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Square Mile

3 km²

A total of 31 people live in Square Mile, making it a very small and sparsely populated area. The community is notably older than the national average, with a typical age of 47 and no children under 15. This is a high-earning pocket of the region where residents enjoy incomes far above the state and national figures. It is a quiet, car-dependent place where most families are couples with children.

Despite high local incomes, the area's schools serve a less advantaged intake.

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The typical resident is 47, which is far older than the Australian average of 38. While older adults make up nearly 39% of the population, there are no children under 15 living here.

Everyone in the area was born in Australia, a figure far below the national average of 27.7% born overseas. Most residents claim Australian or English ancestry.

English is the main language for the vast majority, though 9.7% of people use another language at home, such as Italian. This is much higher than in most similar areas.

About 67.7% of residents identify as Christian. Those with no religion make up 32.3%, which is well below the national figure of 38.9%.

The area is well-qualified, with 24% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. This is a little above the South Australian average.

Incomes here are very high; the typical weekly household income is $3,624, which is far above the national figure of $1,746. About 16% of people earn $2,000 or more a week.

Residents are in very good health, with only 16.1% having a long-term health condition. This is far below the national average of 27.7%.

Community spirit is high, with 40% of people volunteering, which is far above the national figure. Unpaid care is also common, with 28% of people providing support to others.

There are no Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people living in this area.

Homes here are larger than usual, with an average of 3.4 people per household. Most families consist of couples with children.

Typical monthly home loan payments are $1,950, which is well above the state average. However, weekly rents are far below the national figure at $180.

The area is entirely dependent on cars, as there are no public transport stops or routes available. Nobody in the community works from home.

About 32.3% of residents have moved into the area in the last five years, which is well below the national figure of 40.7%.

Almost everyone is working or looking for work, with a 92% rate and no one currently unemployed. Many residents work in accommodation, food, or construction.

The area is completely car-dependent, with no parks, shops, or health services within a 15-minute walk.

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