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Barbalin
165 km²
Few services and a car-dependent layout define the rural landscape of Barbalin. This is a sparsely populated area with only 17 residents, making it smaller than about 87% of similar places. The community is notably older than the rest of the country, with a typical resident aged 62. Despite its isolation, the area is relatively affluent, with household incomes that sit above the national figure.
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The population is far older than the state and national average, with a typical age of 62 years, which is among the highest for similar areas.
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 65%, ahead of Mandarin (0%).
The most common religious affiliation is Not stated at 41%, ahead of Christianity (24%).
There are no schools within 3 km, a figure that is smaller than about 59% of similar areas.
Typical weekly household income is $1,999, which is much higher than most similar areas and a little above the figures for Western Australia and Australia.
The most common long-term health conditions reported is Mental health at 24%, ahead of Other condition (24%).
There are no Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people living here, a count that is smaller than about 60% of similar areas.
Homes here are smaller than usual, with 2.2 people per home, which is a little below the state and national figure of 2.5.
Typical weekly rent is $50, which is far below the national figure and among the lowest at this level. There are also fewer people per bedroom than in most areas.
Public transport is non-existent with zero routes or stops, leaving the area far below the state average for transport access.
The most common industries people work in is Agriculture, forestry & fishing at 89%, ahead of Mining (0%).
The area is completely car-dependent with a walkability score of 0.0. There are no groceries, health services, or schools within a 15-minute walk, which is far below the state average.
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