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Ruby Creek
29 km²
Sparsely populated and tucked away in the Tenterfield region, Ruby Creek is a small rural community of just 65 people. It is an older area where the typical resident is 58, far older than the national figure of 38. The town is defined by a high proportion of seniors and a strong sense of independence, with a large number of residents owning their homes outright. This quiet setting is reflected in the lack of local shops or services, making it a place where life moves slowly and revolves around the home.
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The community is far older than the state and national averages, with 30.8% of people aged 65 and over. Children under 15 make up only 9.2% of the population, which is much lower than most similar areas.
Most residents were born in Australia, and those with English, Australian, Scottish, or Irish ancestry make up the vast majority of the community.
English is the only language used at home, with no residents reporting the use of another language, a figure far below the New South Wales average.
A majority of people here report having no religion, at 56.9%, which is far above the national figure of 38.9%.
Education levels are among the lowest for similar areas, with no residents holding a bachelor degree or higher and only 20.7% completing Year 12.
Incomes are well below the national average, with a typical weekly household earning $1,291 and no households earning $3,000 or more per week.
Long-term health conditions are more common here than in most areas, particularly mental health conditions, which affect 13.8% of residents.
Community spirit is high, with nearly 30% of people volunteering and 22.8% providing unpaid care, far above the state and national averages.
There are no Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people recorded in this area.
Half of the households consist of couples without children, and there are very few one-parent families compared to other areas.
Every home in Ruby Creek is a separate house, and 50% are owned outright, which is far above the national average of 31%.
The area is entirely car-dependent, as there are no public transport stops or routes available, and every home has at least one motor vehicle.
The population is very stable, with only 15.4% of people moving into the area in the last five years, far below the national average of 40.7%.
Only 54.4% of adults are working or looking for work, and those who are employed often work in education, construction, or other services.
There are no shops, schools, or parks within walking distance, resulting in a walkability score of 0.0.
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