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Colley
281 km²
Typical family incomes in Colley are much higher than most similar areas, with a weekly typical figure of $2,333. This small community of 40 people is largely made up of adults, as there are no children under 15 living here. It is a place where people are very active in their community, and many residents live in de facto relationships. The area is very quiet and rural, with a population that is noticeably older than the national average.
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The typical resident is 45, making the area noticeably older than the national figure. While 33.3% of people are in de facto relationships—among the highest for its level—there are no children under 15 living here.
The community is almost entirely Australian-born, with 0.0% of residents born overseas, which is far below the state and national figures. Australian, English, Scottish, and Irish ancestries are the most common.
English is the only language used at home, with 0.0% of people using another language. This is far below the figures for both South Australia and Australia.
Christianity is the main religious affiliation for 55.0% of residents. Only 25.0% of people report having no religion, a figure far below the national average.
Qualifications in agriculture and environment are common here, though only 31.3% of residents completed Year 12, which is far below the national figure. A bachelor degree or higher is held by 15.6% of adults.
Weekly incomes are much higher than most similar areas, with a typical household earning $2,083. However, no one in the community earns $2,000 or more per week.
Residents are in very good health, with only 10.0% reporting a long-term health condition, which is far below the national figure. No one requires help with daily activities.
Volunteering is exceptionally high here, with 53.1% of people volunteering, far above the national average. About 12.5% of people provide unpaid care.
There are no Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people living in this area.
About 57.1% of families are couples with children, and 33.3% are couples without children. The typical home has 2.5 people, which is about the same as the national figure.
Typical weekly rent is $200, which is far below the national figure of $375. People per bedroom is 0.80, consistent with state and national figures.
The area has no public transport stops or routes, meaning residents rely entirely on other means of travel.
The population is relatively stable, with 25.8% of people moving in the last five years, far below the national figure of 40.7%.
About 59.4% of adults are working or looking for work, which is about the same as the South Australian figure.
The area is entirely car-dependent with a walkability score of 0.1. There are no groceries, schools, or health services within a 15-minute walk.
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