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Narraburra
123 km²
Much larger households than most similar areas define Narraburra, a small community of 70 people. It is a place where families are the norm, with nearly 75% of homes consisting of couples with children. The area is far older than the national average, yet it has a surprisingly high proportion of children under 15. This creates a distinct community of established adults and young families living in large, detached houses.
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The typical resident is 47, making the area far older than the rest of Australia. However, children under 15 make up 24.3% of the population, which is well above the national figure of 18.2%.
The community is almost entirely Australian-born, with no residents born overseas. Common ancestries include Australian (54.3%) and English (48.6%).
English is the only language used at home, with 0.0% of people using another language. This is far below the state and national averages.
Christianity is the most common faith at 62.9%. Those with no religion make up 28.6%, which is well below the national figure of 38.9%.
Educational qualifications are lower than most areas, with only 10.9% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. Many residents hold a Certificate III or IV.
Weekly incomes are well below the national average, with the typical household earning $1,343. No one in the area earns $2,000 or more per week.
Long-term health conditions are much more common here than elsewhere, affecting 34.3% of people. Arthritis and mental health are the most reported conditions.
Volunteering is well above the national average at 18.2%. However, fewer people provide unpaid childcare or housework compared to most other areas.
There are no Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people recorded here, which is lower than most similar areas.
Homes are larger than usual, with 3.0 people per household. Couples with children make up 74.5% of families, and very few people live alone.
Every home in the area is a separate house, and 47.6% are owned outright. While typical mortgage payments are a little above the national figure, no one here rents.
The area is entirely car-dependent, as there are no public transport stops or routes. Most homes have two or more vehicles.
The population is very stable, with only 4.3% of people moving in the last five years, which is far below the national average.
A high proportion of adults are working or looking for work, and unemployment is 0.0%. Many locals work in agriculture, forestry, and fishing.
The area is completely car-dependent, with no shops, schools, or health services within a 15-minute walk.
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