Immigration and refugees
Criteria for new migrants
In 2012, 70% said not important when asked about their race.
Question
Please say whether you personally think each of the following is an important criteria or not an important criteria for determining which migrants should be allowed to come to Australia to live
This question was asked in 2012.
- 0%
- 25%
- 50%
- 75%
- 100%
Their work skills
65
31
4
English language skills
60
32
8
Having similar values to Australians
57
33
10
Their education
47
45
7
Their religion
15
24
61
Their race
10
20
70
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Data
Compare different demographics, years, categories, and responses.
Demographic
Category
English language skills
Having similar values to Australians
Their education
Their race
Their religion
and
Response
Very important
Somewhat important
Not important
Don’t know