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Rocky Plain

37 km²

A typical weekly household income of just $225 makes Rocky Plain one of the lowest-earning areas in the region. This is a sparsely populated place with only 8 residents, most of whom are far older than the national average. The area is almost entirely car-dependent and lacks basic local services, reflecting its remote rural character in South Australia.

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The community is notably elderly, with a typical resident aged 60. This is far older than the typical person in South Australia, who is 41, and 22 years older than the national figure.

The most common country of birth is Australia at 125%, ahead of England (0%).

The most common language used at home is English only at 75%, ahead of Mandarin (0%).

The most common religious affiliation is Christianity at 88%, ahead of No religion (75%).

There are no schools within 3 km of the area, a situation more common than in about 59% of similar places.

Earnings are very low here, with typical weekly personal incomes of $187, which is far below the South Australian figure of $734.

The most common long-term health conditions reported is Arthritis at 0%, ahead of Asthma (0%).

There are no Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people living here, which is the case for about 60% of similar areas.

Households are smaller than usual, with 2.0 people per home, which is well below the national average of 2.5.

Rent is very affordable at a typical $100 per week, far below the national figure of $375. Homes are also less crowded, with 0.70 people per bedroom.

The area is isolated, with a 91-minute drive to the city and no public transport stops or routes available.

The most common industries people work in is Agriculture, forestry & fishing at 200%, ahead of Mining (0%).

There are no shops, parks, or health services within a 15-minute walk. The walkability score is 0.0, meaning the area is completely car-dependent.

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