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Winnambool

106 km²

Far older and poorer than the state average, Winnambool is a sparsely populated area with only 8 residents. It is a quiet, remote place where the typical person is 66 years old, making it one of the oldest communities in the region. The area lacks basic services and transport, creating a lifestyle that is heavily reliant on cars.

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The community is very small and notably elderly, with a typical age of 66 years. This is far older than the national figure of 38 years.

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 No religion at 88%, ahead of Christianity (0%).

There are no schools within 3 km, which is a common trait for about 59% of similar areas.

Earnings are very low here, with typical weekly household incomes of $1,000 and family incomes of $900. Both figures are far below the Victorian and national averages.

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

There are no Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people living in the area, a figure smaller than about 60% of similar places.

Homes tend to be larger than most, with an average of 2.7 people per home, which is about the same as the Victorian average of 2.5.

The area has 0.70 people per bedroom, which is a little below the state and national figures of 0.80.

There is no public transport in the area, with zero routes and stops, making it far below the state average.

The most common industries people work in is Agriculture, forestry & fishing at 100%, ahead of Mining (0%).

The area is completely car-dependent with a walkability score of 0.1. No homes are within a 15-minute walk of groceries, health services, or schools, and only 6.7% are near a park.

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