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Sommariva
2,002 km²
Weekly personal incomes in Sommariva are well above the national figure, reflecting a high-earning small community. This sparsely populated area is mostly made up of families, with a notable number of children and a significant First Nations population. While the typical resident is far older than the state average, the high proportion of children creates a unique age split. It is a remote, car-dependent locality where most people live in family homes.
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The community is far older than the state and national average, with a typical age of 46. However, children under 15 make up 32% of the population, a figure far above the national average.
Most residents were born in Australia, though 16% were born overseas, which is higher than in most similar areas. Common ancestries include Australian, English, Scottish, and German.
About 16% of people use a language other than English at home, which is a little above the Queensland figure. Despite this, no one in the area reported speaking little or no English.
Christianity is the dominant faith here, with 80% of people identifying as such. This means the proportion of people with no religion is far below the national figure.
There are no schools located within 3 km of this area.
Typical weekly personal and household incomes are well above both the state and national figures. For example, the typical personal income is $1,125, which is much higher than in most similar areas.
A high 60% of residents have a long-term health condition, which is far above the national figure. However, no one reported needing help with daily activities.
No residents in this area have served in the Defence Force, a figure that is lower than most similar areas.
First Nations residents are a significant part of the community, with a typical personal income of $1,125 that is far above the national figure. This group is far younger than the state average, with a typical age of just 6 years.
Homes here are larger than usual, with 3.0 people per home. Most are couples with children, and there are no one-parent families, which is far below the national average.
The number of people per bedroom is 0.70, which is a little below the Queensland and Australian figures.
There are no public transport stops or routes in the area, making it entirely reliant on private vehicles.
The area has seen significant movement, with 46.2% of people moving in the last five years, a figure well above the national average.
The most common industries people work in is Agriculture, forestry & fishing at 75%, ahead of Mining (0%).
The area is completely car-dependent, with a walkability score of 0.0 and no parks, shops, or health services within a 15-minute walk.
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