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Calca
120 km²
Sparse and rural in character, Calca is a tiny settlement in South Australia with only 13 residents. The typical person here is 42, making the community noticeably older than the national figure. It is an isolated area where incomes are very low and most daily needs require a car. The community is almost entirely dependent on private vehicles for travel and access to services.
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The total population is small, with only 13 people living here. The typical resident is 42, which is a little older than the South Australian average.
The most common country of birth is Australia at 31%, ahead of England (0%).
The most common language used at home is English only at 23%, ahead of Mandarin (0%).
The most common religious affiliation is Not stated at 62%, ahead of No religion (31%).
There are no schools within 3 km of the area.
Income levels are very low compared to most areas. Typical weekly family income is $1,125, which is far below both the state figure of $1,889 and the national figure of $2,120.
The most common long-term health conditions reported is Arthritis at 0%, ahead of Asthma (0%).
There are no Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people living in the area.
Homes here are smaller than usual, with typically 2.0 people per home, which is well below the national figure of 2.5.
There are typically 0.80 people per bedroom, which is higher than most areas and about the same as the state and national figures.
The area has no public transport routes or stops, making it far below the state average for transport access.
The most common industries people work in is Agriculture, forestry & fishing at 120%, ahead of Mining (0%).
This is a car-dependent area with a walkability score of 0.1, far below the state average of 5.5. No homes are within a 15-minute walk of groceries, health services, or schools.
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