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Pira

59 km²

A typical resident in Pira is just 20 years old, making it one of the youngest areas in the region. This sparsely populated place has only 16 people and is largely rural. While the population is very young, families here are larger than usual and weekly family incomes are higher than both the state and national figures. It is a car-dependent community with very little local infrastructure.

Despite high local incomes, the area's schools serve a less advantaged intake.

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The population is very small with only 16 residents. It is far younger than the rest of the country, with a typical age of 20 compared to the national figure of 38.

The most common country of birth is Australia at 100%, ahead of England (0%).

The most common language used at home is English only at 100%, ahead of Mandarin (0%).

The most common religious affiliation is Christianity at 113%, ahead of No religion (0%).

There is one primary school within 3 km, though it is much smaller than most areas and has a much lower school advantage score.

Typical weekly family incomes are $2,499, which is a little above the national figure. However, typical personal weekly income is $649, which is a little below the national figure of $805.

The most common long-term health conditions reported is Asthma at 31%, ahead of Other condition (19%).

There are no Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people living here. The data for this group shows a typical age of 62, which is far older than the national figure of 24.

Homes in Pira are larger than most, with 3.8 people per home, well above the national average of 2.5.

There are more people per bedroom here than in most areas. Typical monthly home-loan payments are $2,254, which is a little above the national figure of $1,863.

The area is entirely dependent on cars, with no public transport routes or stops available. Residents face an 80-minute walk to the nearest stop, one of the longest distances recorded.

The most common industries people work in is Agriculture, forestry & fishing at 56%, ahead of Mining (0%).

Pira is highly car-dependent with a walkability score of 0.4, far below the state average. No homes are within a 15-minute walk of groceries, health services, or schools.

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