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Dunluce
93 km²
Seniors make up half of the population in Dunluce, creating an exceptionally old community for the region. This sparsely populated area is largely composed of older couples, with no children under 15 living here. While it has a strong connection to the land through its agricultural workforce, the community is also marked by a high rate of volunteering. It is a quiet, car-dependent place where residents are deeply settled and rarely move.
Despite high local incomes, the area's schools serve a less advantaged intake.
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The typical resident is 56, which is far older than the national figure of 38. Half of the population is aged 65 or over, and there are no children under 15 living in the area.
People born overseas make up 22.2% of the community, which is much higher than in similar areas but well below the state and national figures. English, Australian, and Scottish are the primary ancestries reported.
English is the only language used at home, and no residents speak little or no English. This is far below the state and national figures for language diversity.
Christianity is the dominant faith, with 72.2% of residents identifying as such. Only 13.9% of people report having no religion, which is far below the national figure.
Qualifications are generally lower than in other areas, with 36.4% having completed Year 12 and no residents holding a bachelor degree or higher. Many people hold certificates in agriculture and environment or health.
Typical weekly household income is $1,999, which is a little above the national figure. However, typical personal weekly income is $630, well below the national figure of $805.
Long-term health conditions are far more common here than elsewhere, affecting 38.9% of people, with arthritis being the most frequent. Despite this, no residents need help with daily activities.
Volunteering is very high, with 50.0% of people participating, far above the national figure. Unpaid care and housework are also far more common here than in most other areas.
There are no Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people living in this area, which is lower than most similar areas.
Couples without children make up the majority of households at 62.5%. There are no one-parent families, and homes typically hold 2.3 people, a little below the national figure.
The typical monthly home-loan payment is $613, which is far below the state and national figures.
The area is entirely car-dependent, with no public transport stops or routes available. This is reflected in the long 134-minute drive time to the city, though 30.0% of workers work from home.
The community is extremely stable, with 0.0% of people moving in the last five years, which is far below the national figure.
Half of the workforce is employed in agriculture, forestry, and fishing. The unemployment rate is 0.0%, though the proportion of adults working or looking for work is well below the national figure.
The area is highly car-dependent with a walkability score of 0.2, far below the state average. Almost no homes are within walking distance of groceries, health services, or schools.
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