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Wallaroo
242 km²
A sparsely populated stretch of the Central Highlands, Wallaroo is a tiny community of just 13 people. It is a place for retirees, as the typical resident is 63, which is far older than the national figure. Life here is quiet and remote, with no schools or shops nearby, making the area almost entirely dependent on cars for every need.
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The community is very small and an ageing one, with a typical age of 63. This is far older than the average person in Queensland or Australia, who is 38.
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 54%, ahead of No religion (0%).
There are no schools within 3 km of the area.
Weekly personal income is far above the state and national figures, though typical family and household incomes are well below the national average.
The most common long-term health conditions reported is Arthritis at 38%, ahead of Asthma (0%).
There are no Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people living here.
With 2.5 people per home, household size is about the same as the Queensland and Australian averages.
Homes here are a little more crowded than most, with 0.90 people per bedroom compared to the national figure of 0.80.
Public transport is non-existent, with zero stops and zero routes serving the area.
The most common industries people work in is Agriculture, forestry & fishing at 150%, ahead of Mining (0%).
The area is completely car-dependent, with a walkability score of 0.0. There are no parks, shops, health services, or schools within a 15-minute walk.
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