluntary work, compared with 15.1% for Greater Sydney.

Emerging groups

The number of volunteers in Sutherland Shire increased by 1,149 people between 2006 and 2011.

Change in voluntary work, 2006 to 2011


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The proportion of people providing unpaid care for the aged and disabled in Sutherland Shire can be an important

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

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

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

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

of community cohesiveness.

Unpaid care

Unpaid care


Assistance to a person witha disability, long termillness or old age Number %



Provided unpaid assistance 20,534 12.0 10.8 17,826 10.8 9.8 +2,708

No unpaid assistance

provided

139,409 81.8 80.5 134,840 81.5 79.1 +4,569

Not stated 10,547 6.2 8.7 12,869 7.8 11.1 -2,322



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Dominant groups

Analysis of the unpaid care provided by the population in Sutherland Shire in 2011 compared to Greater Sydney

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

Overall, 12.0% of the population provided unpaid care, compared with 10.8% for Greater Sydney.

Emerging groups

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

Sutherland Shire increased by 2,708 people between 2006 and 2011.

Change in unpaid care, 2006 to 2011


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

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

economic status of Sutherland Shire. 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


Weekly income Number %GreaterSydney

Negative Income/ Nil income 12,569 7.4 9.8

$1-$199 12,180 7.1 7.1

$200-$299 12,636 7.4 9.3

$300-$399 14,096 8.3 8.7

$400-$599 18,786 11.0 10.2

$600-$799 16,843 9.9 9.7

$800-$999 14,736 8.6 8.1

$1000-$1249 15,384 9.0 8.0

$1250-$1499 11,893 7.0 5.8

$1500-$1999 15,575 9.1 7.2

$2000 or more 15,829 9.3 8.2

Not stated 9,963 5.8 8.1

Total persons aged 15+ 170,490 100.0 100.0


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Dominant groups

Analysis of individual income levels in Sutherland Shire in 2011 compared to Greater Sydney shows that there was a

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

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

Overall, 18.4% of the population earned a high income, and 30.2% earned a low income, compared with 15.3% and

34.8% respectively for Greater Sydney.

The major differences between Sutherland Shire's individual incomes and Greater Sydney's individual incomes were:

A larger percentage of persons who earned $1500-$1999 (9.1% compared to 7.2%)


A larger percentage of persons who earned $2000 or more (9.3% compared to 8.2%)


Weekly individual gross income, 2011


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Households form the common 'economic unit' in our society. Sutherland Shire'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 Sutherland Shire. 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


Weekly income Number %GreaterSydney

Negative Income/Nil Income 664 0.9 1.6

$1-$199 810 1.1 1.5

$200-$299 1,359 1.8 2.5

$300-$399 3,571 4.7 5.1

$400-$599 5,046 6.7 7.6

$600-$799 4,840 6.4 7.1

$800-$999 4,961 6.5 6.8

$1000-$1249 4,923 6.5 7.3

$1250-$1499 4,850 6.4 6.8

$1500-$1999 8,655 11.4 11.3

$2000-$2499 7,363 9.7 8.4

$2500-$2999 8,005 10.6 9.5

$3000-$3499 5,711 7.5 5.7

$3500-$3999 2,709 3.6 2.9

$4000-$4999 2,495 3.3 2.8

$5000 or more 1,987 2.6 2.7

Not stated 7,828 10.3 10.5

Total households 75,777 100.0 100.0


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Dominant groups

Analysis of household income levels in Sutherland Shire in 2011 compared to Greater Sydney shows that there was a

larger proportion of high income households (those earning $2,500 per week or more) and a lower proportion of low

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

Overall, 27.6% of the households earned a high income, and 15.1% were low income households, compared with

23.6% and 18.3% respectively for Greater Sydney.

