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Dryandra
58 km²
Only seven people live in Dryandra, making it one of the smallest areas in the state. This is a sparsely populated place where residents are far older than the national typical age of 38. Life here is very quiet and car-dependent, with homes that are much more crowded than those in the rest of the state. It is a small, secluded community located in the Rest of WA region.
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The population is very small and aging, with a typical resident aged 46, which is far older than the Western Australian and national figure of 38.
The most common country of birth is Australia at 57%, ahead of England (0%).
The most common language used at home is English only at 100%, ahead of Mandarin (0%).
The most common religious affiliation is Christianity at 43%, ahead of No religion (43%).
There are no schools within 3 km of the area.
Incomes are much lower than most similar areas, with a typical family earning $1,125 a week, which is far below the state figure of $2,214.
The most common long-term health conditions reported is Arthritis at 0%, ahead of Asthma (0%).
There are no Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people living in this area.
Homes in Dryandra are crowded, with 3.5 people per home, which is well above the state and national figure of 2.5.
Living conditions are far more crowded than the national average, with 3 people per bedroom compared to the usual 0.8.
The area is remote, with a drive time to the city of 137 minutes and no public transport routes or stops.
The most common industries people work in is Accommodation & food at 133%, ahead of Agriculture, forestry & fishing (0%).
The area is entirely car-dependent with a walkability score of 0.0, as no homes are within a 15-minute walk of groceries, health services, or schools.
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