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Baryulgil
1 km²
Baryulgil is a sparsely populated area with a small community of just 20 people. The population is far older than the national average, with a typical resident aged 49 and nearly half the community being seniors. It is a predominantly First Nations community where 80% of residents identify as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander. This distinct identity is reflected in a community that is largely Australian-born and deeply rooted in the area.
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This is an older community with no children under 15 and a typical resident aged 49, which is far older than the national figure of 38. Seniors make up 45% of the population, a figure far above the Australian average of 17.2%.
The population is entirely Australian-born, with 0% born overseas, which is far below the national figure of 27.7%.
A quarter of residents use a language other than English at home, which is a little above the national figure of 22.3%.
People with no religion make up 45% of the community, which is well above the national figure of 38.9%.
There is one government primary school in the area, though the average school size and school advantage scores are among the lowest at this level.
Incomes are among the lowest at this level, with the typical weekly family income of $1,024 falling far below the national figure of $2,120.
Health challenges are common here, with 45% of people living with a long-term health condition and 35% needing help with daily activities, both of which are far above the national average of 5.8%.
First Nations people make up 80% of the population, with a typical age of 54 and a typical personal income of $350, which is well below the national figure of $540.
Homes here are larger than most, with an average of 3.4 people per home, well above the national figure of 2.5.
The density within homes is slightly higher than usual, with 0.90 people per bedroom, which is a little above the national figure of 0.80.
The area lacks public transport, with no stops or routes available, putting it far below the state average.
The community is relatively stable, with only 25% of people moving in the last five years, far below the national figure of 40.7%.
Baryulgil is car-dependent with a very low walkability score, as there are no parks, shops or health services within a 15-minute walk, although every home is within walking distance of the school.
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