The size of Watton is approximately 12.5 square kilometres. The population of Watton in 2011 was 315 people. By 2016 the population was 71 showing a population decline of 77.5% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Watton is 40-49 years. Households in Watton are primarily couples with children and are likely to be repaying $1800 - $2399 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Watton work in a professional occupation. In 2011, 88.1% of the homes in Watton were owner-occupied compared with 95.2% in 2016.