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Windowie
20 km²
A stark contrast to the national average, Windowie is a sparsely populated rural spot with just 28 residents. The community is notably older than most, with a typical age of 52. It is a very traditional Australian pocket where every resident was born in the country and speaks only English. Life here is quiet and car-dependent, with households that are typically larger than those in other similar areas.
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The population is far older than the national figure, with the typical resident aged 52. Children under 15 make up only 10.7%, which is well below the 18.2% seen across Australia.
This is a community with deep local roots; 100% of residents were born in Australia, and no one was born overseas.
English is the only language used at home here, which is far below the national figure of 22.3% for people using another language.
Religious affiliation is common here, with 60.7% identifying as Christian and no one reporting no religion, a figure far below the 38.9% national average.
There are no schools within 3 km of the area.
Household incomes are well above the national figure, with a typical weekly amount of $2,250, though typical personal weekly incomes are a little below the national figure at $675.
Residents here are healthier than most, with only 21.4% reporting a long-term health condition and no one needing help with daily activities.
No residents in this area have served in the Defence Force.
There are no Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people living here.
Homes in Windowie are larger than in most areas, typically holding 2.8 people, with 45.8% of households consisting of couples with children.
Housing costs are among the lowest in the region, with typical weekly rents of $120 and typical monthly home-loan payments of $563, both far below national figures.
The area has no public transport stops or routes, meaning residents must rely entirely on private vehicles.
The population is very stable, with only 21.7% of people moving in the last five years, which is far below the national rate of 40.7%.
The most common industries people work in is Agriculture, forestry & fishing at 36%, ahead of Mining (0%).
Windowie is entirely car-dependent, with no shops, parks, or health services within walking distance and a walkability score of 0.0.
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