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Nepabunna
92 km²
An entire population of 26 First Nations people makes up the community of Nepabunna. This is a far older area than most, with a typical resident aged 51 and no children under 15 living here. The community is deeply rooted in its heritage, with a very high proportion of people speaking a First Nations language. Life here is modest and quiet, with a small number of residents living in very small households.
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Every resident identifies as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, which is far above the national figure of 3.2%. The population is notably older, with 30.8% aged 65 or over, while there are no children or youth under 25.
All residents were born in Australia, meaning the proportion of people born overseas is far below the national figure of 27.7%.
Language diversity is very high, with 73.1% of people using another language at home, far above the 22.3% national average.
About 34.6% of residents have no religion, which is well below the national figure of 38.9%.
Education levels are far below the state and national averages, with no adults holding a bachelor degree and only 25.9% completing Year 12.
Incomes are among the lowest at this level, with a typical weekly personal income of $325 and a typical household income of $575.
Long-term health conditions are reported by 26.9% of the population, which is about the same as the national figure. However, no residents reported needing help with daily activities or having a mental health condition.
Volunteering is very high at 46.2%, far above the national figure of 14.1%, though no one is providing unpaid care for children or others.
The 26 First Nations residents are far older than the national average for this group, with a typical age of 52. Most speak a First Nations language, and typical personal income is well below the national figure at $317.
Homes are small, with a typical 1.6 people per home, which is well below the national average of 2.5.
Housing is very affordable compared to the rest of the country, with a typical weekly rent of $100.
There are no public transport routes or stops serving the area.
The community is very stable, with only 11.5% of people moving in the last five years, far below the national figure of 40.7%.
Less than half of adults, 46.2%, are working or looking for work, which is far below the national figure of 61.1%.
The area is completely car-dependent, with no shops, schools, or health services within a 15-minute walk.
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