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Punthari
49 km²
A small and stable population defines Punthari, where no one has moved in the last five years. This sparsely populated area is far older than most, with the typical resident aged 50. While it is a car-dependent own-township, it is a place of high community spirit, with far more volunteers than the state or national figures. The community is largely Australian-born and predominantly English-speaking, making it a very traditional rural pocket of South Australia.
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The area is far older than the national average, with 31% of residents aged 65 or over. There are very few children, and the proportion of people in de facto relationships is much higher than in most other areas.
The community is almost entirely born in Australia, with 92.9% born here. Those with overseas heritage mainly list English, Australian, and German ancestry.
English is the only language spoken at home by 97.6% of residents. No one in the area speaks a language other than English, which is far below the national figure.
Religion is more common here than elsewhere, as the proportion of people with no religion is far below both the state and national figures. Nearly 60% of residents identify as Christian.
While fewer adults have a bachelor degree compared to the state, a higher proportion have completed Year 12. There are no schools within 3 km of the area.
Incomes are among the lowest for similar areas, with a typical personal weekly income of $450. However, a small group of residents earns $2,000 or more a week, which is well above the state average.
While no residents need help with daily activities, 31% have a long-term health condition, which is about the same as the state average. Lung conditions and diabetes are the most common issues.
This is a highly active community where 27.3% of people volunteer, far above the national figure. A very high proportion also provide unpaid care for children and other people.
The area has no Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander residents, which is lower than most similar areas.
The number of people per home is about the same as the state average, though the proportion of one-parent families is far above the national figure.
Housing is much more affordable than in other areas, with a typical weekly rent of $180. Home loan payments are also a little lower than the state average.
The area is entirely dependent on cars, with no public transport stops or routes available. The drive time to the city is about 68 minutes.
The population is exceptionally static, with no one moving into the area in the last five years.
A high proportion of adults are working or looking for work, though the unemployment rate is well above the national average at 12%.
The area is completely car-dependent with a walkability score of zero. There are no parks, shops, schools, or health services within a 15-minute walk.
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