Maitland City Council

Maitland City 2011 Census results

Comparison year: 2006 Benchmark area: Regional NSW

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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 71 Housing loan repayments 73 Housing rental payments 75 SEIFA - disadvantage 79 About the community profile 80 Estimated Resident Population (ERP) The Estimated Resident Population is the OFFICIAL Maitland 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 Maitland 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 Maitland 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)

Maitland City

Change in Change in Year (ending June 30) Number number percent 2001 56,492 -- --

2002 58,118 +1,626 +2.88

2003 59,691 +1,573 +2.71

2004 61,039 +1,348 +2.26

2005 62,796 +1,757 +2.88

2006 64,670 +1,874 +2.98

2007 66,004 +1,334 +2.06

2008 66,973 +969 +1.47

2009 67,735 +762 +1.14

2010 68,499 +764 +1.13

2011 69,646 +1,147 +1.67

2012 71,547 +1,901 +2.73

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

Page 3 of 82 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

Page 4 of 82 Population highlights 2011 Maitland City Regional NSW New South Wales Australia

41 38 37 Median age 36

Median weekly household $1,292 income $961 $1,237 $1,234

Couples with 35% children 27% 32% 31%

12% Older couples 9% 9% without children 9%

Medium and 16% 31% 25% high density 12% Housing

Households with a 39% mortgage 30% 32% 33%

$300 $285 Median weekly $259 rent $220

27% 29% 29% Households renting 26%

Non-English 5% 19% 16% speaking 3% backgrounds

4% 4% University 3% attendance 3%

12% 20% 19% Bachelor or Higher degree 11%

Vocational 25% 22% 18% 18%

14% 10% Public transport 3% (to work) 2%

Page 5 of 82 6% 6% 6% Unemployment 5%

SEIFA index of 996 1002 disadvantage 993 2011 969

Page 6 of 82 About the area Location and boundaries Maitland is located in the Hunter Valley of New South Wales, 2 hours north of Sydney. The City of Maitland covers 396 square kilometres stretching from Woodberry in the east to Tocal in the north, Gillieston Heights to the south and Lochinvar to the west. It is centrally located west of Newcastle, and within close proximity to Port Stephens, the Hunter Valley Wine Country, Newcastle Airport, and the mining industry.

Important Population Land area Population density Statistics 67,478 39,174 1.72 2011 Usual residents hectares (392 persons per hectare Km2)

Maitland City

Legend Suburbs Maitland City

Settlement history Non indigenous settlement occurred in the early 1800's with all settlement strongly associated with the Hunter River. With a population in excess of 65,000, Maitland continues to experience strong population growth and economic growth in the industrial, commercial and service industries. The Maitland LGA is recognised as a key urban growth corridor in the Lower Hunter and has experienced growth in excess of 2.5% per annum since 2001, which is expected to continue.

Page 7 of 82 Land use Land use Maitland is a rapidly growing City. Maitland provides a mix of housing opportunities in both rural and residential surrounds, as well as numerous potential greenfield sites identified for future residential land release up to 2020. The rich alluvial floodplain provides a natural greenbelt between residential areas, and combined with the City's rich history and well preserved historic buildings, provides Maitland with an attractive rural ambiance. The result of this geographical setting is a large number of urban areas, each with their own unique character and identity, which together form the City of Maitland. Transport Maitland is strategically located on the New England Highway, with both the North Coast and Main Northern Railway lines passing through the City. Major features The City supports a diverse community with a large number of schools, both public and private, the Maitland Central Business District and Shopping Mall, numerous shopping centres, playgrounds, sporting facilities, community centres, and a city wide network of Libraries, aquatic centres and clubs. There are numerous beautiful historical buildings and precincts within the City such as Town Hall and the new redeveloped Maitland Regional Art Gallery both providing modern facilities and cultural and civic experiences for the community. The City also supports Maitland Hospital, the second largest general hospital in the Hunter Region, a private hospital, and various medical specialist fields. The Mindaribba Local Aboriginal Land Council and Cultural Centre is located at Metford Maitland. Indigenous background The original inhabitants of the Maitland area residing in the Mindaribba Local Aboriginal Land Council boundaries are the people of the Wonnarua Nation "People of the mountains and the plains". Bordering Nations and clans include Worimi, Darkinjung, Kamilaroi, Geawegal, Gringai, Awabakal and Wiradjuri.

Page 8 of 82 Five year age groups The Age Structure of Maitland 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 Maitland 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 Maitland City's Age Structure should be viewed in conjunction with Household Types and Dwelling Types.

Age structure - Five year age groups

Maitland City 2011 2006 Change

Five year age groups (years) Number % Regional NSW Number % Regional NSW 2006 to 2011 0 to 4 5,048 7.5 6.3 4,618 7.5 6.1 +430

5 to 9 4,842 7.2 6.3 4,759 7.7 6.8 +83

10 to 14 4,934 7.3 6.7 4,825 7.8 7.3 +109

15 to 19 4,845 7.2 6.6 4,511 7.3 6.9 +334

20 to 24 4,205 6.2 5.6 3,918 6.3 5.5 +287

25 to 29 4,265 6.3 5.2 3,860 6.2 5.0 +405

30 to 34 4,388 6.5 5.2 4,286 6.9 5.8 +102

35 to 39 4,764 7.1 6.1 4,415 7.1 6.5 +349

40 to 44 4,812 7.1 6.5 4,370 7.1 7.1 +442

45 to 49 4,581 6.8 6.9 4,481 7.2 7.4 +100

50 to 54 4,541 6.7 7.2 4,102 6.6 6.9 +439

55 to 59 4,041 6.0 6.7 3,708 6.0 6.7 +333

60 to 64 3,667 5.4 6.5 2,794 4.5 5.6 +873

65 to 69 2,700 4.0 5.4 2,054 3.3 4.7 +646

70 to 74 2,013 3.0 4.3 1,727 2.8 3.9 +286

75 to 79 1,578 2.3 3.4 1,517 2.5 3.5 +61

80 to 84 1,205 1.8 2.7 1,123 1.8 2.5 +82

85 and over 1,049 1.6 2.3 814 1.3 1.9 +235

Total 67,478 100.0 100.0 61,882 100.0 100.0 +5,596

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

Page 9 of 82 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.

Page 10 of 82 Dominant groups Analysis of the five year age groups of Maitland City in 2011 compared to Regional NSW shows that there was a higher proportion of people in the younger age groups (under 15) and a lower proportion of people in the older age groups (65+). Overall, 22.0% of the population was aged between 0 and 15, and 12.7% 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 Maitland City and Regional NSW were: A larger percentage of persons aged 30 to 34 (6.5% compared to 5.2%) A larger percentage of persons aged 0 to 4 (7.5% compared to 6.3%) A larger percentage of persons aged 25 to 29 (6.3% compared to 5.2%) A larger percentage of persons aged 35 to 39 (7.1% compared to 6.1%) Emerging groups From 2006 to 2011, Maitland City's population increased by 5,596 people (9.0%). This represents an average annual population change of 1.75% per year over the period. The largest changes in age structure in this area between 2006 and 2011 were in the age groups: 60 to 64 (+873 persons) 65 to 69 (+646 persons) 40 to 44 (+442 persons) 50 to 54 (+439 persons)

Page 11 of 82 Ancestry 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 Maitland 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 Maitland City's ethnic characteristics.

