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Uarbry
173 km²
An older population defines the small community of Uarbry, where the typical resident is 56 years old. With 31.6% of people aged 65 or over, it is far older than the national average. This aging trend is reflected in the high number of residents needing help with daily activities. It is a quiet, sparsely populated area with a small population of just 38 people.
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The area is far older than most other places, with a typical age of 56 and very few children under 15. De facto relationships are much more common here than in the rest of the state, at 18.2%.
While 55.3% of people were born in Australia, 18.4% were born overseas, which is much higher than in similar areas. Filipino ancestry is notable, representing 13.2% of the population.
English is the main language, though 13.2% of residents use another language at home, a figure much higher than in most similar areas. However, no one in the community speaks little or no English.
Christianity is the primary faith for 63.2% of residents. Only 10.5% of people report having no religion, which is far below the national figure.
Education levels are much lower than the national average, with no adults holding a bachelor degree. Many residents hold a Certificate III or IV, and 30.3% completed Year 12.
Typical weekly incomes are among the lowest in the region, with households usually bringing in $850 and families earning $900. No one in the area earns $2,000 or more per week.
Health challenges are common here; 52.6% of people have a long-term health condition, far above the national figure. This is consistent with the older population, as 15.8% need help with daily activities.
Volunteerism is higher than most areas at 22.9%. However, far fewer people provide unpaid childcare or housework compared to the state average.
There are no Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people living in this area.
Households are slightly smaller than the national average, with 2.3 people per home.
Rents are far below the state and national figures, with a typical weekly rent of $208. Home loan payments are typically $1,500 a month.
The area lacks public transport, with no stops or routes available for residents.
The community is very stable, with only 15.8% of people moving in the last five years, far below the national rate.
Only 31.4% of adults are working or looking for work, which is far below the national figure of 61.1%.
Uarbry is entirely car-dependent, with no shops, schools, parks, or health services within a 15-minute walk.
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