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Middle River

86 km²

Fewer than 25 people live in Middle River, making it a sparsely populated area. It is an older community than most, with a typical resident aged 45 and no children under 15. A high proportion of residents were born overseas, and the vast majority report having no religion. This is a quiet, rural setting where homes are small and the landscape is hilly.

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The population is noticeably older than the state and national figures, with a typical age of 45. No children under 15 live here, and the number of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people is well below the national average.

People born overseas make up 34.8% of the population, which is far above the South Australian average. Those with Australian, English, and Irish ancestry are the most common.

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

A very high 78.3% of residents report having no religion, a figure far above both the state and national averages.

There are no schools within 3 km of this area.

Typical weekly family and household incomes are much lower than in most similar areas and well below the national figure. However, typical personal weekly income is a little above the state average at $866.

Residents report very good health, with no one needing help with daily activities and none reporting a long-term health or mental health condition.

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

Homes are small, with a typical 1.9 people per home, which is well below the national average of 2.5.

Renting is much cheaper here than elsewhere, with a typical weekly rent of $210. There are also very few people per bedroom compared to most areas.

The area has no public transport stops or routes, leaving residents reliant on other means of travel.

The most common industries people work in is Agriculture, forestry & fishing at 45%, ahead of Administrative & support (45%).

The area is very car-dependent, with a walkability score far below the state average. There are no groceries, health services, or schools within a 15-minute walk, and the terrain is steeper than in most of South Australia.

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