Ancestry - ranked by size

Maitland City 2011 2006 Change

Ancestry Number % Regional NSW Number % Regional NSW 2006 to 2011 Australian 31,209 46.3 43.1 31,821 51.4 47.8 -612

English 28,562 42.3 40.4 23,049 37.3 36.5 +5,513

Irish 7,313 10.8 11.7 6,115 9.9 10.5 +1,198

Scottish 6,361 9.4 10.0 4,877 7.9 8.6 +1,484

German 3,180 4.7 4.2 2,645 4.3 3.9 +535

Dutch 814 1.2 1.3 699 1.1 1.3 +115

Italian 808 1.2 2.5 652 1.1 2.4 +156

Polish 682 1.0 0.5 657 1.1 0.5 +25

Welsh 465 0.7 0.7 413 0.7 0.6 +52

Chinese 448 0.7 0.8 327 0.5 0.7 +121

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

Ancestry - totals

Maitland City 2011 2006 Change

Ancestry totals Number % Regional NSW Number % Regional NSW 2006 to 2011 Not stated 4,008 5.9 6.7 4,196 6.8 7.2 -188

Total People 67,478 100.0 100.0 61,873 100.0 100.0 +5,605

Total responses 89,098 -- -- 79,727 -- -- +9,371

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

Page 12 of 82 Ancestry, 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.

Page 13 of 82 Dominant groups Analysis of the ancestry responses of the population in Maitland City in 2011 shows that the top five ancestries nominated were: Australian (31,209 people or 46.3%) English (28,562 people or 42.3%) Irish (7,313 people or 10.8%) Scottish (6,361 people or 9.4%) German (3,180 people or 4.7%) In combination these five ancestries account for 76,625 responses in total, or 113.56% of all responses. The major differences between the ancestries of the population in Maitland City and Regional NSW were: A larger percentage of people with Australian ancestry (46.3% compared to 43.1%) A larger percentage of people with English ancestry (42.3% compared to 40.4%) A smaller percentage of people with Italian ancestry (1.2% 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 (+5,513 persons) Scottish (+1,484 persons) Irish (+1,198 persons) Australian (-612 persons)

Page 14 of 82 Birthplace Country of Birth data identifies where people were born and is indicative of the level of cultural diversity in Maitland 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, Maitland City's Country of Birth data should be viewed together with Ancestry, Language Spoken at Home and Religion.

Birthplace - ranked by size

Maitland City 2011 2006 Change

Country of birth Number % Regional NSW Number % Regional NSW 2006 to 2011 United Kingdom 1,692 2.5 3.7 1,582 2.6 3.7 +110

New Zealand 685 1.0 1.1 486 0.8 1.1 +199

Germany 282 0.4 0.5 289 0.5 0.5 -7

South Africa 242 0.4 0.3 132 0.2 0.2 +110

Philippines 234 0.3 0.3 176 0.3 0.2 +58

India 218 0.3 0.3 94 0.2 0.2 +124

China 156 0.2 0.3 90 0.1 0.2 +66

Netherlands 137 0.2 0.3 154 0.2 0.3 -17

United States of America 115 0.2 0.3 101 0.2 0.2 +14

Poland 91 0.1 0.1 117 0.2 0.1 -26

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

Birthplace - summary

Maitland City 2011 2006 Change

Birthplace Number % Regional NSW Number % Regional NSW 2006 to 2011 Total Overseas born 5,152 7.6 10.8 4,318 7.0 10.3 +834

Non-English speaking 2,297 3.4 5.2 1,917 3.1 4.9 +380 backgrounds

Main English speaking 2,855 4.2 5.6 2,401 3.9 5.4 +454 countries

Australia 59,256 87.8 83.8 54,122 87.5 83.7 +5,134

Not Stated 3,071 4.6 5.4 3,443 5.6 6.0 -372

Total Population 67,479 100.0 100.0 61,883 100.0 100.0 +5,596

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

Page 15 of 82 Country of birth, 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.

Page 16 of 82 Dominant groups Analysis of the country of birth of the population in Maitland 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, 7.6% of the population was born overseas, and 3.4% were from a non-English speaking background, compared with 10.8% and 5.2% respectively for Regional NSW. The major difference between the countries of birth of the population in Maitland City and Regional NSW was: A smaller percentage of people born in United Kingdom (2.5% compared to 3.7%) Emerging groups Between 2006 and 2011, the number of people born overseas increased by 834 or 19.3%, and the number of people from a non-English speaking background increased by 380 or 19.8%. The largest changes in birthplace countries of the population in this area between 2006 and 2011 were for those born in: New Zealand (+199 persons) India (+124 persons) United Kingdom (+110 persons) South Africa (+110 persons)

Page 17 of 82 Year of arrival in Australia 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 Maitland 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. Maitland 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

Maitland City 2011

Year of arrival in Australia Number % Regional NSW 2006 to 9 Aug 2011 866 16.8 14.3

2001 to 2005 486 9.4 7.1

1991 to 2000 (10 year period) 597 11.6 9.6

1981 to 1990 (10 year period) 779 15.1 11.2

1971 to 1980 (10 year period) 616 11.9 14.0

1961 to 1970 (10 year period) 693 13.4 19.9

Arrived in 1960 or earlier 891 17.3 18.6

Not stated 227 4.4 5.4

Total 5,155 100.0 100.0

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.

Page 18 of 82 Dominant groups Analysis of the year of arrival for the overseas born population of Maitland City in 2011 compared to Regional NSW shows that there was a smaller proportion of people who arrived before 2001, and a larger proportion of recent arrivals (those who arrived between 2006 and 2011). Overall, 69.4% of the overseas born population arrived before 2001, and 16.8% 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 Maitland City and Regional NSW were: A larger percentage of arrivals between 1981 and 1990 (15.1% compared to 11.2%) A larger percentage of arrivals between 2006 and 9 Aug 2011 (16.8% compared to 14.3%) A larger percentage of arrivals between 2001 and 2005 (9.4% compared to 7.1%) A larger percentage of arrivals between 1991 and 2000 (11.6% compared to 9.6%)

Page 19 of 82 Proficiency in English 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 Maitland 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

Maitland City 2011 2006 Change

English proficiency Number % Regional NSW Number % Regional NSW 2006 to 2011 Speaks English only 62,918 93.2 90.4 57,939 93.6 91.0 +4,979

Speaks another language, 1,904 2.8 4.5 1,335 2.2 3.9 +569 and English well or very well

Speaks another language, 282 0.4 0.7 219 0.4 0.7 +63 and English not well or not at all

Not Stated 2,375 3.5 4.4 2,389 3.9 4.4 -14

Total population 67,479 100.0 100.0 61,882 100.0 100.0 +5,597

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.

