Band 9: The bar chart below describes some changes about the percentage of people were born in Australia and who were born outside Australia living in urban, rural and town between 1995 and 2010. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant. You should write at least 150 words.

The bar chart illustrates the percentage distribution of people born in and outside Australia living in urban, rural, and town areas in 1995 and 2010.

In 1995, the majority of people born in Australia resided in cities, with rural areas being the second most common place of residence, followed by towns. Specifically, approximately 50% lived in cities, 30% in rural areas, and 20% in towns. By 2010, there was a noticeable shift, with the proportion of those living in cities increasing to around 65%, while those in rural areas and towns decreased to about 15% and 20%, respectively.

Similarly, for people born outside Australia or expats perhaps, urban areas were the predominant place of residence in 1995, with around 60% living in cities, 30% in rural areas, and 10% in towns. By 2010, this trend intensified, with approximately 80% residing in cities, a significant decrease in rural residents to about 5%, and around 15% in towns. So, the data indicates a clear movement towards urbanization for both groups over the 15-year period, mirroring global trends of urban migration and the decline of rural living.