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Goomarin
278 km²
Daily life in Goomarin is car-dependent and quiet, as the area is sparsely populated with just 15 residents. It is an older community where the typical resident is 46, far older than the national figure of 38. Incomes here are much lower than in most other areas, with a small population and no local schools or shops within walking distance. This tiny settlement is characterized by a reliance on vehicles for all basic needs.
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The population is small, with only 15 people. Residents are far older than those in Western Australia and across the nation, with a typical age of 46.
The most common country of birth is Australia at 93%, ahead of England (0%).
The most common language used at home is English only at 93%, ahead of Mandarin (0%).
The most common religious affiliation is No religion at 60%, ahead of Christianity (53%).
Education levels are among the lowest for similar areas, and no adults here hold a bachelor degree or higher, which is far below the national figure of 26.3%. There are no schools within 3 km.
Typical weekly incomes are much lower than in most areas; for example, the typical household earns $1,062, which is far below the Western Australian figure of $1,815.
The most common long-term health conditions reported is Diabetes at 33%, ahead of Other condition (20%).
Unpaid care is common here, with 20% of people providing it, which is among the highest rates for similar areas and well above the national figure of 11.9%.
There are no Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people living here.
Homes are a little more crowded than the national average, with 2.8 people per home.
Typical weekly rent is $100, which is among the lowest at this level and far below the national figure of $375.
There are no public transport routes or stops in the area.
The community has a high rate of activity, with 75% of adults working or looking for work, which is far above the national figure of 61.1%.
The area is entirely car-dependent with a walkability score of 0.0. There are no shops, parks, schools, or health services within a 15-minute walk.
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