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Glenfern
14 km²
A stark contrast to the state average is found in Glenfern, where the typical resident is far older than the national figure. This sparsely populated area consists of only 11 people, making it smaller than about 90% of similar areas. It is a quiet, residential pocket in the Somerset region with very few people per home. The community is largely car-dependent with no local amenities or public transport available within walking distance.
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Residents here are far older than the typical person in Queensland or Australia, with a typical age of 65 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 Christianity at 64%, ahead of No religion (36%).
There are two schools within 3 km, though the average school advantage score is lower than most areas.
Personal incomes are much lower than most areas, with the typical weekly pay of $575 sitting well below the national figure of $805.
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 in this area.
Households are small, with only 1.8 people per home, which is well below the Queensland and national average of 2.5.
Housing costs are far below the national average, with typical weekly rents of $175 and monthly home-loan payments of $867.
The area is isolated from public transport, with zero transit stops and no people reachable by transit within 45 minutes.
The most common industries people work in is Agriculture, forestry & fishing at 0%, ahead of Mining (0%).
Glenfern is entirely car-dependent, as there are no shops, parks, or health services within a 15-minute walk.
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