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Rookwood Cemetery
3 km²
Very few people live in Rookwood Cemetery, making it one of the smallest residential areas at its level. The tiny population of just 3 people has shrunk by 63% since 2011. Those who remain are far older than the national average, with a typical age of 51. It is a sparsely populated, non-residential area that serves as a large cemetery space within the Cumberland region.
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The population is very small and aging, with the typical resident being 51 years old. This is far older than the typical person in New South Wales by 12 years.
The most common country of birth is Australia at 100%, ahead of England (0%).
The most common language used at home is English only at 100%, ahead of Mandarin (0%).
The most common religious affiliation is Christianity at 200%, ahead of No religion (0%).
The area is surrounded by many schools, with 52 located within 3 kilometres.
Typical weekly household and personal incomes are around the same as the national figure. However, typical household income fell by $959 since 2011.
The most common long-term health conditions reported is Arthritis at 0%, ahead of Asthma (0%).
There are no Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people living here.
There are about 2.5 people per home, which is about the same as the Australian average, though this is down from 3.5 in 2011.
Typical weekly rent is $243, which is far below the New South Wales figure. People per bedroom is also well below the state average at 0.70.
Public transport access is very high relative to the tiny population, with 22 stops and a short 3-minute walk to the nearest one. However, it takes much longer than most areas to reach the city by transit, taking 74 minutes.
The most common industries people work in is Other services at 75%, ahead of Agriculture, forestry & fishing (0%).
Economic activity is minimal, with only 3 businesses operating in the area.
Annual rainfall is far above the New South Wales average at 1,126mm. Temperatures are around the middle for the state, with a typical maximum of 24.4 degrees.
Most homes are within a short walk of public transport, parks, and health services. However, the area is far below the state average for grocery access, with no shops within a 15-minute walk.
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