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Belanglo
62 km²
Life is entirely dependent on cars in Belanglo, where no public transport exists and there are no shops or schools within walking distance. This sparsely populated area of just 22 people is quite wealthy, with typical personal incomes far above the national figure. It is a place of contrasts, where a high proportion of children live alongside a population that is far older than the state average. The community is mostly of English and Scottish descent and lives in a very remote setting.
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The population is far older than the state and national figures, with a typical age of 53. However, 22.7% are children under 15, which is much higher than most similar areas, while there are no residents aged 65 and over.
English ancestry is the most common at 63.6%, followed by Scottish at 40.9%. About 22.7% of residents were born overseas, which is much higher than in similar areas but well below the New South Wales average.
English is the only language used at home by 72.7% of the community. No residents speak a language other than English, a figure far below the state and national averages.
Christianity is the primary faith at 45.5%. Only 18.2% of residents report having no religion, which is far below the national figure.
There are no schools located within 3 km of the area.
Incomes are very high here, with typical personal weekly earnings of $1,625, which is far above the national figure of $805.
Long-term health conditions are common, affecting 40.9% of people, which is far above the national average. However, no one reports needing help with daily activities or having a mental health condition.
No residents have served in the Defence Force, which is a little below the state and national figures.
There are no Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people living in the area.
Homes typically hold 2.5 people, which is about the same as the Australian average.
Monthly home-loan payments are very high at $3,150, far above the national figure. There are fewer people per bedroom than in most other areas.
The area is extremely remote, with a 164-minute drive to the city and no public transport routes or stops available.
The most common industries people work in is Agriculture, forestry & fishing at 88%, ahead of Professional & technical (50%).
The area is completely car-dependent with a walkability score of 0.0. No homes are within a 15-minute walk of groceries, health services, or schools, and the terrain is steeper than the state average.
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