Family Facts & Figures
Household Type, 1986-2006
| Household type | 1986 | 1996 | 2006 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Family household | 77.1% | 73.0% | 71.7% |
| Lone person household | 18.8% | 22.8% | 24.4% |
| Group household | 4.1% | 4.2% | 3.9% |
| Total | 100.0% | 100.0% | 100.0% |
Source: ABS (2007), 2006 Census of Population and Housing Australia, Catalogue no. 2068.0 - 2006 Census Tables
ABS (1993), Social Indicators 1992, Catalogue no. 4101.0