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Burges

41 km²

Typical weekly personal incomes in Burges are $1,062, which is well above the national figure. This is a sparsely populated area with only 11 residents. It is a very old community, with a typical age of 71, which is far older than the rest of the state. The small population lives in a remote setting where daily life relies entirely on cars.

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The community is far older than the state and national average, with a typical age of 71. It is a very small area with only 11 people.

The most common country of birth is Australia at 82%, ahead of England (0%).

The most common language used at home is English only at 82%, ahead of Mandarin (0%).

The most common religious affiliation is Christianity at 45%, ahead of No religion (45%).

The average school advantage score is lower than most areas, and there is one school within 3 km.

Weekly family incomes are well above the national figure at $2,999, and personal incomes are much higher than most areas. However, typical household incomes are far below the state and national figures.

The most common long-term health conditions reported is Arthritis at 45%, ahead of Asthma (0%).

There are no Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people living here.

Homes are small, with only 1.5 people per home, which is far below the national figure.

There are very few people per bedroom, well below the state average. Typical monthly home-loan payments are $2,011, which is much higher than most areas.

The area is car-dependent, with a 76-minute drive to the city and no public transport stops or routes.

The most common industries people work in is Agriculture, forestry & fishing at 43%, ahead of Education & training (43%).

Walking is not an option here, as no homes are within a 15-minute walk of parks, shops, or health services. The walkability score is 0.0, far below the state average.

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