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Limestone

29 km²

A typical household income of $2,999 per week makes Limestone one of the wealthiest small areas in the region. This sparsely populated community of just 16 people is located in the Rockhampton area of Queensland. It is a place where residents are generally older than the national figure and live in larger-than-average households. Despite the high incomes, the area is entirely car-dependent with no local amenities within walking distance.

Despite high local incomes, the area's schools serve a less advantaged intake.

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The typical resident is 43 years old, which is noticeably older than the national and state figure of 38.

The most common country of birth is Australia at 63%, ahead of England (0%).

The most common language used at home is English only at 69%, ahead of Mandarin (0%).

The most common religious affiliation is Christianity at 88%, ahead of No religion (25%).

There are two schools within 3km, though the average school size is lower than most areas and the school advantage score is among the lowest at this level.

Earnings are very high here, with typical personal weekly income at $1,375, which is far above the national figure of $805.

The most common long-term health conditions reported is Other condition at 31%, ahead of Arthritis (25%).

There are no Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people recorded here, though the recorded First Nations personal income is far above the national average.

Homes are larger than usual, with 3.5 people per home, which is well above the Queensland average of 2.5.

Crowding is higher than most areas with 1.1 people per bedroom, and typical monthly home-loan payments are well above the state figure at $2,318.

The area has no public transport stops or routes, leaving it far below the state average for transport access.

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

This is a completely car-dependent area with a walkability score of 0.0, as no homes are within a 15-minute walk of parks, schools, or shops.

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