A recent report from the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW) indicates that loneliness is a significant issue among young adults in Australia, including expatriates. The AIHW's 2024 report on social isolation found that 1 in 4 Australians aged 18-24 experience chronic loneliness, a rate higher than other age groups.
For young expats, factors such as being away from family, cultural differences, and difficulty forming new social networks can exacerbate this. A 2023 survey by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) showed that 30% of migrants aged 18-34 reported feeling lonely often or always, compared to 22% of Australian-born peers.
Experts suggest that while Australia's lifestyle and natural beauty attract many, the challenge of building a support system from scratch can lead to isolation. Community groups and online platforms have emerged to help, but the issue remains underreported.