Page 20 of 82 Change in proficiency in English, 2006 to 2011

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 (+4,979 persons) Speaks another language, and English well or very well (+569 persons) Speaks another language, and English not well or not at all (+63 persons)

Page 21 of 82 Language spoken at home Maitland 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. Maitland 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 - ranked by size

Maitland City 2011 2006 Change

Language (excludes English) Number % Regional NSW Number % Regional NSW 2006 to 2011 Cantonese 162 0.2 0.2 154 0.2 0.2 +8

Filipino/Tagalog 147 0.2 0.2 104 0.2 0.1 +43

German 113 0.2 0.3 124 0.2 0.3 -11

Polish 113 0.2 0.1 132 0.2 0.1 -19

Afrikaans 107 0.2 0.1 34 0.1 0.0 +73

Spanish 94 0.1 0.2 51 0.1 0.2 +43

Mandarin 87 0.1 0.2 19 0.0 0.2 +68

Italian 80 0.1 0.6 88 0.1 0.6 -8

Arabic 69 0.1 0.2 74 0.1 0.2 -5

Punjabi 68 0.1 0.1 18 0.0 0.1 +50

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

Language - summary

Maitland City 2011 2006 Change

Language summary Number % Regional NSW Number % Regional NSW 2006 to 2011 Speaks English only 62,918 93.2 90.4 57,939 93.6 91.0 +4,979

Non-English total 2,096 3.1 5.1 1,545 2.5 4.5 +551

Not stated 2,464 3.7 4.5 2,398 3.9 4.5 +66

Total Population 67,478 100.0 100.0 61,882 100.0 100.0 +5,596

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

Page 22 of 82 Language spoken at home, 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.

Page 23 of 82 Dominant groups Analysis of the language spoken at home by the population of Maitland 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, 93.2% of the population spoke English only, and 3.1% 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 Maitland City was Cantonese, with 0.2% of the population, or 162 people speaking this language at home. There were no major differences between Maitland 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 551 or 35.7%, and the number of people who spoke English only increased by 4,979 or 8.6%. The largest changes in the spoken languages of the population in Maitland City between 2006 and 2011 were for those speaking: Afrikaans (+73 persons) Mandarin (+68 persons) Punjabi (+50 persons)

Page 24 of 82 Religion Maitland 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. Maitland 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.

Religions - ranked by size

Maitland City 2011 2006 Change

Religion Number % Regional NSW Number % Regional NSW 2006 to 2011 Anglican 19,509 28.9 26.6 18,683 30.2 28.2 +826

Western (Roman) Catholic 19,502 28.9 26.2 18,172 29.4 26.6 +1,330

Uniting Church 4,340 6.4 5.8 4,407 7.1 6.6 -67

Presbyterian and Reformed 2,469 3.7 4.2 2,525 4.1 4.6 -56

Baptist 1,423 2.1 1.4 1,360 2.2 1.4 +63

Christian,nfd 1,341 2.0 2.0 933 1.5 1.4 +408

Pentecostal 633 0.9 0.9 539 0.9 0.9 +94

Salvation Army 464 0.7 0.4 462 0.7 0.5 +2

Buddhism 290 0.4 0.8 192 0.3 0.6 +98

Seventh Day Adventist 217 0.3 0.5 176 0.3 0.5 +41

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

Religions - summary

Maitland City 2011 2006 Change

Religion totals Number % Regional NSW Number % Regional NSW 2006 to 2011 Christian total 51,162 75.8 71.0 48,510 78.4 73.9 +2,652

Non Christian total 939 1.4 2.1 557 0.9 1.5 +382

Non-classifiable religious 366 0.5 0.8 279 0.5 0.6 +87 belief

No religion 10,635 15.8 18.4 7,429 12.0 14.5 +3,206

Not stated 4,376 6.5 7.8 5,107 8.3 9.5 -731

Total Population 67,478 100.0 100.0 61,882 100.0 100.0 +5,596

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

Page 25 of 82 Religion, 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.

Page 26 of 82 Dominant groups Analysis of the religious affiliation of the population of Maitland City in 2011 compared to Regional NSW shows that there was a higher proportion of people who professed a religion and a lower proportion who stated they had no religion. Overall, 77.2% of the population nominated a religion, and 15.8% said they had no religion, compared with 73.0% and 18.4% respectively for Regional NSW. The largest single religion in Maitland City was Anglican, with 28.9% of the population or 19,509 people as adherents. The major differences between the religious affiliation for the population of Maitland City and Regional NSW were: A larger percentage who nominated Western (Roman) Catholic (28.9% compared to 26.2%) A larger percentage who nominated Anglican (28.9% compared to 26.6%) Emerging groups The largest changes in the religious affiliation of the population in Maitland City between 2006 and 2011 were for those who nominated: Western (Roman) Catholic (+1,330 persons) Anglican (+826 persons) Christian,nfd (+408 persons) Hinduism (+101 persons)

Page 27 of 82 Qualifications 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, Maitland 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.

Highest qualification achieved

Maitland City 2011 2006 Change

Qualification level Number % Regional NSW Number % Regional NSW 2006 to 2011 Bachelor or Higher degree 5,839 11.1 12.4 4,442 9.3 10.4 +1,397

Advanced Diploma or 3,871 7.4 7.1 3,055 6.4 6.2 +816 Diploma

Vocational 12,981 24.7 22.1 10,631 22.3 20.1 +2,350

No qualification 24,839 47.2 46.8 24,165 50.7 50.3 +674

Not stated 5,123 9.7 11.7 5,387 11.3 13.0 -264

Total persons aged 15+ 52,653 100.0 100.0 47,680 100.0 100.0 +4,973

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.

Page 28 of 82 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. Dominant groups Analysis of the qualifications of the population in Maitland City in 2011 compared to Regional NSW 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 similar proportion of people with no formal qualifications. Overall, 43.1% of the population aged 15 and over held educational qualifications, and 47.2% had no qualifications, compared with 41.5% and 46.8% respectively for Regional NSW. The major differences between qualifications held by the population of Maitland City and Regional NSW were: A larger percentage of persons with Vocational qualifications (24.7% compared to 22.1%) A smaller percentage of persons with Bachelor or Higher degrees (11.1% compared to 12.4%) Emerging groups The largest changes in the qualifications of the population in Maitland City between 2006 and 2011 were in those with: Vocational qualifications (+2,350 persons) Bachelor or Higher degrees (+1,397 persons) Advanced Diploma or Diplomas (+816 persons) No qualifications (+674 persons)

Page 29 of 82 Highest level of schooling Maitland 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 secondary schooling completed

Maitland City 2011 2006 Change

Level of schooling Number % Regional NSW Number % Regional NSW 2006 to 2011 Year 8 or below 3,083 5.9 7.0 3,367 7.1 8.4 -284

Year 9 or equivalent 5,708 10.8 10.4 5,803 12.2 11.0 -95

Year 10 or equivalent 18,658 35.4 32.0 17,418 36.5 33.1 +1,240

Year 11 or equivalent 3,761 7.1 7.1 3,090 6.5 6.8 +671

Year 12 or equivalent 17,593 33.4 34.5 14,019 29.4 30.8 +3,574

Did not go to school 121 0.2 0.4 138 0.3 0.5 -17

Not stated 3,730 7.1 8.6 3,838 8.1 9.3 -108

Total persons aged 15+ 52,654 100.0 100.0 47,673 100.0 100.0 +4,981

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.

