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Pitnacree
3 km²
A tiny population of just 48 people defines Pitnacree, where a small number of households live in a largely rural setting. The community is noticeably older than the national average and has a strong First Nations presence. High weekly incomes are a standout feature, making it one of the wealthiest areas for its level. This is a quiet, car-dependent place where most residents work full-time and enjoy a high standard of living.
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The typical resident is 45, which is noticeably older than the national figure of 38. There are no children under 15 living here, and the area has a much higher proportion of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people (8.3%) than the state average.
The population is entirely Australian-born, with no residents born overseas. English, Australian, and Irish are the most common ancestries.
English is the only language spoken at home, which is far below the national figure for language diversity.
Three quarters of the community identify as Christian, while those with no religion make up 27.1%, a figure far below the national average.
Education levels are among the lowest for similar areas, with no residents holding a bachelor degree and only 16.3% completing Year 12. Most qualified adults hold a Certificate III or IV.
Incomes are very high here; the typical weekly family income is $3,249, which is well above the national figure of $2,120. Typical personal weekly incomes are also much higher than the state and national averages.
About 10.4% of people need help with daily activities, which is well above the national average. Long-term health conditions, particularly diabetes and arthritis, are slightly more common than elsewhere.
Participation in unpaid work is much lower than most areas, with only 15.2% doing significant housework. There are currently no recorded volunteers in the community.
First Nations residents in Pitnacree are far older and earn significantly more than those in the rest of the state, with a typical personal income of $900 per week.
Homes are larger than usual, with an average of 3.1 people per household. Most families consist of couples with children.
Rental prices are a little above the national figure at $450 a week, and typical monthly home-loan payments are about the same as the national average.
The area is highly car-dependent, with no public transport stops or routes available. Around 26.3% of the workforce operates from home, which is well above the national figure.
About a third of the population has moved into the area in the last five years, a rate that is well below the state and national averages.
Employment is very strong, with a 0.0% unemployment rate and 76.1% of adults working or looking for work. Many residents work in agriculture, forestry, or construction.
The area is mostly car-dependent with a low walkability score of 3.4. Residents have very limited access to health services and parks within a 15-minute walk compared to the state average.
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