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Balook
33 km²
A tiny population of just 9 people makes Balook a sparsely populated area. The community is far older than the state and national averages, with a typical resident aged 59. This is a remote, car-dependent setting where homes are larger than usual, though there are no schools or public transport options nearby. The area is primarily residential and rural in character.
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The community is far older than the rest of the country, with a typical age of 59 years. This is among the highest for similar areas, sitting 21 years above the national figure.
The most common country of birth is Australia at 44%, ahead of England (44%).
The most common language used at home is English only at 133%, ahead of Mandarin (0%).
The most common religious affiliation is No religion at 122%, ahead of Christianity (67%).
There are no schools within 3 km of this area, which is smaller than about 59% of similar places.
Typical household weekly income is $1,812, which is about the same as the state and national figures. However, typical personal weekly income is $687, which is a little below the national figure of $805.
The most common long-term health conditions reported is Arthritis at 0%, ahead of Asthma (0%).
There are no Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people living here, a figure that is smaller than about 60% of similar areas.
Homes in Balook are larger than most, with 2.8 people per home, which is a little above the national and state figure of 2.5.
Typical monthly home-loan payments are $1,500, which is a little below the national figure. There are 0.70 people per bedroom, which is a little below the state average.
The area is extremely remote, with a drive time to the city of 226 minutes. There are no public transport routes or stops available.
The most common industries people work in is Agriculture, forestry & fishing at 0%, ahead of Mining (0%).
Balook is car-dependent with a walkability score of 1.0, far below the state figure of 6.4. No homes are within a 15-minute walk of groceries, health services, schools, or parks.
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