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Bundemar
456 km²
Far more children live here than in the rest of the country, making Bundemar a distinct family-focused community. With 34.2% of the population under 15, it is a place where nearly half the adults are caring for children. The small population of 38 people is primarily made up of married couples with children, and the area is very traditional in its outlook. Residents are generally well-off and highly employed, creating a stable but secluded rural pocket in New South Wales.
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Children make up 34.2% of the population, which is far above the national figure of 18.2%. Seniors are also well represented at 23.7%, while the typical resident is 41 years old.
The community is entirely Australian-born, with no residents born overseas. Those with listed ancestry identify mostly as Australian, English, Irish, or Scottish.
English is the only language used at home, which is far below the state and national figures for linguistic diversity.
Religious affiliation is very high here, with 86.8% identifying as Christian and no one reporting no religion, which is far below the national average.
Residents are well qualified, with 28.6% holding a bachelor degree or higher and 57.1% having completed Year 12.
Typical incomes are much higher than in most similar areas, with a typical personal weekly income of $1,041, well above the state figure of $813.
The community is in good health, with no residents needing help with daily activities and a long-term health rate of 26.3%, slightly below the national figure.
Unpaid work is common here; 46.4% of people care for children and 35.7% do significant housework, both far above national levels. Volunteers are also more common than usual at 21.4%.
There are no Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people living here, which is smaller than about 60% of similar areas.
Families are larger than usual, with 3.1 people per home, and the vast majority are couples with children.
Homes are slightly more crowded than average with 0.9 people per bedroom, though typical monthly home-loan payments of $1,084 are far below the state average.
The area is entirely dependent on cars, as there are no public transport stops or routes available.
About 34.3% of the population moved here in the last five years, which is well below the national figure of 40.7%.
Employment is very strong, with a 0.0% unemployment rate and 71.4% of adults working or looking for work, far above the national figure.
The area is completely car-dependent, with no shops, schools, or parks within a 15-minute walk.
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