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Dropmore
24 km²
High incomes are a defining feature of Dropmore, where typical weekly family earnings are far above the national figure. This is a sparsely populated area of just 19 people, and the community is far older than most, with a typical resident aged 51. It is a rural setting where homes are often larger than average and cars are essential for daily life.
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The typical resident here is 51, which is far older than the typical person in Victoria or Australia, who are both 38.
The most common country of birth is Australia at 68%, ahead of England (16%).
The most common language used at home is English only at 63%, ahead of Mandarin (0%).
The most common religious affiliation is No religion at 58%, ahead of Christianity (26%).
There are no schools within 3 km of this area.
Earnings are among the highest for similar areas, with typical weekly family income at $5,250, far above the $2,120 national figure. Typical personal weekly income is $899, which is a little above the national average.
The most common long-term health conditions reported is Asthma at 26%, ahead of Cancer (21%).
Among the four First Nations residents, the typical age is 13, which is far younger than the national figure of 24. Personal income for this group is among the highest for similar areas at $1,825 per week.
Homes in Dropmore tend to be larger than most, with 2.7 people per home compared to the national figure of 2.5.
The typical monthly home-loan payment is $1,733, which is higher than most similar areas and about the same as the national figure.
Public transport is non-existent here, with no stops or routes available. Residents face a very long drive to the city, taking around 165 minutes.
The most common industries people work in is Agriculture, forestry & fishing at 86%, ahead of Mining (0%).
The area is entirely car-dependent, with a walkability score of 0.1 that is far below the state average. There are no shops, schools, or health services within a 15-minute walk.
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