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Minore
87 km²
A strong First Nations presence defines Minore, where 12.4% of the population identifies as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, well above the national figure. This rural community is predominantly made up of families with children, which helps explain why homes are larger and more crowded than in most areas. The typical resident is 41, and the neighborhood is characterized by a high rate of home ownership and a workforce heavily focused on trades and construction.
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The area has a significant First Nations population and a higher share of children under 15 than most areas. De facto relationships are much more common here than across the state, while the proportion of seniors is well below the national figure.
Most residents were born in Australia, and the number of people born overseas is far below the state and national averages. Those with overseas ancestry most commonly cite English, Irish, or Scottish roots.
English is the primary language for almost everyone, with the share of people using another language at home being far below the national average. There are virtually no residents who speak little or no English.
Religious affiliation is common here, and the share of people reporting no religion is far below the national and state figures. Christianity is the most prominent faith.
Educational attainment is much lower than in most areas, with a far lower share of adults holding a bachelor degree or finishing Year 12 compared to the state. Many adults hold a Certificate III or IV.
Typical weekly household and personal incomes are slightly above the national figures. Higher-earning households are more common here than in many similar areas.
Long-term health conditions are slightly less common than the national average. Asthma is the most frequently reported condition, affecting 9.8% of the population.
Unpaid care is a major part of local life; the share of people caring for children or providing other unpaid care is much higher than in most areas.
First Nations residents in Minore earn significantly more than the national average, with a typical personal income of $900. The typical age for this group is 29, which is noticeably older than the national figure.
Homes here are larger than usual, with an average of 2.8 people per dwelling. The community is dominated by couples with children, while one-parent families and people living alone are far less common than in most areas.
Every single home in the area is a separate house, and most have three or more bedrooms. Renting is very rare, as 40% of homes are owned outright and 47.7% are held with a mortgage.
The area is entirely dependent on cars, with no one using public transport to commute. Almost every home has a motor vehicle, and many have four or more.
The population is relatively stable, with a far lower share of people moving into the area in the last five years compared to the state or national averages.
Job activity is high, with a much larger share of adults working or looking for work than in most areas. Many residents work full-time in construction, public administration, or agriculture.
The area is completely car-dependent, with no shops, parks, schools, or health services within a 15-minute walk for any resident.
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