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Melaleuca - Lexia

100 km²

A tiny, aging population defines Melaleuca - Lexia, where the typical resident is now 70 years old. The area is sparsely populated and largely non-residential, with its total population shrinking by 100% since 2011 to zero people. Despite the lack of residents, the data shows a trend toward much higher typical incomes compared to the national figure. It is a remote, car-dependent landscape far from the city centre.

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The area is sparsely populated, with the total population shrinking by 100% since 2011. Those who lived here have aged significantly; the typical resident is 70, which is far older than the national figure of 38.

There are 15 schools within 3 km of the area, though this is smaller than about 60% of similar areas.

Typical incomes are well above the national figure. Household income is much higher than most areas at $2,250 per week, and personal income is among the highest at this level at $1,249 per week.

There are no Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people living here, which is among the smallest counts at this level.

Homes here are smaller than usual, with 2.0 people per home, which is well below the Western Australian and national figures of 2.5.

With only 0.60 people per bedroom, this area is among the lowest at this level and well below the national figure of 0.80.

The area is very remote, with a 70-minute drive to the city. There are no public transport stops or routes, and no people can be reached by transit within 45 minutes.

There are no businesses operating here, and the population estimate is zero.

Annual rainfall is 644mm, which is far above the state average. The average maximum temperature of 25.6°C is higher than most areas, though a little below the state figure.

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

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