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Sugarloaf Creek

40 km²

Typical household incomes are much higher than most areas in Sugarloaf Creek, where the usual weekly take-home is $2,175. This small community of 255 people is far older than the national average, with a typical resident aged 49. It is a stable, car-dependent settlement where most people own their homes outright and few have moved in recent years. Large family homes are the norm here, creating a quiet residential character in the Mitchell region.

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The community is far older than the state and national average, with a typical age of 49. While 16.1% are seniors, this is actually lower than most similar areas.

Most residents were born in Australia (74.9%), and the number of people born overseas is far below the national figure of 27.7%. English, Australian, and Scottish are the most common ancestries.

English is the dominant language, with only 3.1% of people using another language at home, far below the national figure of 22.3%. No residents reported speaking little or no English.

About 40% of the population report no religion, which is about the same as the national figure of 38.9%. Christianity is the most common religious affiliation at 44.7%.

Educational qualifications are far below the state and national averages, with only 15.6% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. There are no schools within 3km of the area.

Typical household income is $2,175 a week, which is a little above the state figure. Personal incomes are also higher than most areas, with a typical weekly pay of $825.

Residents are generally healthier than most, with only 19.2% reporting a long-term health condition, which is well below the national figure of 27.7%.

The area has a high number of former Defence Force members at 6.0%, well above the national average. Volunteer rates are also a little above the national figure at 17.0%.

There are four First Nations people in the area. Their personal and household incomes are far above the state and national figures.

Homes are larger than usual, with 3.0 people per home. This is consistent with the fact that 66.2% of households are couples with children.

Housing is dominated by separate houses, and 51.4% are owned outright, far above the national figure of 31%. Renting is very uncommon here, at just 8.3%.

The area is entirely car-dependent, with no public transport stops or routes available. Every single home in the community owns at least one motor vehicle.

The population is very stable, as only 15.3% of people have moved in the last five years, far below the national figure of 40.7%.

The unemployment rate is 0.0%, which is well below the national figure of 5.1%. People work across various fields, including construction, retail, and public administration.

The area is strictly car-dependent with a walkability score of 0.2. There are no schools, parks, or health services within a 15-minute walk of any home.

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