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Elphinstone
209 km²
Deep in the Isaac region of Queensland, Elphinstone is a sparsely populated area with only 9 residents. This is a very old community where the typical resident is 65, far older than the national figure of 38. The small population and remote setting mean there are no local schools or shops, making the area entirely dependent on cars for every daily need.
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The area is sparsely populated with only 9 residents. This community is far older than the rest of the state and nation, with a typical age of 65.
The most common country of birth is Australia at 33%, ahead of England (0%).
The most common language used at home is English only at 111%, ahead of Mandarin (0%).
The most common religious affiliation is Christianity at 33%, ahead of Not stated (33%).
There are no schools within 3 km of the area, which is a common trait for about 59% of similar areas.
Weekly family income is far above the national figure at $5,500, yet typical personal and household incomes are much lower than most areas at $474.
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.
Homes are small, with only 1.4 people per home, which is far below the Queensland and Australian figure of 2.5.
With 1.00 person per bedroom, this is well above the national figure of 0.80.
There are no public transport stops or routes in the area, and weekly departures are far below the state figure.
The most common industries people work in is Rental & real estate at 100%, ahead of Agriculture, forestry & fishing (0%).
The area is completely car-dependent with a walkability score of 0.0. There are no groceries, schools, or health services within a 15-minute walk, far below state levels.
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