Religion

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 Cabbage Tree Island (Mid-Coast - NSW), accounting for 69.2% (9 people). This share was higher than Mid-Coast (A) (36.2%).

Section overview

Religion - Ranked by size

Cabbage Tree Island (Mid-Coast - NSW) - Total persons (Usual residence)

This table summarises religion for Cabbage Tree Island (Mid-Coast - NSW) in 2021 for persons, with comparison against Mid-Coast (A) and change since 2016.

2021 Snapshot Change 2016-2021

Religion - Ranked by size change

Absolute change in category counts between 2016 and 2021.

No comparable 2016 and 2021 rows are available for this topic.

Data table

Religion for Cabbage Tree Island (Mid-Coast - NSW). Religion - Ranked by size. 2021 and 2016 counts, percentages, and change compared with Mid-Coast (A).

Religion for Cabbage Tree Island (Mid-Coast - NSW). Religion - Ranked by size. 2021 and 2016 counts, percentages, and change compared with Mid-Coast (A).
Category	2021			2016			Change
Category	Count	%	Mid-Coast (A)%	Count	%	Mid-Coast (A)%	Count	pp
Total	13	100.0%	100.0%	8	100.0%	100.0%	+5	0.0pp

Excludes religions with fewer than 10 adherents.

Religion - Ranked by size snapshot

Religion - Ranked by size change