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Cobramunga
105 km²
A small population of just 41 people defines Cobramunga, making it smaller than about 75% of similar areas. This is a family-oriented community where children under 15 make up a striking 29.3% of the population, far above the national figure. While the typical resident is noticeably older than the Australian average at 45, the high number of children means homes are often large. It is a very traditional Australian pocket with strong ties to the Defence Force and a high rate of volunteering.
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Children under 15 make up 29.3% of the population, which is far above the national figure of 18.2%. The typical resident is 45, making the community noticeably older than both the state and national averages.
The community is almost entirely Australian-born, with 87.8% born here and no residents born overseas. This is far below the national figure of 27.7%.
English is the only language used at home, with 0.0% of people using another language. This is far below the national average of 22.3%.
Christianity is the main faith for 63.4% of residents. Those with no religion make up 24.4%, which is far below the national figure of 38.9%.
Educational qualifications are lower than most areas, with only 10.3% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. This is far below the national figure of 26.3%.
Incomes are much lower than most areas, with a typical weekly household income of $974. This is far below the national figure of $1,746.
Health challenges are common here; 31.7% of people have a long-term health condition, and 12.2% need help with daily activities, both of which are well above the national average.
Participation is very high, with 62.1% of people volunteering, far above the national figure of 14.1%. Additionally, 18.5% have served in the Defence Force, which is far above the state average.
There are no Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people living here, a figure that is smaller than about 60% of similar areas.
Half of all families are couples with children, which helps explain why there are 2.6 people per home, slightly above the national figure.
Rent is very low at a typical weekly cost of $80, far below the national figure. However, typical monthly home-loan payments are $2,513, which is well above the national average.
The area has no public transport routes or stops, making it far below the state average for accessibility.
The population is very stable, with 0.0% of people moving in the last five years, which is far below the national figure of 40.7%.
About 58.6% of adults are working or looking for work, which is about the same as the New South Wales average.
The area is entirely car-dependent, with a walkability score of 0.0. No homes are within a 15-minute walk of parks, schools, or groceries, far below the state average.
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