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Mafeking
235 km²
Daily life in Mafeking is quiet and car-dependent, with no shops, schools or public transport within walking distance. This tiny community of just 20 people is far older than the state average, with a typical resident aged 58. The area is primarily made up of older adults and seniors, with no children under 15 living here. It is a place where many residents are active in their community through volunteering and providing unpaid care.
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The community is much older than most areas, with a typical age of 58. While 15% of residents are seniors, there are no children under 15, which is far below the national figure.
A quarter of residents were born overseas, which is much higher than in similar areas. Half of the population identifies with Australian ancestry, followed by English, Irish and Scottish heritage.
English is the only language used at home, meaning the proportion of people using another language is far below the state and national figures.
About 45% of residents report having no religion, a figure that is well above the national average. Another 45% identify as Christian.
Many residents have completed Year 12, which is well above the national average. However, the 15% of adults with a bachelor degree or higher is far below the state figure.
The typical personal weekly income is $820, which is about the same as the national figure. No one in the area earns $2,000 or more per week.
One in five people need help with daily activities, a rate far above the national average. However, the 20% of residents with a long-term health condition is well below the state figure.
Participation is very high here, with 45% of people volunteering and 25% providing unpaid care. This is far above the national average, though no one is currently caring for children.
There are no Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people living in the area.
Homes here are smaller than usual, with a typical 2.1 people per home, which is a little below the state and national figures.
Living arrangements are spacious, with only 0.6 people per bedroom. Monthly home-loan payments are very low at $650, far below the state average.
The area is entirely without public transport, with no stops or routes available to residents.
The community has seen significant movement recently, with 45% of people moving house in the last five years, which is well above the national average.
About 55% of adults are working or looking for work, which is well below the state and national figures.
The area is completely car-dependent with a walkability score of 0.0. There are no groceries, health services or schools within a 15-minute walk.
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