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Mororo

88 km²

A small population of 115 people defines Mororo, making it smaller than over half of the similar areas in the region. This is a predominantly family-oriented community where the typical resident is 44 and nearly 68% of homes are couples with children. It stands out for its high rate of de facto relationships and a strong culture of unpaid care and volunteering. The area is rural and car-dependent, with a workforce heavily involved in agriculture and construction.

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The typical resident is 44, which is noticeably older than the national figure. While the area has a much higher proportion of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people than most similar areas, the number of seniors is well below the state and national averages.

People born overseas make up 18.3% of the population, which is higher than most similar areas but still well below the national figure. Most residents claim Australian, English, Irish or Scottish ancestry.

English is the primary language here, with only 2.6% of people using another language at home. This is far below the state and national figures, and no residents report speaking little or no English.

About 39.1% of residents have no religion, a figure that is about the same as the national average and well above the state figure. Christianity is the most common religious affiliation at 44.3%.

Education levels are lower than most similar areas, with only 12.2% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher, which is far below the state and national figures. Many residents hold a Certificate III or IV.

Typical weekly household income is $1,624, which is a little below the state and national figures. Only 10.3% of households earn $3,000 or more a week, which is far below the national average.

Residents face more health challenges than most similar areas, with 31.3% having a long-term health condition. Mental health conditions are also well above the state and national figures.

This community is exceptionally active in unpaid work; rates of unpaid childcare and housework are among the highest for its level and far above the national figures. Volunteering is also higher than in most similar areas.

First Nations residents are far older than the national average with a typical age of 53. However, their typical personal income is $325, which is among the lowest for similar areas.

Families tend to be larger than usual, with 2.7 people per home. Very few people live alone, and the number of one-parent families is well below the state and national figures.

Almost all residents live in separate houses, and 41% own their homes outright, which is far above the national figure. Renting is uncommon here, and typical monthly loan payments are well below the state average.

The area is entirely dependent on cars, with no one using public transport to commute. This is consistent with the fact that 25.6% of homes have four or more vehicles.

About 37.2% of the population moved in the last five years, though this is well below the national figure. There have been no recent arrivals from overseas.

More adults are working or looking for work compared to most similar areas, and there is no unemployment. Jobs are mainly in agriculture, construction and retail.

Mororo is heavily car-dependent, with a walkability score far below the state average. There are no groceries, health services or schools within a 15-minute walk.

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