The major differences between the household incomes of Sutherland Shire and Greater Sydney were:

A larger percentage of households who earned $3000-$3499 (7.5% compared to 5.7%)



Weekly household income, 2011


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Sutherland Shire'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, Sutherland Shire's Household Summary should be viewed in conjunction with

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

Households summary

Household types


Households by type Number %GreaterSydney Number %


Couples with children 29,531 38.0 34.8 28,821 38.0 34.1 +710

Couples without children 19,352 24.9 22.6 18,702 24.7 22.0 +650

One parent families 7,581 9.7 10.8 7,098 9.4 10.6 +483

Other families 706 0.9 1.4 745 1.0 1.4 -39

Group household 1,871 2.4 4.1 1,940 2.6 3.9 -69

Lone person 16,316 21.0 21.5 15,584 20.6 21.6 +732

Other not classifiable

household

2,003 2.6 4.1 2,515 3.3 5.6 -512

Visitor only households 432 0.6 0.9 367 0.5 0.8 +65

Total households 77,792 100.0 100.0 75,772 100.0 100.0 +2,020


Household types, 2011


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Dominant groups

Analysis of the household/family types in Sutherland Shire in 2011 compared to Greater Sydney shows that there was

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

38.0% of total families were couple families with child(ren), and 9.7% were one-parent families, compared with 34.8%


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

Overall, the proportion of lone person households was 21.0% compared to 21.5% in Greater Sydney while the

proportion of couples without children was 24.9% compared to 22.6% in Greater Sydney.

Emerging groups

The number of households in Sutherland Shire increased by 2,020 between 2006 and 2011.

The largest changes in family/household types in Sutherland Shire between 2006 and 2011 were:

Lone person (+732 households)

Couples with children (+710 households)

Couples without children (+650 households)

One parent families (+483 households)

Change in household types, 2006 to 2011


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

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

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

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

extended family members which significantly affects household size.

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

remained stable for the nation as a whole.

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

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

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

singles and couples to the area.

For greater insight, Sutherland Shire's Household Size data should be viewed in conjunction with Household

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

Household size

Household size


Number of persons usuallyresident Number %



1 person 16,314 21.7 22.6 15,582 21.4 23.1 +732

2 persons 24,122 32.0 30.7 23,459 32.2 31.2 +663

3 persons 12,257 16.3 17.2 12,014 16.5 16.9 +243

4 persons 14,302 19.0 17.5 13,769 18.9 17.2 +533

5 persons 6,252 8.3 7.8 6,047 8.3 7.8 +205

6 or more persons 2,098 2.8 4.2 2,009 2.8 3.9 +89

Total classifiable households 75,345 100.0 100.0 72,880 100.0 100.0 +2,465


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Household size, 2011


Change in household size, 2006 to 2011


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Dominant groups

Analysis of the number of persons usually resident in a household in Sutherland Shire compared with Greater Sydney

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

(those with 4 persons or more). Overall there were 21.7% of lone person households, and 30.1% of larger

households, compared with 22.6% and 29.5% respectively for Greater Sydney.

The major differences in the household size for Sutherland Shire and Greater Sydney were:

A larger percentage of households with 4 persons usually resident (19.0% compared to 17.5%)

A larger percentage of households with 2 persons usually resident (32.0% compared to 30.7%)

A smaller percentage of households with 6 or more persons usually resident (2.8% compared to 4.2%)

Emerging groups

The number of households in Sutherland Shire increased by 2,465 between 2006 and 2011.

The largest changes in the number of persons usually resident in a household in Sutherland Shire between 2006 and

2011 were:

1 person (+732 households)

2 persons (+663 households)



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Dwelling Type is an important determinant of Sutherland Shire'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 Sutherland Shire.

Dwelling type

Dwelling structure


Dwelling type Number %GreaterSydney Number %


Separate house 53,902 65.2 58.9 53,243 65.8 60.9 +659

Medium density 13,942 16.9 19.7 13,303 16.4 19.1 +639

High density 14,418 17.4 20.7 14,043 17.3 19.2 +375

Caravans, cabin, houseboat 214 0.3 0.2 157 0.2 0.3 +57

Other 198 0.2 0.4 159 0.2 0.4 +39

Not stated 14 0.0 0.1 39 0.0 0.1 -25

Total Private Dwellings 82,688 100.0 100.0 80,944 100.0 100.0 +1,744

Dwelling type


Dwelling type Number %GreaterSydney Number %


Occupied private dwellings 77,791 94.0 92.9 75,772 93.5 92.4 +2,019

Unoccupied private

dwellings

4,902 5.9 6.9 5,176 6.4 7.4 -274

Non private dwellings 80 0.1 0.2 61 0.1 0.2 +19

Total Dwellings 82,773 100.0 100.0 81,009 100.0 100.0 +1,764


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Change in dwelling structure, 2006 to 2011


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Dominant groups

In 2011, there were 53,902 separate houses in the area, 13,942 medium density dwellings, and 14,418 high density

dwellings.

