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Hollydeen

19 km²

Tucked away in the Muswellbrook region of New South Wales, Hollydeen is a sparsely populated rural area with just 44 residents. The community is notably older than the national figure, with a typical resident aged 47. It is a place where traditional Australian roots are strong, and a significant proportion of the population identifies as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander. Many residents live in de facto relationships, contributing to a residential character that feels distinct from the state average.

Despite high local incomes, the area's schools serve a less advantaged intake.

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The area has a much higher proportion of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people than most areas, at 9.1%. It is an older community, with the typical resident aged 47, which is far older than the national figure of 38.

Almost everyone here was born in Australia, and the area has a much lower percentage of overseas-born residents than the state average. Those with Australian, English, Irish, or Scottish ancestry make up the vast majority of the population.

English is the only language used at home, which is far below the New South Wales figure where 26.6% of people use another language.

Nearly half of the residents (47.7%) report having no religion, a figure that is well above the national average of 38.9%.

Education levels are generally lower than in other areas, with only 20% of people completing Year 12, which is far below the national figure of 58.8%.

Typical family weekly incomes are $2,250, which is much higher than most similar areas. A fifth of the population earns $2,000 or more per week, well above the national figure.

Residents here report much better health than most areas, with no one needing help with daily activities and a lower rate of long-term health conditions than the state average.

Unpaid care is common here, as 22.5% of people provide unpaid care and 40% spend 15 or more hours on housework, both figures being far above the national average.

First Nations people in Hollydeen are noticeably younger than the national average, with a typical age of 20, and their typical personal income is far above the Australian figure.

Most homes are occupied by couples, and there are no one-parent families in the area, which is far below the national average of 14.1%.

Typical weekly rents are $275, which is well below the state figure. However, home-loan payments are a little above the national average at $2,167 a month.

The area is entirely car-dependent, as 80.8% of people drive to work and there are no public transport stops or routes available.

The population is very stable, with only 23.3% of people moving in the last five years, which is far below the national figure of 40.7%.

Employment is strong with an unemployment rate of 0.0% and 65% of adults working or looking for work. Most people work in retail trade, mining, or professional roles.

There are no shops, parks, or health services within a 15-minute walk, leaving the area completely car-dependent with a walkability score of 0.0.

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