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Mogriguy
94 km²
A vast landscape of 93.7 square kilometres, Mogriguy is a sparsely populated rural area in the Dubbo region. This community is noticeably older than the national average, with a typical resident aged 44. It is a place of stability, where almost everyone was born in Australia and very few people have moved in the last five years. With a strong focus on family and land, the area is almost entirely made up of detached houses.
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First Nations people make up 10.7% of the population, which is well above the national figure. The area has few children, with only 11.5% under the age of 15, and more people in de facto relationships than in most other similar areas.
The community is almost entirely Australian-born, with no overseas births reported. The most common ancestries are Australian, English, and Irish.
English is the only language used at home, and there are no residents who speak little or no English, which is far below the state and national figures.
About 62% of residents identify as Christian, while 33.6% report having no religion, a figure that is about the same as the state average.
Educational attainment is much lower than in most areas, with only 2.9% of adults holding a bachelor degree. Many residents finished school at Year 10, and those with qualifications often hold certificates in agriculture or engineering.
Typical household income is $1,583 a week, which is a little below the national figure. High earners are rare here, with no one earning $2,000 or more per week.
Long-term health conditions are much more common here than elsewhere, affecting 36.1% of people. Asthma and mental health issues are the most frequently reported conditions.
A high proportion of residents provide unpaid care, and 6.9% have served in the Defence Force, which is well above the national average. More people spend 15 or more hours on housework compared to the state average.
There are 13 First Nations people in the area, who are noticeably older than those in other parts of the state. Their typical household income is $900, which is far below the national average.
Homes here are larger than usual, with 2.7 people per home and a high percentage of couples with children. Very few people live alone compared to the rest of Australia.
The area is dominated by detached houses, 90.5% of which are separate dwellings. Renting is rare, and those with a mortgage pay a typical monthly amount of $956, which is far below the national figure.
Every single home has at least one motor vehicle, and no one uses public transport to get to work. About 24% of the workforce works from home.
The population is very stable, with only 23.8% of residents moving house in the last five years, a figure far below the national average.
The workforce is very active, with 73.5% of adults working or looking for work and no one currently unemployed. Many residents work in agriculture, forestry, fishing, or construction.
The area is completely car-dependent, with a walkability score of zero. There are no shops, schools, or health services within a 15-minute walk.
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