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Berrico
83 km²
A car-dependent lifestyle defines Berrico, where there are no shops, parks, or schools within walking distance. This sparsely populated area is far older than the national average, with a typical resident aged 55. The community is well-qualified and generally well-off, though it has a very small population of just 33 people. The landscape is hilly, contributing to a feeling of isolation from urban amenities.
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The area is far older than most, with 30.3% of residents aged 65 or over compared to 17.2% nationally. Children under 15 are rare here, making up only 9.1% of the population.
About 15.2% of residents were born overseas, which is higher than in most similar areas, though far below the New South Wales figure of 29.3%.
English is the only language used at home, and no one in the community speaks little or no English.
About 39.4% of people report no religion, which is about the same as the national figure.
Residents are highly qualified, with 33.3% holding a bachelor degree or higher, well above the national average of 26.3%.
Typical family weekly income is $2,499, which is a little above the national figure, although typical personal income is a little below at $695.
Long-term health conditions are a little above the national figure at 30.3%, but no one reported needing help with daily activities.
Volunteering is common here, with 22.2% of people volunteering, which is well above the national rate of 14.1%.
There are no Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people living here.
Homes are smaller than usual, with 2.2 people per home compared to the national figure of 2.5.
Mortgage costs are high, with a typical monthly home-loan payment of $2,383, which is well above the Australian average of $1,863.
There are no public transport routes or stops serving the area.
About 35.5% of people moved to the area in the last five years, which is well below the national figure of 40.7%.
The number of adults working or looking for work is very low at 37.0%, far below the national rate of 61.1%.
The area is completely car-dependent, with a walkability score of 0.0 and no amenities, schools, or health services within a 15-minute walk.
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