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Gunningrah
85 km²
Deep in the Snowy Monaro Regional area, Gunningrah is a sparsely populated rural setting with just 26 residents. This is a remarkably young community where children under 15 make up 38.5% of the population, far above the national figure. The area is largely non-residential and car-dependent, with no local shops, schools, or public transport. It is a place of high typical incomes and a strong First Nations presence, which together shape its distinctive rural character.
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The community is noticeably younger than most, with a typical age of 34 and no residents aged 65 or over. Children under 15 make up 38.5% of the population, which is far above the state and national figures.
Everyone in the community was born in Australia, which is far below the national average for overseas births. The most common ancestries are English, Australian, Scottish and Irish.
While everyone was born in Australia, 26.9% of residents use another language at home, which is well above the national figure. However, no one in the area speaks little or no English.
Christianity is the most common faith at 65.4%. Those reporting no religion make up 26.9%, which is well below the state and national figures.
There are no schools within 3 km of this area.
Typical incomes are among the highest at this level, with typical weekly family and household incomes reaching $2,750, which is well above the national figure.
Residents are in good health, as 15.4% have a long-term health condition, far below the national rate of 27.7%. No one reported needing help with daily activities or having a mental health condition.
First Nations people make up 15.4% of the population, far above the state and national figures. This group is far younger than the usual First Nations resident, with a typical age of 15.
Homes are large, with 3.4 people per home, well above the national average. One-parent families are very common at 31.8%, which is far above the state and national figures.
Typical weekly rent is $400, which is about the same as the national figure. There are 0.8 people per bedroom, a little below the state average.
The area is entirely without public transport, with no routes or stops serving the community.
The population is quite mobile, with 43.5% of residents having moved in the last five years, which is well above the state average.
The most common industries people work in is Agriculture, forestry & fishing at 35%, ahead of Mining (0%).
Gunningrah is completely car-dependent, with a walkability score of 0.0 and no shops, parks, or health services within a 15-minute walk.
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