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Newton Boyd
589 km²
A very small population of just 21 people defines Newton Boyd. This sparse community is far older than the national average, with a typical resident aged 47. It is a place of modest means and high needs, where almost half the residents live with a long-term health condition. The community is almost entirely Australian-born and English-speaking, living in relatively large households compared to the rest of the state.
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The typical resident is 47, which is far older than the national figure of 38. While seniors make up 14.3% of the population, children under 15 are well represented at 23.8%, a figure much higher than most areas.
Everyone in this community was born in Australia, meaning the proportion of overseas-born residents is far below the national figure.
English is the only language used at home, which is far below the national average for linguistic diversity.
About 47.6% of residents identify as Christian, while 33.3% report having no religion, which is about the same as the state average.
No adults in the area hold a bachelor degree or higher, putting this community among the lowest in the country for this qualification.
Typical incomes are well below the state and national figures, with a typical personal weekly income of $325 and no one earning $2,000 or more per week.
Health needs are very high here, as 47.6% of people have a long-term health condition and 19% need help with daily activities, both of which are far above the national average.
Unpaid care is common, with 31.8% of people providing care and 36.4% doing significant housework, figures that are far above the national average.
There are no Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people living in this area.
Homes are larger than usual, with 3.1 people per home, which is a little above the national figure.
The typical monthly home loan payment of $771 is far below the national average, and there are more people per bedroom than in most other areas.
The area is entirely without public transport routes or stops.
The population is very stable, with no one moving into the area in the last five years.
About 54.5% of adults are working or looking for work, which is well below the national average.
The area is completely car-dependent, with no shops, schools, or health services within a 15-minute walk and a walkability score of zero.
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