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Mount Martin

40 km²

A small population of 191 people makes Mount Martin much less crowded than many similar areas. This is a mature community where the typical resident is 46, far older than the national figure of 38. High household incomes and a strong presence of large, detached family homes give the area a prosperous feel. Its rural character is clear, with a workforce focused on construction, mining, and agriculture.

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The area is older than most, with a typical age of 46. Children under 15 make up only 10.5% of the population, which is well below the national figure of 18.2%.

Most residents were born in Australia, and only 5.2% were born overseas, a figure far below the national average of 27.7%. English, Scottish, and Irish ancestries are the most common following Australian.

English is the only language used at home, with 0.0% of people using another language. This is far below the national figure of 22.3%.

About half of the community identifies as Christian. Those with no religion make up 32.5%, which is well below the national figure of 38.9%.

Qualifications are lower than most areas, with only 8.8% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher, far below the national figure of 26.3%.

Typical weekly household income is $2,416, which is well above the national figure of $1,746. Nearly 30% of households earn $3,000 or more a week, a rate much higher than most areas.

Mental health conditions are more common here than in most areas at 11.5%. However, only 2.1% of people need help with daily activities, which is well below the national figure.

Unpaid housework is very common, with 32.4% of people doing 15 or more hours a week, far above the national figure. Volunteers also make up 18.2% of the community.

First Nations residents are older and earn more than the state average, with a typical personal income of $1,437 and a typical age of 37.

Families are the norm here, with 52.3% of homes consisting of couples with children. Very few people live alone, at just 6.2%.

Every single home in the area is a separate house. They are generally large, with 87.7% having three or more bedrooms, far above the national figure of 73.8%.

The area is entirely dependent on cars, with no one using public transport to commute. Most homes have multiple vehicles, and 36.9% own two.

The community is very stable, with only 23.9% of people moving in the last five years, far below the national figure of 40.7%.

Employment is high, with 68.2% of adults working or looking for work. Full-time employment is also much higher than most areas at 66.1%.

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

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