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Stanbridge
73 km²
A high number of children makes Stanbridge a notably young community compared to other similar areas. While the typical resident is 38, nearly 30% of the population are children under 15, which is far above the national figure. This family-heavy character is balanced by a significant number of people living alone. Situated in the Leeton region, it is a mostly residential area where a large portion of the workforce is employed in agriculture and manufacturing.
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Children under 15 make up 29.9% of the population, which is far above the New South Wales and national figures of 18.2%. The typical resident is 38, making the area much younger than most similar places.
The area is predominantly Australian-born, with only 8.3% of people born overseas, a figure far below the national average of 27.7%. Common ancestries include Australian, English, and Irish.
While English is the main language, 11.8% of people use another language at home, which is much higher than in similar areas. Punjabi is the most common second language at 5.4%.
Religious ties are stronger here than in similar areas, as the proportion of people with no religion is among the lowest at 18.1%, far below the national figure of 38.9%.
Education levels are much lower than most areas, with only 6.1% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. This is far below the national average of 26.3%.
Typical household incomes are well below the national figure, with the usual weekly amount being $1,125. Weekly family income is also lower than most areas at $1,562.
About 25% of residents have a long-term health condition, which is a little below the national figure of 27.7%. Arthritis and diabetes are the most common reports.
Volunteer rates are much lower than most areas at 10.2%. However, a higher proportion of residents have served in the Defence Force compared to the state average.
First Nations people make up 3.9% of the population. This group is far younger than the state average, with a typical age of just 12 years.
Families with children are common, yet 32.8% of people live alone, which is well above the national figure of 25.6%.
The area consists almost entirely of separate houses, and 41% are owned outright. Typical weekly rent is much lower than most areas at $175.
The community is heavily reliant on cars, as 0% of people commute by public transport. There are no public transport stops in the area.
The population is very stable, with only 20.4% of people moving in the last five years, which is far below the national figure of 40.7%.
Full-time employment is well above the national average at 63.8%, and many residents work in agriculture or manufacturing. However, fewer adults are working or looking for work compared to most areas.
The area is entirely car-dependent with a walkability score of 0.0. There are no shops, parks, or health services within a 15-minute walk of any home.
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