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Reno
89 km²
Set in a rural landscape, Reno is a small New South Wales community with a population of 131. It is a remarkably young area where children under 15 make up 26% of the people, and the typical resident is only 35. This family-oriented character is clear in the high number of couples with children and the prevalence of large homes. It is a predominantly Australian-born community with a significant First Nations presence.
Despite high local incomes, the area's schools serve a less advantaged intake.
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The community is notably young, with a typical age of 35 and a high proportion of children. About 8.4% of residents are Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, which is well above the state and national figures. De facto relationships are also far more common here than in most other areas.
The population is almost entirely born in Australia, with no overseas births reported. Ancestry is predominantly Australian and English, with smaller groups of Irish, German, and Scottish heritage.
English is the only language spoken at home, meaning there are no residents who speak another language or struggle with English. This is far below the state and national averages.
About 64.1% of people identify as Christian. Those with no religion make up 22.9%, which is far below the national figure of 38.9%.
Educational qualifications are much lower than the state average, with only 11.5% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. Only 33% of residents completed Year 12, which is far below the national figure.
Typical weekly family income is $2,250 and personal income is $870, both of which are higher than most areas. However, very few people earn $2,000 or more a week, far below the state average.
This is a very healthy community, with only 16% of people having a long-term health condition, far below the national average of 27.7%. No residents reported needing help with daily activities.
Local participation is high, with 16.7% of people volunteering and 26% doing significant unpaid housework. A higher number of residents have served in the Defence Force compared to most other areas.
There are 11 First Nations people in the area, and they are far younger than the state average with a typical age of 15. Typical personal income for this group is $399, which is well below the national figure.
Homes are larger than usual, with an average of 2.9 people per household. Most families consist of couples with children, though people living alone are slightly more common here than in the state average.
Separate houses make up 79.1% of the market, and over 80% of homes have three or more bedrooms. Typical weekly rent is $220, which is far below the state and national figures.
The area is entirely car-dependent, with every home owning at least one motor vehicle. No one commutes via public transport, and there are no public transport stops in the area.
The population is very stable, with only 22.7% of people moving in the last five years. This is far below the national figure of 40.7%.
Unemployment is non-existent at 0.0%. Local jobs are spread across agriculture, manufacturing, and accommodation, with labourers and managers being the most common roles.
Reno is completely car-dependent, with a walkability score of 0.0. There are no parks, schools, shops, or health services within a 15-minute walk for any resident.
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