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Neurea

122 km²

A typical resident of Neurea is far older than the national average at 51 years. This sparsely populated area of 129 people is a stable, older community where very few people have moved in recently. It is a predominantly Australian-born population with high levels of home ownership and a strong connection to the land. The area feels distinctly rural, with a small number of children and a workforce heavily involved in agriculture and management.

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The community is older than most, with a typical age of 51 and 21.7% of people aged 65 or over. This is well above the national figure of 17.2%. Children under 15 make up only 8.5% of the population, which is well below the state and national figures of 18.2%.

People born overseas make up just 2.3% of the population, far below the national average of 27.7%. Most residents claim Australian, English, or Scottish ancestry.

English is the only language used at home for 92.2% of residents. No one in the community uses another language at home, which is far below the national figure of 22.3%.

Christianity is the primary religion here, with 57.4% of residents identifying as such. Those with no religion make up 25.6%, which is far below the national figure of 38.9%.

Education levels are higher than in most similar areas, with 19.1% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. Many residents have completed Year 12, though this is slightly below the state average of 58.9%.

Typical weekly personal income is $974, which is a little above the national figure of $805. Household incomes are also higher than typical for similar areas, with a typical weekly family income of $2,250.

While 28.7% of people have a long-term health condition, no one in the community needs help with daily activities. This is well below the national average of 5.8%.

Unpaid care is more common here than in most areas, with 13.9% of people providing support. However, volunteering rates are much lower than usual at 13%.

There are 6 First Nations people in Neurea. This group is noticeably older than the national average at 31 years and earns a typical personal income of $1,625, which is far above the national figure of $540.

Most homes are shared by couples, with 61.4% including children and 37.6% without. Only 7.9% of families are one-parent households, which is well below the national average of 14.1%.

Homes are mostly separate houses, and 42.6% are owned outright, far above the national figure of 31%. Renting is very rare at 6.4%, and typical weekly rent is far below the national average at $185.

The area is entirely car-dependent, with 0% of people using public transport and no public transport stops available. Most homes have two or more vehicles.

The population is very stable, with only 15.7% of people moving in the last five years. This is far below the national figure of 40.7%.

Job activity is very high, with 67% of adults working or looking for work. Full-time employment is far above the national average at 75%, with many people working in agriculture, education, or management.

Neurea is completely car-dependent, with no shops, parks, or health services within a 15-minute walk. The walkability score is 0.0, far below the state average.

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