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Yimbun

8 km²

A strong First Nations presence defines Yimbun, where 16.7% of the population identifies as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander. This small community of just 30 people is notably young, with children under 15 making up over a quarter of the residents. It is a place where family ties are central, evidenced by large households and a high number of single parents. Situated in the Somerset region, the area is largely rural and car-dependent, with a population that is more settled than the state average.

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Children under 15 make up 26.7% of the population, which is well above the national figure of 18.2%. The typical resident is 40, and there are no people in de facto relationships in the area.

Most residents were born in Australia, though about 10% were born overseas, which is far below the national figure. Common ancestries include Australian, English, Scottish, and German.

Language diversity is high, with 23.3% of people using a language other than English at home, a figure far above the Queensland average. However, no residents reported speaking little or no English.

Christianity is the primary faith for 60% of residents. Only 30% of the community report having no religion, which is well below the national figure of 38.9%.

Education levels are much lower than in most similar areas, with no adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. About 43.5% of residents have a Year 9 education or below.

The typical household earns $2,062 a week, which is a little above the national figure. However, personal incomes are lower than usual, and no one earns $2,000 or more per week.

Health challenges are common here, as 40% of people have a long-term health condition and 26.7% need help with daily activities, both of which are far above state and national figures.

Caregiving is a significant part of local life, with 32% of people caring for children unpaid and 20% providing other unpaid care, both of which are well above the national average.

First Nations residents in Yimbun are far older than those in the rest of the state, with a typical age of 33. Their personal incomes are also much higher than the national average, at $2,500.

Homes are large, with 3.6 people per dwelling, well above the national figure of 2.5. One-parent families are very common, representing 40% of households.

The typical weekly rent is $315, which is a little below the national figure. Most homes are crowded, with an average of 0.9 people per bedroom.

The area is remote, with no public transport stops or routes available. Residents face a long drive time to the city, averaging 96 minutes.

The community is very stable, as only 24.2% of people have moved in the last five years, far below the national figure of 40.7%.

About 60% of adults are working or looking for work, which is a little below the national average of 61.1%.

Yimbun is completely car-dependent, with no shops, schools, or health services within a 15-minute walk. Its walkability score is 0.0, far below the Queensland average.

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