Statistical Area 2 (SA2) · Area profile
Mitchell
7 km²
The typical resident in Mitchell is 44, making the area far older than the ACT average. This is a sparsely populated place with only seven people, though it serves as a hub for 696 businesses. It is a very walkable area with high access to groceries and transport, but it remains largely non-residential in character.
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The population has remained steady at seven people since 2011. While residents are noticeably older than the national average, the typical age has fallen by 13 years since 2011.
The most common country of birth is Australia at 0%, ahead of England (0%).
The most common language used at home is Mandarin at 43%, ahead of English only (0%).
The most common religious affiliation is No religion at 86%, ahead of Not stated (86%).
There are 24 schools within 3 km, which is more than about 60% of similar areas.
Weekly incomes have fallen since 2011, with the typical household now earning $874 and the typical person earning $575. Both figures are far below the ACT and national averages.
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 here.
Homes in this area are very small, with only 1.5 people per home, a figure far below the ACT and national average of 2.5.
Weekly rent is $582, which is well above the national and state figures. There are very few people per bedroom, at 0.60, which is well below the national average.
The area is very well connected, with 13 public transport stops and a short 10-minute drive to the city. Most transit trips are made via light rail, which accounts for 62.3% of use.
The most common industries people work in is Other services at 100%, ahead of Agriculture, forestry & fishing (0%).
The area is largely industrial or commercial rather than residential, containing 696 businesses for a tiny population of eight people.
Annual rainfall is 780mm, a little below the ACT average. Average minimum temperatures are among the lowest for similar areas.
The area is very walkable, with 99.3% of homes within a 10-minute walk of public transport and 98.8% near groceries. However, almost no homes are within a 15-minute walk of a school.