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Marshdale
23 km²
A strong First Nations presence defines Marshdale, where 19.6% of the population identifies as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander. This small community is notably young and family-oriented, with children making up 21.7% of the population. It is a highly educated area, though it remains very rural and isolated. Residents here typically live in family homes and rely entirely on cars to get around.
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The area is far more diverse in its First Nations population than the state average. It is also younger than most similar areas, with a typical age of 42 and a very low proportion of seniors at 10.9%.
While 15.2% of residents were born overseas, this is far below the national figure. The most common ancestries are Australian, English, Irish, and Scottish.
English is the sole language spoken at home for 87% of residents, and no one reports speaking little or no English. This is far below the state and national averages for language diversity.
Religious affiliation is higher here than in most similar areas, with 45.7% identifying as Christian. Only 28.3% of people report having no religion, which is far below the national figure.
The community is highly qualified, with 40.6% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher, far above the national average. Most residents have completed Year 12, and qualifications are often in health, management, or education.
Family incomes are well above the national figure at $2,749 a week. However, typical household incomes are well below the state average at $1,375, and 43.8% of individuals earn under $650 a week.
Health challenges are more common here than in most areas, with 32.6% of people reporting a long-term health condition. This is reflected in the 10.9% of residents who need help with daily activities, which is well above the national average.
Unpaid care is very common, with 28.1% of people providing care and 50% doing significant housework. Additionally, 12.5% of residents have served in the Defence Force, which is far above the state average.
There are 9 First Nations people in the area. The typical personal income for this group is $575, and the typical age is 31, which is noticeably older than the state and national figures.
Most homes are family-based, with 51.4% being couples with children. Notably, there are no one-parent families in the area, which is far below the national average.
Rent is well below the national figure at $285 a week. However, home-loan payments are higher than most similar areas, typically costing $1,820 a month.
The area is completely car-dependent, with no one using public transport and no stops available. Working from home is common, with 29.2% of people doing so, which is well above the national figure.
The population is quite mobile, with 44.1% of residents having moved in the last five years, which is well above the state and national averages.
Fewer people are working or looking for work here than in most areas, at 56.3%. Common industries include construction, agriculture, and retail.
The area is entirely car-dependent with a walkability score of 0.0. There are no grocery stores, health services, or parks within a 15-minute walk for any home.
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