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Maddens Plains

16 km²

A very small population of just 8 people defines Maddens Plains. This sparsely populated area in the Wollongong region is a high-income pocket where residents earn far more than the national figure. It is a car-dependent own-pace community with a typical resident aged 40. The area is characterized by high property values and a remote feel, far removed from the urban bustle of the state's larger centres.

Maddens Plains's schools draw a community as advantaged as its high household incomes suggest.

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The typical resident is 40 years old, which is a little older than the national figure of 38.

The most common country of birth is Australia at 88%, ahead of England (0%).

The most common language used at home is English only at 75%, ahead of Mandarin (0%).

The most common religious affiliation is No religion at 63%, ahead of Not stated (38%).

The area has a school advantage score that is much higher than most similar areas, and there are 8 schools within 3 km.

Income levels are very high here; typical personal weekly earnings are $1,449, which is far above the national figure of $805.

The most common long-term health conditions reported is Arthritis at 0%, ahead of Asthma (0%).

There are 0 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people living here, a figure smaller than about 60% of similar areas.

With 2.5 people per home, household sizes are about the same as the New South Wales and national figures.

Renting is expensive in this area, with the typical weekly rent of $600 being far above the national figure of $375.

Residents rely on cars, as public transport departures are far below the state level and there are no public transport stops in the area.

The area is highly car-dependent with a walkability score of 0.7, far below the New South Wales average of 6.2.

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