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Oakvale
67 km²
A vast difference in accessibility exists between Oakvale and the rest of the state. This sparsely populated area has only 19 residents and is almost entirely car-dependent, with no schools or shops within walking distance. The community is noticeably older than the national average, with a typical resident aged 44. It is a quiet, rural setting where households are larger than usual, though personal incomes tend to be much lower than the state figure.
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The typical resident is 44, which is noticeably older than the typical person in Victoria or Australia, who is 38.
The most common country of birth is Australia at 105%, ahead of England (0%).
The most common language used at home is English only at 89%, ahead of Mandarin (0%).
The most common religious affiliation is Christianity at 63%, ahead of No religion (26%).
There are no schools within 3 km of this area.
Typical household weekly incomes are about the same as the national figure, but typical personal incomes are well below both the state and national levels.
The most common long-term health conditions reported is Arthritis at 0%, ahead of Asthma (0%).
Five First Nations people live here, and they are noticeably younger than the state average with a typical age of 17. Their typical personal income is far below the national figure.
Homes here are large, with 3.2 people per home, which is well above the typical 2.5 seen across Australia and Victoria.
There are 0.70 people per bedroom, which is a little below the national figure of 0.80.
Public transport is non-existent here, with no routes or stops available.
The most common industries people work in is Agriculture, forestry & fishing at 69%, ahead of Accommodation & food (38%).
The area is completely car-dependent, with no homes within a 15-minute walk of groceries, health services, or schools, far below the Victorian averages.
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