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Torrens Island
9 km²
Daily life is extremely quiet in Torrens Island, a sparsely populated area that has seen its population shrink by 60% since 2011. With only 4 residents, it is now a tiny community where the typical resident is 64 years old. The area is essentially non-residential, with very few people and no local businesses, making it a far more isolated spot than most other parts of South Australia.
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The population is very small and has fallen from 10 people in 2011 to just 4. Those who remain are far older than the national average, with a typical age of 64.
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 100%, ahead of No religion (0%).
There are 5 schools within 3km, which is fewer than about 90% of similar areas.
Incomes are far below the national and state figures. The typical household earns $749 a week, while the typical person earns $450, although both figures have risen slightly since 2011.
The most common long-term health conditions reported is Arthritis at 0%, ahead of Asthma (0%).
There are no Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people living in this area.
Homes are very small in terms of occupancy, with only 1.3 people per home, which is far below the national figure of 2.5.
With 1.1 people per bedroom, this figure is well above the state and national averages of 0.8.
The area is very isolated with no public transport stops or routes. It takes 35 minutes to drive to the city, and public transport access is far below the state average.
There are no businesses operating here, and the total population estimate is only 5 people.
Annual rainfall is far above the South Australian average at 401mm. The average maximum temperature of 23.1 degrees is well below the state average.
This is a car-dependent area with a walkability score far below the state average. Residents have no access to groceries, health services, or schools within a 15-minute walk.
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