Oakajee vs White Peak

White Peak and Oakajee are neighbouring areas in Western Australia, but they differ sharply in population and wealth. White Peak is home to 587 people, while Oakajee is largely non-residential with a population of zero. This gap is seen in the typical weekly household income, which is far higher in White Peak at $2,579 compared to just $450 in Oakajee. Residents in White Peak are also much younger, with a typical age of 36, whereas those in Oakajee are far older at 66.

These two areas have tracked against each other since 2011 by remaining very isolated in terms of services. Both are entirely car-dependent and have no homes within a 15-minute walk of groceries, health services, or public transport. While White Peak has slightly more infrastructure, including one school and a few more amenities, both areas sit well below the national figure for access to local services.