Page 30 of 82 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. Dominant groups Analysis of the highest level of schooling attained by the population in Maitland 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, 52.4% of the population left school at Year 10 or below, and 33.4% 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 Maitland City and Regional NSW were: A larger percentage of persons who completed year 10 or equivalent (35.4% compared to 32.0%) A smaller percentage of persons who completed year 12 or equivalent (33.4% compared to 34.5%) A smaller percentage of persons who completed year 8 or below (5.9% compared to 7.0%) Emerging groups The largest changes in the level of schooling attained by the population in Maitland City, between 2006 and 2011 were: Year 12 or equivalent (+3,574 persons) Year 10 or equivalent (+1,240 persons) Year 11 or equivalent (+671 persons) Year 8 or below (-284 persons)

Page 31 of 82 Education institution attending The share of Maitland 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 institute attending

Maitland City 2011 2006 Change

Type of institute Number % Regional NSW Number % Regional NSW 2006 to 2011 Pre-school 1,487 2.2 1.9 1,350 2.2 1.8 +137

Primary school 6,281 9.3 8.2 6,127 9.9 8.9 +154

Primary - Government 4,190 6.2 5.7 4,351 7.0 6.4 -161

Primary - Catholic 1,397 2.1 1.7 1,208 2.0 1.8 +189

Primary - Independent 694 1.0 0.8 568 0.9 0.7 +126

Secondary school 4,733 7.0 6.7 4,414 7.1 6.9 +319

Secondary - Government 2,995 4.4 4.5 2,729 4.4 4.8 +266

Secondary - Catholic 1,177 1.7 1.4 1,136 1.8 1.4 +41

Secondary - Independent 561 0.8 0.8 549 0.9 0.8 +12

TAFE 1,747 2.6 2.5 1,666 2.7 2.4 +81

University 1,965 2.9 2.9 1,438 2.3 2.5 +527

Other 344 0.5 0.5 320 0.5 0.5 +24

Not attending 46,981 69.6 70.5 42,476 68.6 69.6 +4,505

Not stated 3,940 5.8 6.8 4,091 6.6 7.4 -151

Total 67,478 100.0 100.0 61,882 100.0 100.0 +5,596

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

Page 32 of 82 Education institute attending, 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.

Page 33 of 82 Dominant groups Analysis of the share of the population attending educational institutions in Maitland City in 2011 compared to Regional NSW shows that there was a higher proportion attending primary school, a similar proportion attending secondary school, and a similar proportion engaged in tertiary level education. Overall, 9.3% of the population were attending primary school, 7.0% of the population were attending secondary institutions, and 5.5% were learning at a tertiary level, compared with 8.2%, 6.7% and 5.4% respectively for Regional NSW. The major difference between the share of the population attending learning institutions in Maitland City and Regional NSW was: A larger percentage of persons attending a Government primary school (9.3% compared to 8.2%) Emerging groups From 2006 to 2011, Maitland City's population aged 15 years and over increased by 5,596 people (+9.0%). This represents an average annual change of 1.75% per year over the period. The largest changes in the number of people attending education institutions in Maitland City, between 2006 and 2011 were in those who nominated: University (+527 persons) Secondary school (+319 persons) Secondary - Government (+266 persons) Primary - Catholic (+189 persons)

Page 34 of 82 Need for assistance Maitland 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. Maitland 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 with core activities

Maitland City 2011 2006 Change

Assistance needed by age % of total age % of total age group (years) Number group Regional NSW Number group Regional NSW 2006 to 2011 0 to 4 53 1.1 1.1 44 1.0 1.0 +9

5 to 9 176 3.6 3.0 116 2.4 2.2 +60

10 to 19 309 3.2 2.6 248 2.7 2.0 +61

20 to 59 1,069 3.0 3.2 911 2.7 2.9 +158

60 to 64 296 8.1 7.3 189 6.8 6.4 +107

65 to 69 212 7.9 7.7 134 6.5 6.3 +78

70 to 74 199 9.9 9.6 140 8.1 8.9 +59

75 to 79 276 17.4 14.8 229 15.1 14.8 +47

80 to 84 296 24.5 24.7 335 29.9 26.7 -39

85 and over 531 50.7 48.3 404 49.7 49.4 +127

Total persons needing 3,417 5.1 5.8 2,750 4.4 5.1 +667 assistance

Need for assistance with core activities

Maitland City 2011 2006 Change

Assistance needed by age group (years) Number % Regional NSW Number % Regional NSW 2006 to 2011 Total persons needing 3,417 5.1 5.8 2,750 4.4 5.1 +667 assistance

Total persons not needing 61,060 90.5 89.0 56,263 90.9 89.6 +4,797 assistance

Not stated 3,001 4.4 5.2 2,871 4.6 5.3 +130

Total population 67,478 100.0 100.0 61,884 100.0 100.0 +5,594

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

Page 35 of 82 Need for assistance with core activities, 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.

Page 36 of 82 Dominant groups Analysis of the need for assistance of persons in Maitland City compared to Regional NSW shows that there was a lower proportion of persons who reported needing assistance with core activities. Overall, 5.1% 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 Maitland City and Regional NSW were: A larger percentage of persons aged 75 to 79 (17.4% compared to 14.8%) A larger percentage of persons aged 85 and over (50.7% compared to 48.3%) Emerging groups The major differences in the age groups reporting a need for assistance between 2006 and 2011 in Maitland City were in the age groups: 20 to 59 (+158 persons) 85 and over (+127 persons) 60 to 64 (+107 persons) 65 to 69 (+78 persons)

Page 37 of 82 Employment status Maitland 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

Maitland City 2011 2006 Change

Employment status Number % Regional NSW Number % Regional NSW 2006 to 2011 Employed 31,188 95.0 93.9 27,264 93.5 92.9 +3,924

Employed full-time 19,743 60.1 56.7 17,031 58.4 56.5 +2,712

Employed part-time 10,832 33.0 35.0 9,488 32.5 33.8 +1,344

Hours worked not stated 613 1.9 2.1 745 2.6 2.6 -132

Unemployed 1,642 5.0 6.1 1,909 6.5 7.1 -267

Looking for full-time work 985 3.0 3.8 1,193 4.1 4.6 -208

Looking for part-time work 657 2.0 2.4 716 2.5 2.5 -59

Total Labour Force 32,830 100.0 100.0 29,173 100.0 100.0 +3,657

Labour force status

Maitland City 2011 2006 Change

Labour force status Number % Regional NSW Number % Regional NSW 2006 to 2011 Total Labour force 32,830 62.4 56.4 29,173 61.2 55.9 +3,657

Not in the labour force 17,446 33.1 38.5 16,248 34.1 38.6 +1,198

Labour force status not stated 2,378 4.5 5.2 2,253 4.7 5.4 +125

Total persons aged 15+ 52,654 100.0 100.0 47,674 100.0 100.0 +4,980

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

Page 38 of 82 Employment status, 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.

