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Doctors Flat

18 km²

A tiny population of just 13 people defines Doctors Flat, making it a sparsely populated area of East Gippsland. The community is far older than the national figure, with a typical resident aged 46. It is a very quiet, car-dependent place where incomes are much lower than in the rest of the state. Residents live in a hilly landscape with almost no local shops or services within walking distance.

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The typical resident is 46, which is far older than the same age in Victoria or Australia. With only 13 people, this area is smaller than about 89% of similar places.

The most common country of birth is Australia at 100%, ahead of England (0%).

The most common language used at home is English only at 100%, ahead of Mandarin (0%).

The most common religious affiliation is Christianity at 108%, ahead of No religion (46%).

There is one school within 3km, which is more than about 59% of similar areas. However, this school is much smaller than most and has a lower school advantage score than usual.

Weekly incomes are very low here. Typical personal income is $450, which is far below the national figure of $805 and among the lowest for its level.

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 this area are slightly smaller than usual, with 2.3 people per home compared to the national figure of 2.5.

Typical monthly home-loan payments are $1,200, which is well below the state and national figures. The number of people per bedroom is about the same as the rest of the country.

There are no public transport stops or routes in the area. Weekly departures per 1,000 people are far below the Victorian average.

The most common industries people work in is Agriculture, forestry & fishing at 60%, ahead of Mining (0%).

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, and the terrain is much steeper than the state average.

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