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Towan

124 km²

Towan is a sparsely populated rural area with only 13 residents. This community is far older than the state and national averages, with a typical resident aged 48. It is a place of high relative wealth, where typical weekly incomes are much higher than most similar areas. The small population lives in a remote setting with very few local services and a heavy reliance on cars.

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The area is very small, with just 13 people. Those who live here are far older than the typical Victorian or Australian, with a typical age of 48.

The most common country of birth is Australia at 77%, ahead of England (0%).

The most common language used at home is English only at 77%, ahead of Mandarin (0%).

The most common religious affiliation is Christianity at 77%, ahead of No religion (0%).

There are no schools within 3 km of the area, which is common for about 59% of similar places.

Weekly incomes are much higher than in most similar areas. Typical personal income is $1,125, which is well above the national figure of $805.

The most common long-term health conditions reported is Asthma at 23%, ahead of Arthritis (0%).

There are no Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people living in this area.

Homes here are a little more crowded than the state and national average, with 2.8 people per home.

With 0.70 people per bedroom, this area is a little below the state and national figures and lower than most similar areas.

There are no public transport stops or routes here, leaving the area far below Victorian averages for transit access.

The most common industries people work in is Agriculture, forestry & fishing at 83%, ahead of Mining (0%).

This is a car-dependent area with a walkability score of 0.1, far below the state average of 6.4. No homes are within a 15-minute walk of groceries, health services, or schools.

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