Statistical Area 2 (SA2) · Area profile
Whitlam
3 km²
A typical resident of Whitlam is just 27, making it one of the youngest areas in the region. This sparsely populated spot is far younger than the national figure, with a tiny population of just 7 people. The community is defined by unusually large households and high mortgage payments, creating a distinct contrast with its very low typical incomes. It is a small, quiet pocket of the Australian Capital Territory.
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The area is far younger than the rest of the territory and the nation, with a typical age of 27. Its total population is very small, consisting of only 7 people.
The most common country of birth is Australia at 57%, ahead of India (57%).
The most common language used at home is Punjabi at 100%, ahead of English only (0%).
The most common religious affiliation is Other religions at 100%, ahead of Christianity (0%).
There are 10 schools within 3 km, though this is smaller than about 74% of similar areas.
Typical weekly incomes are among the lowest at this level, with family and household incomes at $900 and personal income at $75, all of which are far below the national and territory figures.
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, which is among the smallest counts for this level.
Homes here are far more crowded than usual, with 6.0 people per home, a figure far above the national and territory average of 2.5.
Crowding is high with 1.50 people per bedroom, which is far above the national figure. This is alongside typical monthly home-loan payments of $2,750, which are well above those in the territory and Australia.
While the drive to the city is short at 10 minutes, transit takes 63 minutes. There are 9 public transport stops and 1 route, providing a very high number of departures per 1,000 people.
The area has 118 businesses and a population estimate of 1,632, both of which are among the smallest for this level.
Annual rainfall is 805mm, which is a little below the territory average. The minimum temperature is 6.9 degrees, which is a little above the territory figure.
The area is mostly car-dependent with a walkability score of 3.2, far below the territory's 6.9. No homes are within a 15-minute walk of groceries, health services, or schools.