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Dandanning
206 km²
A young and small population of just 26 people makes up the community of Dandanning. This area is far younger than the national average, with a typical resident aged only 27. It is a place where families are the norm, with a very high proportion of children and a significant number of young adults. This young age structure helps explain why households are larger and more crowded than in most other areas.
Despite high local incomes, the area's schools serve a less advantaged intake.
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Children under 15 make up 26.9% of the population, which is well above the national figure of 18.2%. The area is far younger than Western Australia and the rest of the country, while seniors aged 65 and over are much fewer here than in most similar areas.
Everyone in Dandanning was born in Australia, which is far below the state and national proportions of overseas-born residents. English and Australian are the most common ancestries reported.
English is the only language used at home, a figure that is far below the national average where 22.3% of people use a language other than English.
Christianity is the most common religion at 46.2%, and 38.5% of residents report no religion, which is about the same as the national figure.
The area is served by one government school, though the average school size and school advantage score are both lower than in most similar areas.
Typical incomes are among the highest for this level, with weekly personal income at $1,375, which is far above the national figure of $805. Typical household income is also well above both the state and national averages.
Residents are in very good health, with long-term health conditions affecting only 15.4% of people, which is far below the national figure of 27.7%. No one reported needing help with daily activities or having a mental health condition.
There are no Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people living here, a figure that is smaller than about 60% of similar areas.
Most homes are couples with children, and with 3.1 people per home, households are larger than the state and national averages of 2.5.
The typical monthly home-loan payment of $716 is among the lowest for this level and far below the national average. Weekly rent is also far below the national figure.
There are no public transport stops or routes in the area, and weekly departures are far below the state average.
The most common industries people work in is Agriculture, forestry & fishing at 47%, ahead of Education & training (20%).
The area is completely car-dependent with a walkability score of 0.0. No homes are within a 15-minute walk of groceries, health services, or schools, though some residents are near parks.
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