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Rapid Bay
15 km²
A typical resident is far older than the national average at 56 years old in Rapid Bay. This is a very small and sparsely populated area with only 15 people. The community is characterised by low incomes and small households, creating a quiet, residential feel in a remote coastal setting.
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The population is small, with only 15 residents. This community is far older than the national figure, with a typical age of 56 years.
The most common country of birth is Australia at 47%, ahead of England (0%).
The most common language used at home is English only at 73%, ahead of Mandarin (0%).
The most common religious affiliation is Not stated at 60%, ahead of Christianity (27%).
There is one primary government school in the area, though the average school size is much lower than most similar areas.
Incomes here are among the lowest at this level. Typical weekly family and household incomes are $450, which is far below the South Australian figure of $1,889.
The most common long-term health conditions reported is Arthritis at 40%, ahead of Asthma (0%).
There are zero Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people living here, a figure smaller than about 60% of similar areas.
Homes are small, with only 1.2 people per home. This is far below the national figure of 2.5.
The area has 0.70 people per bedroom, which is a little below the national average of 0.80.
Rapid Bay is car-dependent with no public transport stops or routes. It takes about 73 minutes to drive to the city.
The most common industries people work in is Accommodation & food at 67%, ahead of Agriculture, forestry & fishing (0%).
The area is very car-dependent with a walkability score of 1.1. While nearly 80% of homes are within a 15-minute walk of a school, no homes are within walking distance of groceries or health services.
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