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5717, SA

27,098 km²

A small population of just 35 people defines postcode 5717, which is among the smallest areas of its type. The community has aged significantly, with the typical resident now 47 years old compared to 31 in 2016. It is a sparsely populated region where a high proportion of people live in de facto relationships. Overall, it is a quiet, predominantly Australian-born area with very few children and a high rate of volunteerism.

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The area is noticeably older than the state and national figures, with the typical resident aged 47. While children under 15 make up only 11.4% of the population, a huge 44% of residents are in de facto relationships, which is far above the national average.

The community is almost entirely Australian-born, with no residents born overseas. English, Australian, and German are the most common ancestries reported.

English is the only language used at home, and no residents reported speaking little or no English, placing this area far below the national figures for language diversity.

Religious affiliation is relatively high, with 48.6% identifying as Christian. The 31.4% of people reporting no religion is well below the national figure of 38.9%.

About half of residents have completed Year 12, though this is well below the national average. There are no schools within 3 km of the area.

Typical weekly household income is $1,208, which is well below the national figure of $1,746. Personal weekly income is about $774, sitting around the middle for its level.

Health outcomes are generally positive, as no one requires help with daily activities. About 28.6% of residents have a long-term health condition, which is about the same as the national figure.

Volunteerism is very high at 29.6%, far above the national average of 14.1%. This is consistent with a high rate of people doing 15 or more hours of unpaid housework per week.

Most homes are occupied by couples without children, and there are no one-parent families. The typical home has 2.2 people, slightly lower than the national figure.

Rent is exceptionally low, with a typical weekly cost of $75, which is far below the national average of $375. People per bedroom is slightly above the national figure at 0.90.

The area is entirely without public transport, reporting zero stops, routes, or departures.

The population is very stable, with only 25% of people moving in the last five years, far below the national figure of 40.7%.

A high proportion of adults are working or looking for work at 70.4%, which is well above both the state and national figures.

The area's overall advantage score is 984, placing it higher than about 53% of similar areas.

The area is completely car-dependent, with a walkability score of 0.0. There are no groceries, health services, or schools within a 15-minute walk.

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