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Mulara

58 km²

A far older population than the state average defines Mulara, where the typical resident is 48. This small community of 93 people is notably affluent, with typical household incomes well above the national figure. It is a place of large, detached family homes and high home ownership. The area is very quiet and residential, with a strong presence of retirees and a workforce largely employed in full-time roles.

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

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Mulara is far older than most areas, with a typical age of 48 and a much higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over (25.8%) compared to the national figure of 17.2%.

The community is overwhelmingly Australian-born, with only 3.2% of people born overseas, which is far below the national average of 27.7%.

English is the sole language used at home for 92.5% of residents, and no one in the area speaks little or no English.

Religious affiliation is high here, with 71.0% of people identifying as Christian and far fewer people reporting no religion compared to the state average.

Educational attainment is lower than most areas, with only 39.7% of residents completing Year 12 and a typical bachelor's degree rate far below the national figure.

Household wealth is high in Mulara; the typical weekly household income is $2,625, which is well above the state average, and 32.1% of homes earn over $3,000 a week.

Residents generally report good health, with a long-term health condition rate of 19.4%, which is well below the national figure of 27.7%.

Unpaid care and housework are less common here than in most areas, though there is a much higher rate of former Defence Force members than the national average.

The First Nations population is very small, though the few residents who identify as such have a typical personal income far above the state and national figures.

Homes are larger than usual, with 3.1 people per home, and very few people live alone compared to the state average.

Every single home in Mulara is a separate house, and 89.3% have three or more bedrooms, with no rental properties in the area.

The area is entirely car-dependent, as every home has at least two vehicles and there are no public transport stops available.

About 37.6% of residents have moved in the last five years, which is well below the national average.

Full-time employment is much higher than most areas at 68.6%, with a 0.0% unemployment rate and many residents working as managers or technicians.

The area is highly car-dependent with a walkability score of 0.1, as almost no homes are within a 15-minute walk of shops, schools, or health services.

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