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Walla Walla
280 km²
A typical resident of Walla Walla is noticeably older than the state average, with a median age of 44. The community is mostly made up of homeowners and people born in Australia, with a strong local spirit seen in the high number of volunteers. It is a quiet, residential area where nearly everyone lives in a separate house. While incomes are generally lower than the national figure, the area feels stable with very few people moving in or out over the last five years.
Modest local incomes, but the area's schools serve a more advantaged intake.
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The population totals 811 people. It is slightly older than the state and national averages, with 18.6% of residents aged 65 or over.
The area is far less diverse than the rest of the country, as only 5.8% of people were born overseas. Most residents claim Australian or English ancestry.
English is the primary language for nearly everyone here. Only 2.2% of people use another language at home, which is far below the national figure.
About 57.1% of the community identifies as Christian. Those with no religion make up 30.9%, which is a little below the state average.
Educational attainment is much lower than in most similar areas, with only 31.4% of people completing Year 12. This is far below the national figure of 58.8%.
Incomes are well below the state and national figures. The typical weekly household income is $1,166, and only 8.3% of households earn $3,000 or more per week.
Health challenges are more common here than in most areas. Long-term health conditions affect 32.2% of residents, and 11.6% have a mental health condition.
Community spirit is very high, with 28.4% of people volunteering, which is far above the national average. Unpaid care for others is also more common than in most areas.
About 3.7% of the population is of First Nations descent. This group is much more likely to speak a First Nations language than those in the wider state.
One-parent families are much more common here than in most areas, at 18.2%. Around 27% of people live alone, which is slightly above the state average.
Housing is dominated by separate houses, and 45.7% of people own their home outright. This is far above the national average, and typical rents are much lower than usual.
The area is heavily car-dependent, with 55.8% of workers driving to their jobs. There are no public transport stops in the area.
The community is very stable, with far fewer people moving house in the last five years compared to the state average. However, 19.1% of recent arrivals came from overseas.
Many people work in agriculture, forestry, and fishing. About 55.2% of adults are working or looking for work, which is well below the national figure.
Most residents are dependent on cars for daily needs. While some health services are within walking distance, the overall walkability score is far below the state average.
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