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Gibraltar Range

521 km²

A far higher proportion of people identify as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander in Gibraltar Range than in most other areas. The community is small and primarily made up of adults, with a notable absence of children and seniors. Many residents were born overseas, which is well above the national figure. This creates a unique, adult-centric population in a large rural landscape.

Household incomes here are high, yet Gibraltar Range's schools draw a notably less advantaged community.

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About 6.8% of the population are First Nations people, which is well above the national figure of 3.2%. The area is almost entirely adults, with no children under 15 and very few seniors.

Over a third of residents were born overseas, a rate well above the national figure of 27.7%. Vietnam, China, and New Zealand are common birthplaces for those born outside Australia.

English is the main language here, as no residents report using another language at home, which is far below the national figure.

No residents in this area identify with a religion, placing the community far below the national figure for those with no religion.

Education levels are far below the national figures, with no residents reporting a bachelor degree or the completion of Year 12.

Typical weekly household and personal incomes are $3,250, which is far above the national figure of $1,746.

The community reports very good health, with no residents needing help with daily activities or living with long-term health conditions.

Participation in unpaid work is very low, with no residents reporting they provide unpaid care, volunteer, or care for children.

There are 8 First Nations people in the area, and they are far older than most across Australia, with a typical age of 37.

Homes are very small, with a typical size of just 1.0 person, which is far below the national figure of 2.5.

The typical weekly rent is just $15, which is far below the national figure of $375.

There are 2 public transport stops, and 100% of homes are within a 10 minute walk of these bus services.

The population is very stable, with no one moving into the area or arriving from overseas in the last five years.

No adults in this community are currently working or looking for work, which is far below the national figure.

The area is car-dependent with a walkability score of 1.5, as no homes are within a 15 minute walk of groceries, health services, or schools.

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