Page 39 of 82 Dominant groups The size of Maitland City's labour force in 2011 was 32,830 persons, of which 10,832 were employed part-time and 19,743 were full time workers. Analysis of the employment status (as a percentage of the labour force) in Maitland City in 2011 compared to Regional NSW shows that there was a higher proportion in employment, and a lower proportion unemployed. Overall, 95.0% of the labour force was employed (59.2% of the population aged 15+), and 5.0% unemployed (3.1% 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 Maitland City in 2011 shows that there was a higher proportion in the labour force (62.4%) compared with Regional NSW (56.4%). Emerging groups Between 2006 and 2011, the number of people employed in Maitland City showed an increase of 3,924 persons and the number unemployed showed a decrease of 267 persons. In the same period, the number of people in the labour force showed an increase of 3,657 persons, or 12.5%.

Page 40 of 82 Industry sectors of employment Maitland City’s industry statistics identify the industry sectors in which the residents work (which may be within the 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 sector of employment

Maitland City 2011 2006 Change

Industry sector Number % Regional NSW Number % Regional NSW 2006 to 2011 Agriculture, Forestry and 322 1.0 5.8 494 1.8 7.0 -172 Fishing

Mining 2,000 6.4 2.5 1,180 4.3 1.7 +820

Manufacturing 3,643 11.7 8.3 3,424 12.6 9.2 +219

Electricity, Gas, Water and 473 1.5 1.5 370 1.4 1.3 +103 Waste Services

Construction 2,573 8.3 7.9 2,110 7.7 7.7 +463

Retail Trade 3,574 11.5 11.4 3,515 12.9 12.3 +59

Wholesale trade 969 3.1 2.8 973 3.6 3.1 -4

Accommodation and Food 2,069 6.6 7.7 1,751 6.4 7.5 +318 Services

Transport, Postal and 1,421 4.6 4.2 1,322 4.8 4.3 +99 Warehousing

Information Media and 250 0.8 1.0 328 1.2 1.2 -78 Telecommunications

Financial and Insurance 684 2.2 2.2 689 2.5 2.3 -5 Services

Rental, Hiring and Real 481 1.5 1.4 419 1.5 1.5 +62 Estate Services

Professional, Scientific and 1,583 5.1 4.6 1,296 4.8 4.4 +287 Technical Services

Administrative and Support 1,003 3.2 2.8 759 2.8 2.5 +244 Services

Public Administration and 1,830 5.9 7.2 1,703 6.2 6.9 +127 Safety

Education and Training 2,224 7.1 8.6 1,960 7.2 8.2 +264

Health Care and Social 3,617 11.6 13.0 2,882 10.6 11.5 +735 Assistance

Arts and Recreation Services 314 1.0 1.2 272 1.0 1.2 +42

Other Services 1,559 5.0 3.9 1,220 4.5 3.8 +339

Inadequately described or 598 1.9 2.1 596 2.2 2.3 +2 not stated

Total employed persons 31,187 100.0 100.0 27,263 100.0 100.0 +3,924 aged 15+

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

Page 41 of 82 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.

Page 42 of 82 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.

Page 43 of 82 Occupations of employment Maitland 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 Maitland City's socio-economic status and skill base.

Occupation of employment

Maitland City 2011 2006 Change

Occupation Number % Regional NSW Number % Regional NSW 2006 to 2011 Managers 3,059 9.8 13.4 2,695 9.9 14.5 +364

Professionals 5,174 16.6 17.4 4,192 15.4 16.3 +982

Technicians and Trades 5,639 18.1 15.2 4,852 17.8 15.4 +787 Workers

Community and Personal 2,848 9.1 10.7 2,404 8.8 9.6 +444 Service Workers

Clerical and Administrative 4,388 14.1 13.0 3,939 14.4 12.9 +449 Workers

Sales Workers 3,133 10.0 9.7 2,998 11.0 10.0 +135

Machinery Operators And 3,234 10.4 7.6 2,605 9.6 7.3 +629 Drivers

Labourers 3,250 10.4 11.3 3,149 11.6 12.3 +101

Inadequately described 463 1.5 1.6 429 1.6 1.6 +34

Total employed persons 31,188 100.0 100.0 27,263 100.0 100.0 +3,925 aged 15+

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

Page 44 of 82 Occupation of employment, 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.

Page 45 of 82 Dominant groups An analysis of the jobs held by the resident population in Maitland City in 2011 shows the three most popular occupations were: Technicians and Trades Workers (5,639 people or 18.1%) Professionals (5,174 people or 16.6%) Clerical and Administrative Workers (4,388 people or 14.1%) In combination these three occupations accounted for 15,201 people in total or 48.7% of the employed resident population. In comparison, Regional NSW employed 15.2% in Technicians and Trades Workers; 17.4% in Professionals; and 13.0% in Clerical and Administrative Workers. The major differences between the jobs held by the population of Maitland City and Regional NSW were: A larger percentage of persons employed as Technicians and Trades Workers (18.1% compared to 15.2%) A larger percentage of persons employed as Machinery Operators And Drivers (10.4% compared to 7.6%) A larger percentage of persons employed as Clerical and Administrative Workers (14.1% compared to 13.0%) A smaller percentage of persons employed as Managers (9.8% compared to 13.4%) Emerging groups The number of employed people in Maitland City increased by 3,925 between 2006 and 2011. The largest changes in the occupations of residents between 2006 and 2011 in Maitland City were for those employed as: Professionals (+982 persons) Technicians and Trades Workers (+787 persons) Machinery Operators And Drivers (+629 persons) Clerical and Administrative Workers (+449 persons)

Page 46 of 82 Method of travel to work Maitland 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

Maitland City 2011 2006 Change

Main method of travel Number % Regional NSW Number % Regional NSW 2006 to 2011 Train 638 2.1 0.8 587 2.2 0.8 +51

Bus 137 0.4 0.9 102 0.4 0.9 +35

Tram or Ferry 6 0.0 0.0 6 0.0 0.0 0

Taxi 31 0.1 0.1 33 0.1 0.2 -2

Car - as driver 21,882 70.7 65.2 17,932 66.8 61.6 +3,950

Car - as passenger 1,813 5.9 5.9 1,787 6.7 6.6 +26

Truck 364 1.2 1.6 417 1.6 2.0 -53

Motorbike 161 0.5 0.7 168 0.6 0.7 -7

Bicycle 100 0.3 0.7 118 0.4 0.8 -18

Walked only 507 1.6 4.0 528 2.0 4.7 -21

Other 344 1.1 1.3 223 0.8 1.2 +121

Worked at home 944 3.0 5.7 953 3.5 6.4 -9

Did not go to work 3,643 11.8 11.4 3,567 13.3 12.2 +76

Not stated 395 1.3 1.6 440 1.6 1.9 -45

Total employed persons 30,965 100.0 100.0 26,861 100.0 100.0 +4,104 aged 15+

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

Page 47 of 82 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.

