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Comerong Island

14 km²

A tiny, secluded population of just 19 people defines Comerong Island. This is a very old community where the typical resident is 67, making it far older than the national figure. Most people here enjoy a high level of personal income, which is well above the state and national averages. It is a quiet, residential pocket in the Shoalhaven region where small households and low mortgage payments are the norm.

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The area is sparsely populated with only 19 residents. It is an exceptionally old community, with a typical age of 67, which is far older than the same figure for New South Wales and Australia.

The most common country of birth is Australia at 74%, ahead of England (0%).

The most common language used at home is English only at 63%, ahead of Mandarin (0%).

The most common religious affiliation is Christianity at 47%, ahead of No religion (32%).

There are two schools within 3 km, which is more than about 66% of similar areas. These are both government primary schools.

Personal incomes are much higher than most similar areas and well above the national figure. Typical weekly family and household incomes are also higher than most similar areas, though they remain about the same as the state and national figures.

The most common long-term health conditions reported is Arthritis at 26%, ahead of Diabetes (21%).

There are no Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people living here, a figure that is smaller than about 60% of similar areas.

Households are small, with 1.9 people per home. This is well below the figures for both New South Wales and Australia.

Homes are spacious with only 0.50 people per bedroom, which is among the lowest for this level. Typical monthly home-loan payments are $1,381, well below the state and national figures.

The area is very remote, with a drive time to the city of 146 minutes. There are no public transport routes or stops, meaning a walk to the nearest stop would take 77 minutes.

The most common industries people work in is Public administration & safety at 75%, ahead of Construction (63%).

The area is entirely car-dependent with a walkability score of 0.0. No homes are within a 15-minute walk of groceries, health services, or schools, as there are no such amenities available on foot.

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