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Daroobalgie

198 km²

A smaller population of just 88 people makes Daroobalgie a sparsely populated rural area. This is a noticeably young community, where the typical resident is 36 and children under 15 make up over a quarter of the population. Most residents are Australian-born, and the area is characterised by a strong connection to the land and a very high rate of full-time employment. Large family homes and a high proportion of managers and professionals define the local character.

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The area is much younger than most, with a typical age of 36 and a high proportion of children (26.1%). It also has a First Nations population of 5.7%, which is a little above the New South Wales figure of 3.4%.

Daroobalgie is almost entirely Australian-born, with no residents born overseas, a figure far below the national average of 27.7%. Most people identify as Australian, English, or Irish.

English is the only language used at home by 90.9% of residents. No one in the community speaks a language other than English, which is far below the national figure of 22.3%.

Christianity is the main faith here at 68.2%. Only 18.2% of people report having no religion, which is far below the national average of 38.9%.

Education levels are much lower than most areas, with only 4.5% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. The most common qualification is a Certificate III or IV, held by 51.4% of residents.

Typical incomes are quite strong, with a typical household earning $2,049 a week, which is a little above the New South Wales figure. This is consistent with a high proportion of managers in the local workforce.

While very few people need help with daily activities, 12.5% of residents have a mental health condition, which is well above the national figure of 8.8%.

Volunteering is common here, with 17.9% of people helping out, which is well above the national figure. About 28.4% of residents provide unpaid childcare, higher than most areas.

First Nations households in the area earn $4,750, a figure far above the New South Wales average of $1,558. The typical age for First Nations residents is 23.

Homes here are larger than usual, with 2.6 people per household. While 65.3% of families are couples with children, 34.4% of people live alone, which is well above the national average.

Every home in Daroobalgie is a separate house, and 90.6% have three or more bedrooms. Typical monthly home loan payments are $2,442, which is well above the national figure.

The area is entirely car-dependent, with every home owning at least one vehicle. There are no public transport stops or routes serving the community.

About 31.6% of the population moved house in the last five years, which is well below the New South Wales figure of 39.9%.

Employment is very strong, with a 0.0% unemployment rate and 69.6% of the workforce in full-time roles. Many residents work in agriculture, forestry, and fishing.

The area is highly car-dependent with a walkability score of 0.2. There are no shops, schools, or health services within a 15-minute walk.

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