Analysis of the types of dwellings in Sutherland Shire in 2011 shows that 65.2% of all dwellings were separate

houses; 16.9% were medium density dwellings, and 17.4% were high density dwellings, compared with 58.9%, 19.7%,

and 20.7% in the Greater Sydney respectively.

In 2011, a total of 94.0% of the dwellings in Sutherland Shire were occupied on Census night, compared to 92.9% in

Greater Sydney. The proportion of unoccupied dwellings was 5.9%, which is smaller compared to that found in

Greater Sydney (6.9%).

Emerging groups

The total number of dwellings in Sutherland Shire increased by 1,764 between 2006 and 2011.

The largest changes in the type of dwellings found in Sutherland Shire between 2006 and 2011 were:

Separate house (+659 dwellings)

Medium density (+639 dwellings)

High density (+375 dwellings)

Caravans, cabin, houseboat (+57 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 Sutherland Shire plays in the housing market. For example, an area of high

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

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

nesters and some families.

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

housing affordability, overcrowding and other socio-economic factors.

Number of bedrooms per dwelling

Number of bedrooms per dwelling


Number of bedrooms Number %GreaterSydney Number %


0 or 1 bedrooms 3,758 4.8 7.3 3,318 4.4 6.6 +440

2 bedrooms 16,547 21.3 23.9 15,919 21.0 23.4 +628

3 bedrooms 28,450 36.6 35.2 28,611 37.8 36.3 -161

4 bedrooms 20,226 26.0 21.5 19,242 25.4 20.5 +984

5 bedrooms or more 5,754 7.4 6.2 5,059 6.7 5.6 +695

Not stated 3,056 3.9 5.9 3,622 4.8 7.7 -566



Number of bedrooms per dwelling, 2011


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Dominant groups

Analysis of the number of bedrooms in dwellings in Sutherland Shire in 2011 compared to Greater Sydney shows that

there was a lower proportion of dwellings with 1 and 2 bedrooms, and a higher proportion of dwellings with 4 or more

bedrooms.

Overall, 26.1% of households were in 1-2 bedroom dwellings, and 33.4% of 4-plus bedroom dwellings, compared with

31.2% and 27.7% for Greater Sydney respectively.

The major differences between the number of bedrooms per dwelling of Sutherland Shire and Greater Sydney were:

A larger percentage of 4 bedroom dwellings (26.0% compared to 21.5%)

A larger percentage of 3 bedroom dwellings (36.6% compared to 35.2%)

A larger percentage of 5 or more bedroom dwellings (7.4% compared to 6.2%)

A smaller percentage of 2 bedroom dwellings (21.3% compared to 23.9%)

Emerging groups

The largest changes in the number of bedrooms per dwelling in Sutherland Shire between 2006 and 2011 were:

4 bedrooms (+984 dwellings)

5 bedrooms or more (+695 dwellings)

2 bedrooms (+628 dwellings)

0 or 1 bedrooms (+440 dwellings)

Change in number of bedrooms per dwelling, 2006 to 2011


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

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

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

Internet connectivity in Sutherland Shire can be affected by availability of connection, Education, Household Income

and Age Structure.

Internet connection

Type of internet connection


Connection type Number %GreaterSydney Number %


Total internet connection 62,122 79.9 76.5 51,168 67.5 62.1 +10,954

Broadband connection 57,756 74.2 70.6 37,214 49.1 45.0 +20,542

Dial-up connection 2,029 2.6 2.4 13,561 17.9 16.5 -11,532

Other connection 2,337 3.0 3.4 393 0.5 0.7 +1,944

No internet connection 11,317 14.5 15.9 20,261 26.7 29.0 -8,944

Not stated 4,352 5.6 7.6 4,342 5.7 8.9 +10



Type of internet connection, 2011


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Dominant groups

Analysis of the type of internet connection of households in Sutherland Shire compared to Greater Sydney shows that

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

proportion of households with broadband connectivity.

Overall 17.2% of households had no internet connection or a dial up connection, and 74.2% had broadband

connectivity, compared with 18.3% and 70.6% respectively in Greater Sydney.

