Cultural diversity

Religion

About this topic

Religion records a person's stated religious affiliation, including no religion and not stated responses. It is a measure of cultural identity and belief rather than practice or participation.

This topic helps show the religious diversity of an area and can support planning for community facilities, faith-based services, and inclusive engagement. It is best interpreted with ancestry, birthplace, and language, which together provide a broader picture of cultural composition.

Interpretation notes

  • This records stated religious affiliation, not attendance or level of religious practice.
  • No religion and not stated are part of the overall picture, so interpretation should consider both affiliation and non-response.

Key insight

In 2021, Western Catholic was the most common religious affiliation among residents in Murrumburrah, accounting for 51.9% (42 people). This share was higher than Hilltops (A) (29.9%).

Section overview

Religion - Ranked by size

Murrumburrah - Total persons (Usual residence)

This table summarises religion for Murrumburrah in 2021 for persons, with comparison against Hilltops (A) and change since 2016.

Religion - Ranked by size snapshot

2021 distribution by category for Murrumburrah, with comparison markers for Hilltops (A).

Murrumburrah
Hilltops (A)

Western Catholic

2021 count

42

% of total

51.9%

Change from 2016

-

Anglican Church of Australia

2021 count

25

% of total

30.9%

Change from 2016

-

Data table

Religion for Murrumburrah. Religion - Ranked by size. 2021 and 2016 counts, percentages, and change compared with Hilltops (A).

Religion for Murrumburrah. Religion - Ranked by size. 2021 and 2016 counts, percentages, and change compared with Hilltops (A).
Religion for Murrumburrah. Religion - Ranked by size. 2021 and 2016 counts, percentages, and change compared with Hilltops (A).
Category20212016Change
Count%Hilltops (A)%Count%Hilltops (A)%Countpp
Western Catholic4251.9%29.9%--34.5%--
Anglican Church of Australia2530.9%20.8%--25.9%--
Total81100.0%100.0%--100.0%--

Excludes religions with fewer than 10 adherents.