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Lah
113 km²
A small population of just 57 people makes Lah one of the least populous areas at this level. It is a family-focused community where 26.3% of residents are children, a figure well above the national average. This creates a distinct environment where large households are the norm and child care is a priority. The area is characterized by high levels of volunteerism and a workforce heavily tied to the land.
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Families with children are very common here, with 26.3% of the population under 15, which is well above the national figure. The typical resident is 42, and seniors aged 65 and over make up only 7.0%, far below the national average of 17.2%.
The community is almost entirely born in Australia, with 0.0% of residents born overseas, far below the national figure of 27.7%. Most residents identify with Australian (52.6%), English (22.8%), or Scottish (10.5%) ancestry.
English is the only language spoken at home, with 0.0% of people using another language, which is far below the national average of 22.3%.
Most residents identify as Christian (64.9%), while 24.6% report no religion, a figure far below the national average of 38.9%.
Education levels are lower than most areas, with 0.0% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher and 39.0% completing Year 12, far below the national figure of 58.8%.
The area is relatively prosperous, with a typical personal income of $949 per week, which is a little above the national figure. Typical household income is also a little above the national average at $2,166 per week.
Residents are in good health, as only 17.5% have a long-term health condition, far below the national figure of 27.7%. No residents require help with daily activities.
Community spirit is very high, with 52.2% of people volunteering, far above the national average of 14.1%. This is seen alongside high rates of unpaid care, with 21.7% of people providing care, well above the national figure.
There are 0 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people living here, which is a little below the state average.
Homes in Lah are larger than usual, with 3.5 people per home, well above the national average of 2.5. Most families are couples with children (83.3%).
Living density is high, with 0.90 people per bedroom, a little above the national figure. Typical monthly home-loan payments are $975, far below the national average of $1,863.
The area is entirely car-dependent with no public transport stops or routes. This is reflected in the workforce, where 26.9% of people work from home, well above the national figure.
The population is very stable, with only 22.6% of people moving in the last five years, far below the national figure of 40.7%.
Agriculture, forestry, and fishing employ half the workforce. While full-time employment is far above the national average at 69.2%, only 50.0% of adults are working or looking for work.
The area is completely car-dependent with a walkability score of 0.0. There are no groceries, schools, or health services within a 15-minute walk.
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