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Elgin Vale

116 km²

A typical resident in Elgin Vale is just 28 years old, making the area far younger than the national figure of 38. This is a sparsely populated place with only 14 people. Despite its small size, it is a relatively affluent pocket where family incomes are much higher than in most similar areas. It is a rural setting where residents rely entirely on cars to get around.

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The population is very small at just 14 people. This community is far younger than the rest of Queensland and Australia, with a typical age of 28.

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 43%, ahead of Mandarin (0%).

The most common religious affiliation is Christianity at 50%, ahead of Not stated (36%).

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

Typical family incomes are $2,250 weekly, which is much higher than most similar areas and a little above the state figure. However, personal incomes are slightly lower than the national figure at $724 per week.

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

There are four First Nations people living here, with a typical age of 20, which is noticeably younger than the national figure. First Nations household incomes are far below the state and national averages at $575.

Homes here are larger than usual, with 3.0 people per home, which is a little above the Queensland and Australian figures.

Rent is far below the national figure at $220 per week. There is a low density of people per bedroom at 0.50, which is well below the state average.

The area has no public transport routes or stops, leaving residents completely dependent on private vehicles.

The most common industries people work in is Agriculture, forestry & fishing at 75%, ahead of Mining (0%).

Elgin Vale is entirely car-dependent with a walkability score of 0.1, far below the state average. There are no groceries, schools, or health services within a 15-minute walk, and the terrain is steeper than the Queensland average.

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