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Runnyford
47 km²
A remarkable 59.1% of residents volunteer their time in Runnyford, a figure far above the national average. This small community of just 28 people is notably older than most areas, with a typical age of 50. It is a highly qualified and affluent place, where many residents hold university degrees and earn well above the national figure. The area is mostly non-residential and car-dependent, acting as a quiet pocket of the Eurobodalla region.
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The community is far older than the state and national averages, with 21.4% of people aged 65 and over. Conversely, it is among the lowest areas for children, with no residents under the age of 15.
Most residents were born in Australia, though 14.3% were born overseas, which is higher than in similar areas. English is the most common ancestry after Australian.
About 10.7% of people use another language at home, which is much higher than most similar areas. Mandarin is the most common non-English language spoken.
The community is far more likely to have no religion than the national figure, with 53.6% of residents reporting no religious affiliation.
Runnyford is highly educated, with 40.9% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher, a figure far above the state and national averages.
Weekly personal incomes are among the highest at this level, with a typical income of $1,208, which is well above the national figure.
While no residents need help with daily activities, 10.7% report a mental health condition, which is a little above the national average.
Community spirit is high, with 59.1% of people volunteering and 36.4% spending 15 or more hours a week on unpaid housework.
There are no Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people living in this area, which is smaller than about 60% of similar areas.
Homes are smaller than usual, with only 2.0 people per home, and the area has a very high rate of one-parent families at 22.7%.
The typical monthly home-loan payment of $2,275 is much higher than in most similar areas.
There are no public transport stops or routes in the area, leaving residents entirely dependent on private vehicles.
The population is very mobile, with 60.7% of residents having moved house in the last five years, far above the national figure.
About 59.1% of adults are working or looking for work, which is about the same as the New South Wales average.
Runnyford is entirely car-dependent, with no shops, parks, or health services within a 15-minute walk and a walkability score of 0.0.
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