Page 48 of 82 Dominant groups In 2011, there were 781 people who caught public transport to work (train, bus, tram or ferry) in Maitland City, compared with 24,220 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 Maitland City in 2011 compared to Regional NSW shows that 2.5% used public transport, while 78.2% used a private vehicle, compared with 1.7% and 73.4% respectively in Regional NSW. The major differences between the method of travel to work of Maitland City and Regional NSW were: A larger percentage of persons who travelled by car (as driver) (70.7% compared to 65.2%) A larger percentage of persons who travelled by train (2.1% compared to 0.8%) A smaller percentage of persons who worked at home (3.0% compared to 5.7%) A smaller percentage of persons who walked only (1.6% compared to 4.0%) Emerging groups The number of employed people in Maitland City increased by 4,104 between 2006 and 2011. The largest changes in the method of travel to work by resident population in Maitland City between 2006 and 2011 were for those nominated: Car - as driver (+3,950 persons) Other (+121 persons) Did not go to work (+76 persons) Truck (-53 persons)

Page 49 of 82 Volunteer work 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 Maitland City include the Age Structure of the population, the level of Proficiency in English, Income and Education levels.

Voluntary work

Maitland City 2011 2006 Change

Volunteer status Number % Regional NSW Number % Regional NSW 2006 to 2011 Volunteer 7,770 14.8 20.0 7,513 15.8 10.4 +257

Not a volunteer 41,346 78.5 71.8 36,532 76.6 35.1 +4,814

Volunteer work not stated 3,538 6.7 8.2 3,628 7.6 4.4 -90

Total persons aged 15+ 52,654 100.0 100.0 47,673 100.0 100.0 +4,981

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.

Page 50 of 82 Change in voluntary work, 2006 to 2011

Page 51 of 82 Unpaid care The proportion of people providing unpaid care for the aged and disabled in Maitland 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

Maitland City 2011 2006 Change

Assistance to a person with a disability, long term illness or old age Number % Regional NSW Number % Regional NSW 2006 to 2011 Provided unpaid assistance 6,551 12.4 12.5 5,356 11.2 11.5 +1,195

No unpaid assistance 42,348 80.4 78.9 38,445 80.6 79.0 +3,903 provided

Not stated 3,754 7.1 8.6 3,869 8.1 9.5 -115

Total persons aged 15+ 52,653 100.0 100.0 47,670 100.0 100.0 +4,983

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.

Page 52 of 82 Change in unpaid care, 2006 to 2011

Page 53 of 82 Individual income 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 Maitland 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.

Weekly individual gross income

Maitland City 2011

Weekly income Number % Regional NSW Negative Income/ Nil income 3,601 6.8 6.5

$1-$199 4,213 8.0 7.6

$200-$299 5,860 11.1 13.0

$300-$399 5,842 11.1 12.9

$400-$599 6,314 12.0 13.7

$600-$799 5,490 10.4 10.8

$800-$999 4,164 7.9 7.6

$1000-$1249 3,971 7.5 6.6

$1250-$1499 2,750 5.2 4.3

$1500-$1999 3,762 7.1 5.3

$2000 or more 3,352 6.4 3.9

Not stated 3,335 6.3 7.7

Total persons aged 15+ 52,654 100.0 100.0

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

Page 54 of 82 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. Dominant groups Analysis of individual income levels in Maitland City in 2011 compared to Regional NSW 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, 13.5% of the population earned a high income, and 37.1% earned a low income, compared with 9.2% and 40.0% respectively for Regional NSW. The major differences between Maitland City's individual incomes and Regional NSW's individual incomes were: A larger percentage of persons who earned $2000 or more (6.4% compared to 3.9%) A larger percentage of persons who earned $1500-$1999 (7.1% compared to 5.3%) A larger percentage of persons who earned $1000-$1249 (7.5% compared to 6.6%) A larger percentage of persons who earned $1250-$1499 (5.2% compared to 4.3%)

Page 55 of 82 Household income Households form the common 'economic unit' in our society. Maitland 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 Maitland 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.

Weekly household income

Maitland City 2011

Weekly income Number % Regional NSW Negative Income/Nil Income 206 0.8 1.2

$1-$199 278 1.1 1.7

$200-$299 565 2.3 3.4

$300-$399 1,642 6.8 8.5

$400-$599 2,260 9.3 12.3

$600-$799 2,044 8.4 10.3

$800-$999 1,790 7.4 8.9

$1000-$1249 1,877 7.7 7.9

$1250-$1499 1,669 6.9 6.9

$1500-$1999 2,948 12.2 10.1

$2000-$2499 2,138 8.8 6.6

$2500-$2999 2,068 8.5 5.2

$3000-$3499 1,202 5.0 3.2

$3500-$3999 531 2.2 1.2

$4000-$4999 390 1.6 0.9

$5000 or more 260 1.1 0.8

Not stated 2,385 9.8 10.8

Total households 24,253 100.0 100.0

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

Page 56 of 82 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. Dominant groups Analysis of household income levels in Maitland City in 2011 compared to Regional NSW 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, 18.4% of the households earned a high income, and 20.4% were low income households, compared with 11.3% and 27.2% respectively for Regional NSW. The major differences between the household incomes of Maitland City and Regional NSW were: A larger percentage of households who earned $2500-$2999 (8.5% compared to 5.2%) A larger percentage of households who earned $2000-$2499 (8.8% compared to 6.6%) A larger percentage of households who earned $1500-$1999 (12.2% compared to 10.1%) A larger percentage of households who earned $3000-$3499 (5.0% compared to 3.2%)

Page 57 of 82 Households summary Maitland 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, Maitland City's Household Summary should be viewed in conjunction with Households with Children, Households without Children, Household Size, Age Structure and Dwelling Type.

Household types

Maitland City 2011 2006 Change

Households by type Number % Regional NSW Number % Regional NSW 2006 to 2011 Couples with children 8,569 34.5 26.7 8,035 35.7 28.2 +534

Couples without children 6,469 26.0 27.7 5,725 25.4 27.4 +744

One parent families 3,085 12.4 11.3 2,916 13.0 11.3 +169

Other families 223 0.9 0.9 191 0.8 0.9 +32

Group household 569 2.3 3.0 436 1.9 2.9 +133

Lone person 5,183 20.9 25.6 4,507 20.0 24.6 +676

Other not classifiable 580 2.3 2.8 604 2.7 2.9 -24 household

Visitor only households 156 0.6 2.0 98 0.4 1.8 +58

Total households 24,834 100.0 100.0 22,512 100.0 100.0 +2,322

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.

