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Menindee
13,316 km²
A far higher proportion of people identify as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander in Menindee than in most other similar areas. This community is older than the national average, with a typical resident aged 50 and over a quarter of the population being seniors. It is a small, largely residential area where many people live alone or in one-parent families, often facing significant financial challenges. These factors combine to create a unique rural profile defined by a strong First Nations presence and an ageing population.
Menindee is well supplied with schools for its relatively small share of children.
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The area is far older than the rest of Australia, with a typical age of 50 and a high proportion of seniors. Children under 15 make up only 14.5%, which is well below the national figure.
Most residents were born in Australia, and the proportion of people born overseas is far below the state and national averages. Common ancestries include Australian, English, Scottish, and Irish.
English is the primary language here, with only 0.7% of people using another language at home. This is far below the figures for New South Wales and Australia.
People with no religion make up 41.2% of the community, which is well above the state average. Christianity is the next most common affiliation at 37.6%.
Educational qualifications are much lower than in most areas, with only 23.2% of residents completing Year 12. This is far below the national figure of 58.8%.
Typical incomes are among the lowest in the region, with a typical household earning $885 a week. This is far below the national figure of $1,746.
About 29.6% of residents have a long-term health condition, and a higher than usual number of people need help with daily activities.
Participation in unpaid work is much lower than in most areas, including child care, housework, and general volunteering.
First Nations people are a significant part of the community, though they face a much higher unemployment rate of 23.8% compared to the national average.
Single-person households are very common, with 40% of people living alone. There is also a far higher proportion of one-parent families compared to the state and nation.
Most people live in separate houses, and a high number own their homes outright. Typical weekly rent is $184, which is far below the national figure.
While the area has a high number of public transport stops per person, it is largely car-dependent, with 14.9% of homes having no motor vehicle.
The population is very stable, with far fewer people moving in the last five years compared to the rest of New South Wales.
A high proportion of the workforce is employed full-time, though the overall number of adults working or looking for work is among the lowest for its level. Many work in agriculture, education, or food services.
The area is mostly car-dependent, as many homes are far from groceries, health services, and schools compared to the state average.
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