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Stockport

61 km²

Families with children are more common in Stockport than in most similar areas. This community in the Clare and Gilbert Valleys is notably younger than the national average, with 20.2% of people under 15. It is a place where nearly every home is a separate house and a high proportion of couples live together in de facto relationships. While it has a small population of 272, it is distinct for its very high rate of volunteering and a strong preference for non-religious beliefs.

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The typical resident is 44, which is noticeably older than the national figure. However, children under 15 make up 20.2% of the population, a rate well above both the state and national averages.

Most residents were born in Australia, and English ancestry is the most common at 55.5%. About 14.7% of the population was born overseas, which is higher than in most similar areas.

English is the primary language here, with 96% of people using it at home. This is far below the national and state figures for people using another language.

A large majority of the community identifies with no religion at 61.0%. This is far above the national average of 38.9%.

Education levels are lower than in most similar areas, with only 9.4% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. This is far below the national figure of 26.3%.

The typical family income is $1,696 a week, which is well below the national figure of $2,120. However, typical household income is about the same as the South Australian average.

Long-term health conditions are more common here than in most similar areas, affecting 30.9% of people. Arthritis is the most reported condition at 9.9%.

Volunteering is a standout feature of the area, with 25% of people volunteering, which is far above the national figure of 14.1%.

There are six First Nations people in the area, with a typical age of 12, which is far younger than the state and national figures.

Homes tend to be larger than average, with 2.6 people per home. This is consistent with the high number of couples with children, who make up 55.3% of families.

Separate houses make up 97% of all homes, far above the national average. Weekly rent is $220, which is far below the national figure of $375.

The area is entirely car-dependent, with no one commuting by public transport and every single home owning at least one motor vehicle.

About 34.7% of residents moved here in the last five years. There have been no recent arrivals from overseas.

Working or looking for work is common for 62.1% of adults. The most common industries for local jobs are manufacturing and agriculture.

The area has seen a very large increase in crime over the last five years, with the rate rising by 350%. Assault-related offences are much higher than in most similar areas.

Stockport is highly car-dependent, with a walkability score far below the state average. No homes are within a 15-minute walk of groceries, health services, or schools.

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