Emerging groups

Between 2006 and 2011 the number of households with an internet connection increased by 10,954.

The largest changes in the internet connectivity in Sutherland Shire, between 2006 and 2011 were:

Broadband connection (+20,542 households)

Dial-up connection (-11,532 households)

Total internet connection (+10,954 households)

Change in type of internet connection, 2006 to 2011


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

number of motor vehicles per household in Sutherland Shire quantifies access to private transport and will be

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

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

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

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

Number of cars per household

Car ownership


Number of cars Number %GreaterSydney Number %


No motor vehicles 5,109 6.6 11.8 5,688 7.5 12.6 -579

1 motor vehicle 24,673 31.7 36.8 24,230 32.0 36.4 +443

2 motor vehicles 30,119 38.7 31.4 28,901 38.1 30.2 +1,218

3 or more motor vehicles 13,964 18.0 13.0 12,326 16.3 11.5 +1,638

Not stated 3,926 5.0 7.1 4,627 6.1 9.3 -701



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Dominant groups

Analysis of the car ownership of the households in Sutherland Shire in 2011 compared to Greater Sydney shows that

88.4% of the households owned at least one car, while 6.6% did not, compared with 81.2% and 11.8% respectively in

Greater Sydney.

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

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

Overall, 31.7% of the households owned one car; 38.7% owned two cars; and 18.0% owned three cars or more,

compared with 36.8%; 31.4% and 13.0% respectively for Greater Sydney.

Emerging groups

The largest changes in the household car ownership in Sutherland Shire between 2006 and 2011 were:

3 or more motor vehicles (+1,638 households)

2 motor vehicles (+1,218 households)

No motor vehicles (-579 households)

1 motor vehicle (+443 households)

Change in car ownership, 2006 to 2011


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Mortgage repayments are directly related to house prices in Sutherland Shire, 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


Monthly repayment amount Number %GreaterSydney

Nil repayments 569 1.9 2.2

$1-$149 212 0.7 0.7

$150-$299 203 0.7 0.7

$300-$449 375 1.3 1.4

$450-$599 368 1.3 1.3

$600-$799 671 2.3 2.3

$800-$999 837 2.8 3.2

$1000-$1199 1,115 3.8 4.4

$1200-$1399 1,263 4.3 5.2

$1400-$1599 1,290 4.4 5.2

$1600-$1799 1,580 5.4 6.6

$1800-$1999 1,303 4.4 5.5

$2000-$2199 2,753 9.4 10.4

$2200-$2399 1,275 4.3 5.1

$2400-$2599 1,233 4.2 4.5

$2600-$2999 3,077 10.5 9.3

$3000-$3999 5,870 19.9 14.7

$4000-$4999 2,327 7.9 6.2

$5000 and over 1,558 5.3 5.9

Not stated 1,562 5.3 5.2

Total households with a mortgage 29,441 100.0 100.0


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Dominant groups

Analysis of the monthly housing loan repayments of households in Sutherland Shire compared to Greater Sydney

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

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

Overall, 43.6% of households were paying high mortgage repayments, and 11.0% were paying low repayments,

compared with 36.0% and 11.9% respectively in Greater Sydney.

The major differences between the household loan repayments of Sutherland Shire and Greater Sydney were:

A larger percentage of $3000-$3999 (19.9% compared to 14.7%)



A smaller percentage of $1600-$1799 (5.4% compared to 6.6%)

Monthly housing loan repayments, 2011


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Rental payments can be a better measure of the cost of housing in Sutherland Shire 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


Weekly rental amount Number %GreaterSydney

Nil 402 2.5 2.4

$1 - $74 259 1.6 2.0

$75 - $99 651 4.1 4.5

$100 - $124 263 1.7 1.9

$125 - $149 275 1.7 2.5

$150 - $174 316 2.0 2.5

$175 - $199 249 1.6 2.0

$200 - $224 511 3.2 3.5

$225 - $249 271 1.7 2.4

$250 - $274 589 3.7 4.8

$275 - $299 522 3.3 4.0

$300 - $324 1,140 7.2 7.8

$325 - $349 792 5.0 4.5

$350 - $374 1,588 10.0 7.8

$375 - $399 1,058 6.7 4.6

$400 - $424 1,423 9.0 6.9

$425 - $449 600 3.8 3.0

$450 - $549 2,380 15.0 13.2

$550 - $649 1,149 7.3 7.1

$650 - $749 478 3.0 3.7

$750 - $849 195 1.2 2.1

$850 - $949 93 0.6 1.1

$950+ 152 1.0 2.2

Rent Not stated 474 3.0 3.6

Total households renting 15,830 100.0 100.0


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Dominant groups

Analysis of the weekly housing rental payments of households in Sutherland Shire compared to Greater Sydney

