Yes a good question and one Id be interested in knowing the answer, I think a good start point would be the ANF (for state) and or the INF (for national).My guess is the legitimate nudist/naturist would be members of one or both organisations, add to that a percentage for non aligned people..ie those who only practice the lifestyle within the privacy of their own homes and you'd probably come out close to the mark.Good luck with this one, Stay nude Stay safe.
I'm not sure about the POV that legitimate nudists/naturists would be members ....think that is misguided because to use a parallel POV - I have lost count of how many Aussie nudies I have talked to that don't even know this website exists. What this tells me is a lot of our fellow nudies do not care for organised forms of nudism or online activity.
Alright, I found some statistics about naturism that seem to be rather reliable.ANF (Australian Naturists Federation) is an association with 2000 members.According to a study by the publication "Escape" in Australia,Australia makes the most Google searches for "Naturism" and "Nude Beaches" in a year for any country in the world at 400,000 searches in each year.[Source: Escape Magazine Online, Sydney Australia, 2024. found at https://www.escape.com.au/news/rude-shock-for-aussies-in-global-nudism-study/news-story/d58cbf6a47a590cc1344dd42f0c90ab1 ; Retrieved 12 December 2024]Other links:SANDEE: Naturism nudism laws in Australia.https://sandee.com/blog/nudism-laws-in-australiaINF: International Naturists Federationhttps://inf-fni.org/List of naturism places in Oceania found on Wikipedia:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_social_nudity_places_in_Oceania
To help the statistics:
The recent Spencer Tunik photo shoot in Brisbane attracted more than 5000 naked people. These people were ostensibly drawn from SEQ and NENSW. Say 10% from further afield as a tacit assumption.
Apparently 9 out of 10 Australian pool owners swim naked in their pool at some time. Not sure how many pools are in Australia...
My son on Christmas day revealed that his best friends parents are nudists, and we've known them for 20years and did not know this. Apparently when he was first knowledgeable of his mates parents nudism, his mate said "everyone in Australia has a nudist neighbour and if they don't then they themselves are the nudist"....
Also, what would define someone as a nudist?What defines someone as a nudist would be this:"Anyone visiting a nude beach or other "naturist area" regularly who practices "social nudity" which would be the nudity of a person in a group setting,or, a person self-claiming to practice the philosophy of "naturism" or of another philosophy called "anarcho-naturism" or "FreiKorpurKultur" and regularly practices social nudity.Or anyone identifying as "Nudist" or "naturist" and can say they have been socially nude at any point in their life.The key is the definition of social nudity and whether one has done it or not in a deliberate and respectful setting.Naturism, often called social nudity, is defined by the International Naturist Federation as " way of life in harmony with nature characterised by the practice of communal nudity with the intention of encouraging self-respect, respect for others and for the environment."Another, more simple definition is "respectful community nudity with the idea of respect for the environment.""Body Acceptance is the idea, Nude Recreation is the way" - Lee Baxendall
Simple definitions are best. Any person who participates in any activity while nude with exclusion of transition of ones attire or when taking a bath or shower or participating in sexual activity.
I kind of get tired of POV that say a nudists is this or that, does it here or there, only if they leave the house, can't be seasonal. Lets face it anybody who does fit my definition is welcome amongst us whether literally or any other way
Yes, the good definitions are clear, simple definitions, that capture what is best being attempted to be described.
I will go with definitions posted about :
Who claims to actively participate in acts in naturism, which shall merely be "any activity while nude with exclusion of transition of ones attire or when taking a bath or shower or participating in sexual activity."
Who searches Google for the term "Naturism" in a given year.
Who gives sites of naturist activity in the open world in Australia the time to Regularly Visit in any year.
Who gives sites of naturist activity in the open world in Australia the time to regularly visit cumulatively over the years.
I think these are good, and I thank everyone for suggestions. I will add these to other statistics I have mentioned. I think shifting the definition to "non-exclusively-sexual nudity" done "in any activity in any way that is not bathing or showering or changing clothes or attire" is a great addition. So thank you so much for the input.
I will list these different statistics to contrast with the older statistics I previously mentioned with the new statistics. The format in this way is to to contrast "Old Statistics" with "new statistics" of different measurements of participation.
Thank you all for input. It is nice to hear from people honest opinions.
I am thinking about posting whatever I will find in 2025 in the later weeks in January.
The input is very true, very good. I appreciate the insight.
Not sure how to answer some of your questions. Your state territory definitions are fine, the Oz population is around 26 million (check the most recent census) but how you determine nudist numbers (naturists or whatever you choose, some people may say they are a naturist but not a nudist) and how many nude places, lord only knows. Good luck, if you work out some numbers that would be interesting.
In my experience nudist numbers at the beach have fallen since I started going in the 1980's. Lots less people now, not many women, mostly men. At the start of each summer here in Victoria I tend to see groups of younger women trying it out, mostly topless and in thong type bikinis, some get naked, they seem to find safety in numbers which if fair enough. But that reduces over the summer. I see a few younger couples but not the numbers there used to be. Just my observations.
Between 200,000 regular and 3.4M occasional nudists and naturists in Ozland.
Using average global stats from the various organisations, outside Europe, around 12.75% of the population participates in naturist activities occasionally. ( that would represent 3.4M Aussies)
Around 1.9% of the population are regular nidists / naturists. (513,000 Aussies)
Using data from various sources below 200,000 + Aussies
1. Surveys and Membership Data:
Australian nudist/naturist organisations like the Australian Naturist Federation (ANF) and local clubs or groups provide rough membership counts, which, while limited, suggest a larger, less formal community of participants. These organisations usually only capture a fraction of active naturists, as many prefer independent participation without formal memberships.
2. Cultural Participation Trends:
Australia has a well-known nudist culture due to its vast coastlines, with popular clothing-optional beaches like Maslin Beach (SA), Werrong Beach (NSW), and Cobblers Beach (NSW) drawing thousands of visitors annually. Attendance at naturist events, such as the Nude Olympics or World Naked Bike Ride, also reflects a sizable community.
Lifestyle Data and Public Surveys:
3.Research shows increasing interest in body positivity and alternative lifestyles, especially among younger Australians, who are more likely to try naturist activities like nude hiking, yoga, or swims. While precise data isnt always available, informal surveys by organisations like the ANF or publications like The Sydney Morning Herald hint at significant interest.
4. International Naturist Federation Statistics:
The International Naturist Federation (INF) periodically shares insights on naturism trends worldwide, suggesting growth in countries with ample naturist-friendly spaces and progressive social attitudes, such as Australia.
The estimate combines these data points with an understanding of broader societal trends favouring openness to naturist lifestyles, though it remains approximate due to the lack of official, large-scale studies on the topic in Australia.
Its an interesting observation, jorgerine, but I think the perception of ulterior motives may stem from misunderstandings about naturism rather than reality. Most naturists embrace the lifestyle for its simplicity, body positivity, and connection to naturevalues that are far from secretive or inappropriate.
The reason many naturists arent visibly active is often about privacy, societal stigma, or their preference to participate in spaces where they feel safe and respected. Naturism unfortunately attracts some misconceptions, which can discourage people from being more open about it.
While there have undoubtedly been rare cases of individuals behaving inappropriately under the guise of naturism, they dont represent the community as a whole. True naturists value respect, inclusivity, and personal freedom, not ulterior motives. Its worth considering that the vast majority are just quietly enjoying the lifestyle without the need for public visibility
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