Page 58 of 82 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. Dominant groups Analysis of the household/family types in Maitland City in 2011 compared to Regional NSW shows that there was a higher proportion of couple families with child(ren) as well as a higher proportion of one-parent families. Overall, 34.5% of total families were couple families with child(ren), and 12.4% were one-parent families, compared with 26.7% and 11.3% respectively for Regional NSW. There were a lower proportion of lone person households and a lower proportion of couples without children. Overall, the proportion of lone person households was 20.9% compared to 25.6% in Regional NSW while the proportion of couples without children was 26.0% compared to 27.7% in Regional NSW. Emerging groups The number of households in Maitland City increased by 2,322 between 2006 and 2011. The largest changes in family/household types in Maitland City between 2006 and 2011 were: Couples without children (+744 households) Lone person (+676 households) Couples with children (+534 households) One parent families (+169 households)

Page 59 of 82 Household size 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, Maitland 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

Maitland City 2011 2006 Change

Number of persons usually resident Number % Regional NSW Number % Regional NSW 2006 to 2011 1 person 5,185 21.5 26.9 4,510 20.7 25.9 +675

2 persons 8,097 33.6 36.5 7,278 33.4 36.2 +819

3 persons 4,064 16.9 14.3 3,715 17.0 14.5 +349

4 persons 4,143 17.2 13.3 3,958 18.1 14.0 +185

5 persons 1,784 7.4 6.2 1,631 7.5 6.5 +153

6 or more persons 823 3.4 2.9 720 3.3 2.8 +103

Total classifiable households 24,096 100.0 100.0 21,812 100.0 100.0 +2,284

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

Page 60 of 82 Household size, 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.

Page 61 of 82 Dominant groups Analysis of the number of persons usually resident in a household in Maitland City compared with Regional NSW 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 21.5% of lone person households, and 28.0% of larger households, compared with 26.9% and 22.3% respectively for Regional NSW. The major differences in the household size for Maitland City and Regional NSW were: A larger percentage of households with 4 persons usually resident (17.2% compared to 13.3%) A larger percentage of households with 3 persons usually resident (16.9% compared to 14.3%) A larger percentage of households with 5 persons usually resident (7.4% compared to 6.2%) A smaller percentage of households with 1 person usually resident (21.5% compared to 26.9%) Emerging groups The number of households in Maitland City increased by 2,284 between 2006 and 2011. The largest changes in the number of persons usually resident in a household in Maitland City between 2006 and 2011 were: 2 persons (+819 households) 1 person (+675 households) 3 persons (+349 households) 4 persons (+185 households)

Page 62 of 82 Dwelling type Dwelling Type is an important determinant of Maitland 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 Maitland City.

Dwelling structure

Maitland City 2011 2006 Change

Dwelling type Number % Regional NSW Number % Regional NSW 2006 to 2011 Separate house 23,056 87.2 81.5 21,120 88.4 81.7 +1,936

Medium density 3,172 12.0 14.0 2,635 11.0 13.6 +537

High density 0 0.0 2.2 4 0.0 2.1 -4

Caravans, cabin, houseboat 99 0.4 1.7 87 0.4 1.9 +12

Other 110 0.4 0.5 51 0.2 0.6 +59

Not stated 5 0.0 0.2 7 0.0 0.1 -2

Total Private Dwellings 26,442 100.0 100.0 23,904 100.0 100.0 +2,538

Dwelling type

Maitland City 2011 2006 Change

Dwelling type Number % Regional NSW Number % Regional NSW 2006 to 2011 Occupied private dwellings 24,835 93.7 86.9 22,511 94.0 87.1 +2,324

Unoccupied private 1,610 6.1 12.8 1,395 5.8 12.5 +215 dwellings

Non private dwellings 47 0.2 0.4 31 0.1 0.4 +16

Total Dwellings 26,492 100.0 100.0 23,937 100.0 100.0 +2,555

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

Page 63 of 82 Dwelling structure, 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.

Page 64 of 82 Dominant groups In 2011, there were 23,056 separate houses in the area, 3,172 medium density dwellings, and no high density dwellings. Analysis of the types of dwellings in Maitland City in 2011 shows that 87.2% of all dwellings were separate houses; 12.0% were medium density dwellings, and none% were high density dwellings, compared with 81.5%, 14.0%, and 2.2% in the Regional NSW respectively. In 2011, a total of 93.7% of the dwellings in Maitland City were occupied on Census night, compared to 86.9% in Regional NSW. The proportion of unoccupied dwellings was 6.1%, which is smaller compared to that found in Regional NSW (12.8%). Emerging groups The total number of dwellings in Maitland City increased by 2,555 between 2006 and 2011. The largest changes in the type of dwellings found in Maitland City between 2006 and 2011 were: Separate house (+1,936 dwellings) Medium density (+537 dwellings) Other (+59 dwellings)

Page 65 of 82 Number of bedrooms per dwelling 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 Maitland 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

Maitland City 2011 2006 Change

Number of bedrooms Number % Regional NSW Number % Regional NSW 2006 to 2011 0 or 1 bedrooms 801 3.2 4.7 723 3.2 4.7 +78

2 bedrooms 2,935 11.8 18.1 2,745 12.2 18.5 +190

3 bedrooms 10,726 43.2 43.3 10,322 45.9 44.6 +404

4 bedrooms 8,068 32.5 23.7 6,690 29.7 22.4 +1,378

5 bedrooms or more 1,348 5.4 5.1 1,034 4.6 4.6 +314

Not stated 957 3.9 5.1 997 4.4 5.2 -40

Total households 24,835 100.0 100.0 22,511 100.0 100.0 +2,324

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.

Page 66 of 82 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. Dominant groups Analysis of the number of bedrooms in dwellings in Maitland City in 2011 compared to Regional NSW 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, 15.0% of households were in 1-2 bedroom dwellings, and 37.9% of 4-plus bedroom dwellings, compared with 22.8% and 28.8% for Regional NSW respectively. The major differences between the number of bedrooms per dwelling of Maitland City and Regional NSW were: A larger percentage of 4 bedroom dwellings (32.5% compared to 23.7%) A smaller percentage of 2 bedroom dwellings (11.8% compared to 18.1%) A smaller percentage of dwellings with no bedrooms (includes bedsitters) (3.2% compared to 4.7%) Emerging groups The largest changes in the number of bedrooms per dwelling in Maitland City between 2006 and 2011 were: 4 bedrooms (+1,378 dwellings) 3 bedrooms (+404 dwellings) 5 bedrooms or more (+314 dwellings) 2 bedrooms (+190 dwellings)

Page 67 of 82 Internet connection 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 Maitland City can be affected by availability of connection, Education, Household Income and Age Structure.

Type of internet connection

Maitland City 2011 2006 Change

Connection type Number % Regional NSW Number % Regional NSW 2006 to 2011 Total internet connection 18,240 73.4 68.2 12,840 57.0 52.4 +5,400

Broadband connection 16,704 67.3 61.3 6,590 29.3 28.1 +10,114

Dial-up connection 725 2.9 3.3 6,151 27.3 23.8 -5,426

Other connection 811 3.3 3.6 99 0.4 0.5 +712

No internet connection 5,189 20.9 25.1 8,442 37.5 41.3 -3,253

Not stated 1,405 5.7 6.7 1,230 5.5 6.3 +175

Total households 24,834 100.0 100.0 22,512 100.0 100.0 +2,322

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.

Page 68 of 82 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. Dominant groups Analysis of the type of internet connection of households in Maitland City compared to Regional NSW 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 23.8% of households had no internet connection or a dial up connection, and 67.3% 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 5,400. The largest changes in the internet connectivity in Maitland City, between 2006 and 2011 were: Broadband connection (+10,114 households) Dial-up connection (-5,426 households) Total internet connection (+5,400 households)

Page 69 of 82 Number of cars per household 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 Maitland 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.