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

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

Overall, 40.9% of households were paying high rental payments, and 11.7% were paying low payments, compared

with 39.3% and 13.3% respectively in Greater Sydney.

The major differences between the housing rental payments of Sutherland Shire and Greater Sydney were:

A larger percentage of $350 - $374 (10.0% compared to 7.8%)




Weekly housing rental payments, 2011


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Sutherland Shire 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

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http://profile.id.com.au/sutherland/seifa-disadvantage?es=2&WebID=10&BMID=20&EndYear=2006




Unincorporated NSW 1,021.8

Marrickville (A) 1,021.6

Hawkesbury (C) 1,020.3

Sydney (C) 1,019.9

Ashfield (A) 1,015.4

Singleton (A) 1,013.0

Hurstville (C) 1,006.9

Upper Lachlan Shire (A) 1,006.3

Gosford (C) 1,006.3

Cabonne (A) 1,000.3

Lockhart (A) 999.3

Jerilderie (A) 997.6

Wagga Wagga (C) 997.6

Penrith (C) 996.3

Burwood (A) 996.1

Lake Macquarie (C) 994.8

Newcastle (C) 993.9

Maitland (C) 992.8

Rockdale (C) 991.2

Bathurst Regional (A) 991.0

Cooma-Monaro (A) 990.6

Greater Hume Shire (A) 989.3

Ballina (A) 988.7

Dungog (A) 988.5

Murray (A) 987.7

Armidale Dumaresq (A) 986.9

Uralla (A) 984.7

Parramatta (C) 983.7

Blayney (A) 982.2

Upper Hunter Shire (A) 981.5

Port Stephens (A) 979.9

Wollongong (C) 979.6

Albury (C) 978.6

Dubbo (C) 977.0

Orange (C) 977.0

Byron (A) 976.6

Oberon (A) 975.9

Wakool (A) 975.7

Botany Bay (C) 975.7

Coolamon (A) 975.1

Bland (A) 974.5

Walcha (A) 973.9

Port Macquarie-Hastings (A) 968.9

Carrathool (A) 968.8

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Bega Valley (A) 968.7

Shellharbour (C) 968.6

Blacktown (C) 968.5

Muswellbrook (A) 968.2

Corowa Shire (A) 967.8

Holroyd (C) 965.6

Boorowa (A) 963.8

Griffith (C) 963.7

Gundagai (A) 961.6

Mid-Western Regional (A) 961.5

Tamworth Regional (A) 959.9

Tweed (A) 958.5

Coffs Harbour (C) 958.4

Wentworth (A) 957.4

Cobar (A) 956.7

Eurobodalla (A) 955.8

Temora (A) 955.6

Shoalhaven (C) 954.6

Leeton (A) 954.5

Tumbarumba (A) 954.3

Berrigan (A) 954.1

Narrabri (A) 953.4

Lismore (C) 952.7

Bombala (A) 952.5

Wyong (A) 951.7

Goulburn Mulwaree (A) 951.4

Tumut Shire (A) 951.3

Gloucester (A) 951.0

Liverpool (C) 951.0

Bellingen (A) 950.1

Young (A) 947.3

Forbes (A) 946.8

Gunnedah (A) 946.7

Balranald (A) 946.2

Bogan (A) 946.1

Weddin (A) 945.0

Campbelltown (C) 944.8

Parkes (A) 943.5

Harden (A) 941.9

Junee (A) 941.7

Deniliquin (A) 941.6

Cootamundra (A) 941.5

Warren (A) 941.2

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Gwydir (A) 939.9

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.

Sutherland Shire Community Profile provides demographic analysis for the Shire 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 Sutherland Shire 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 Sutherland Shire.

About the community profile

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