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Boatman
3,887 km²
A typical resident in Boatman is 56 years old, which is far older than the national figure of 38. This sparsely populated area consists of just 18 people spread across a vast landscape. It is a quiet, remote community where residents earn well below the state and national averages. The lack of local services and public transport makes the area almost entirely car-dependent.
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The population is very small with only 18 people, and the community is much older than most similar areas.
The most common country of birth is Australia at 78%, ahead of England (0%).
The most common language used at home is English only at 78%, ahead of Mandarin (0%).
The most common religious affiliation is Christianity at 50%, ahead of No religion (17%).
There are no schools within 3 km of the area.
Incomes are among the lowest at this level, with the typical family earning $1,012 a week, which is far below the Queensland figure of $2,024.
The most common long-term health conditions reported is Arthritis at 0%, ahead of Asthma (0%).
There are no Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people living here.
Households are small, with 1.9 people per home, a figure that is well below the national average of 2.5.
Homes are not crowded, with only 0.50 people per bedroom, which is among the lowest rates in the country.
There are no public transport routes or stops in the area, and weekly departures are 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 no shops, parks, or health services within a 15-minute walk.
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