Car ownership

Maitland City 2011 2006 Change

Number of cars Number % Regional NSW Number % Regional NSW 2006 to 2011 No motor vehicles 1,650 6.6 7.6 1,844 8.2 9.0 -194

1 motor vehicle 7,755 31.2 36.0 7,483 33.2 37.3 +272

2 motor vehicles 9,607 38.7 34.4 8,364 37.2 33.3 +1,243

3 or more motor vehicles 4,589 18.5 15.5 3,517 15.6 13.7 +1,072

Not stated 1,233 5.0 6.5 1,303 5.8 6.8 -70

Total households 24,834 100.0 100.0 22,511 100.0 100.0 +2,323

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.

Page 70 of 82 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. Dominant groups Analysis of the car ownership of the households in Maitland City in 2011 compared to Regional NSW shows that 88.4% of the households owned at least one car, while 6.6% did not, compared with 86.0% and 7.6% respectively in Regional NSW. Of those that owned at least one vehicle, there was a 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, 31.2% of the households owned one car; 38.7% owned two cars; and 18.5% 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 Maitland City between 2006 and 2011 were: 2 motor vehicles (+1,243 households) 3 or more motor vehicles (+1,072 households) 1 motor vehicle (+272 households) No motor vehicles (-194 households)

Page 71 of 82 Housing tenure Maitland 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 Maitland City, Tenure data is useful for analysing housing markets, housing affordability and identifying public housing areas.

Housing tenure

Maitland City 2011 2006 Change

Tenure type Number % Regional NSW Number % Regional NSW 2006 to 2011 Fully owned 7,460 30.0 36.6 7,088 31.5 38.2 +372

Mortgage 9,612 38.7 29.7 8,529 37.9 28.7 +1,083

Renting 6,528 26.3 27.0 5,625 25.0 26.2 +903

Renting - Social housing 1,486 6.0 4.8 1,423 6.3 5.0 +63

Renting - Private 4,953 19.9 21.4 4,056 18.0 20.1 +897

Renting - Not stated 89 0.4 0.8 146 0.6 1.1 -57

Other tenure type 148 0.6 0.9 135 0.6 1.0 +13

Not stated 1,087 4.4 5.8 1,135 5.0 5.9 -48

Total households 24,835 100.0 100.0 22,512 100.0 100.0 +2,323

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.

Page 72 of 82 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. Dominant groups Analysis of the housing tenure of the population of Maitland City in 2011 compared to Regional NSW shows that there was a smaller proportion of households who owned their dwelling; a larger proportion purchasing their dwelling; and a smaller proportion who were renters. Overall, 30.0% of the population owned their dwelling; 38.7% were purchasing, and 26.3% 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 Maitland City between 2006 and 2011 were: Mortgage (+1,083 persons) Renting - Private (+897 persons) Fully owned (+372 persons) Renting - Social housing (+63 persons) The total number of households in Maitland City increased by 2,323 between 2006 and 2011.

Page 73 of 82 Housing loan repayments Mortgage repayments are directly related to house prices in Maitland 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.

Monthly housing loan repayments

Maitland City 2011

Monthly repayment amount Number % Regional NSW Nil repayments 172 1.8 2.8

$1-$149 58 0.6 0.7

$150-$299 93 1.0 1.3

$300-$449 197 2.0 2.9

$450-$599 169 1.8 2.7

$600-$799 338 3.5 5.4

$800-$999 508 5.3 7.0

$1000-$1199 600 6.2 7.8

$1200-$1399 833 8.7 9.3

$1400-$1599 819 8.5 7.8

$1600-$1799 1,027 10.7 8.9

$1800-$1999 787 8.2 6.3

$2000-$2199 1,149 12.0 9.1

$2200-$2399 538 5.6 4.0

$2400-$2599 283 2.9 2.6

$2600-$2999 669 7.0 6.1

$3000-$3999 648 6.7 6.2

$4000-$4999 177 1.8 2.0

$5000 and over 112 1.2 1.6

Not stated 434 4.5 5.4

Total households with a mortgage 9,611 100.0 100.0

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

Page 74 of 82 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. Dominant groups Analysis of the monthly housing loan repayments of households in Maitland City compared to Regional NSW 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, 16.7% of households were paying high mortgage repayments, and 16.0% were paying low repayments, compared with 15.9% and 23.0% respectively in Regional NSW. The major differences between the household loan repayments of Maitland City and Regional NSW were: A larger percentage of $2000-$2199 (12.0% compared to 9.1%) A larger percentage of $1800-$1999 (8.2% compared to 6.3%) A larger percentage of $1600-$1799 (10.7% compared to 8.9%) A larger percentage of $2200-$2399 (5.6% compared to 4.0%)

Page 75 of 82 Housing rental payments Rental payments can be a better measure of the cost of housing in Maitland 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.

Weekly housing rental payments

Maitland City 2011

Weekly rental amount Number % Regional NSW Nil 122 1.9 5.1

$1 - $74 145 2.2 3.2

$75 - $99 376 5.8 5.4

$100 - $124 229 3.5 5.4

$125 - $149 356 5.5 6.3

$150 - $174 419 6.4 8.7

$175 - $199 352 5.4 6.9

$200 - $224 534 8.2 9.4

$225 - $249 312 4.8 5.8

$250 - $274 638 9.8 9.0

$275 - $299 476 7.3 5.7

$300 - $324 735 11.3 7.5

$325 - $349 367 5.6 3.4

$350 - $374 440 6.7 4.5

$375 - $399 215 3.3 2.2

$400 - $424 262 4.0 2.4

$425 - $449 96 1.5 0.8

$450 - $549 172 2.6 2.5

$550 - $649 16 0.2 0.8

$650 - $749 5 0.1 0.3

$750 - $849 4 0.1 0.2

$850 - $949 6 0.1 0.1

$950+ 24 0.4 0.5

Rent Not stated 227 3.5 3.9

Total households renting 6,528 100.0 100.0

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

Page 76 of 82 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. Dominant groups Analysis of the weekly housing rental payments of households in Maitland City compared to Regional NSW 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, 9.0% of households were paying high rental payments, and 18.8% were paying low payments, compared with 7.7% and 25.3% respectively in Regional NSW. The major differences between the housing rental payments of Maitland City and Regional NSW were: A larger percentage of $325 - $349 (5.6% compared to 3.4%) A larger percentage of $350 - $374 (6.7% compared to 4.5%) A larger percentage of $400 - $424 (4.0% compared to 2.4%) A larger percentage of $375 - $399 (3.3% compared to 2.2%)

Page 77 of 82 SEIFA - disadvantage Maitland 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

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 Page 78 of 82 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 Page 79 of 82 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

Page 80 of 82 Index of relative socio-economic disadvantage

Local Government Areas in New South Wales

Local Government Area 2011 index 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, the population experts.

Page 81 of 82 About the community profile 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. Maitland 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 Maitland 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 Maitland City.

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