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, No religion was the most common religious affiliation among residents in Sir Samuel, accounting for 36.4% (12 people). This share was lower than Leonora (S) (38.9%). Since 2016, the biggest change was in No religion, which increased by 1 people, while its share fell by 21.5 percentage points.

Section overview

Religion - Ranked by size

Sir Samuel - Total persons (Usual residence)

This table summarises religion for Sir Samuel in 2021 for persons, with comparison against Leonora (S) and change since 2016.

Religion - Ranked by size snapshot

2021 distribution by category for Sir Samuel, with comparison markers for Leonora (S).

Sir Samuel
Leonora (S)

Not stated

2021 count

18

% of total

54.5%

Change from 2016

-

No Religion, so described

2021 count

12

% of total

36.4%

Change from 2016

-21.5pp

Data table

Religion for Sir Samuel. Religion - Ranked by size. 2021 and 2016 counts, percentages, and change compared with Leonora (S).

Religion for Sir Samuel. Religion - Ranked by size. 2021 and 2016 counts, percentages, and change compared with Leonora (S).
Religion for Sir Samuel. Religion - Ranked by size. 2021 and 2016 counts, percentages, and change compared with Leonora (S).
Category20212016Change
Count%Leonora (S)%Count%Leonora (S)%Countpp
Not stated1854.5%32.7%--25.0%--
No Religion, so described1236.4%38.9%1157.9%34.6%+1-21.5pp
Total33100.0%100.0%19100.0%100.0%+140.0pp

Excludes religions with fewer than 10 adherents.