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Goyder

48 km²

A massive 58.3% of the population are children under 15, making Goyder a very young community. With a total population of just 24 people, it is a small, sparsely populated area where the typical resident is 35. Most households are couples with children and enjoy incomes well above the national figure. The area is entirely residential and car-dependent, sitting far from the city and urban services.

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This is a notably young community where the typical resident is 35 and there are no residents aged 65 or over. The proportion of children is far above the national figure, while the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander population is well below the Australian average.

The community is entirely Australian-born, which is far below the national figure for overseas births. Most residents claim Australian or English ancestry.

English is the only language used at home, meaning the proportion of people using another language is far below the national and state figures.

A very high 79.2% of residents report having no religion, which is far above the national figure of 38.9%.

There are no schools located within 3 km of this area.

Incomes are much higher than in most similar areas, with the typical weekly household income of $2,250 sitting well above the national figure.

While the number of people needing help with daily activities is well below the national average, 12.5% of residents have a mental health condition, which is well above the national figure.

There are no Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people living in this area.

Homes tend to be larger than usual, with 3.0 people per home. This is consistent with the fact that 57.7% of households are couples with children.

The typical monthly home-loan payment of $1,322 is well below the national figure.

Residents are entirely reliant on cars, as there are no public transport stops or routes, and the drive time to the city is 88 minutes.

The population is very stable, with no one moving into the area in the last five years.

The most common industries people work in is Agriculture, forestry & fishing at 50%, ahead of Health care & social assistance (28%).

The area is completely car-dependent with a walkability score of 0.0, as there are no parks, schools, or shops within a 15-minute walk.

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