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Kurrenkutten
311 km²
A small population of just 33 people defines Kurrenkutten, a rural area where families with children are common. It is a place where people are generally healthier and more active in their community than in most other areas. The community is largely car-dependent and relies heavily on the agricultural industry for work. With a typical resident aged 41, it is noticeably older than the Western Australian average, yet it has a surprisingly high proportion of children under 15.
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Children under 15 make up 24.2% of the population, which is well above the national figure of 18.2%. The typical resident is 41, making the area noticeably older than the state and national average of 38.
Most residents were born in Australia, though 12.1% were born overseas, primarily in New Zealand. This is far below the state figure of 32.2%.
English is the only language used at home, which is far below the national average where 22.3% of people use another language.
A large majority of people here report having no religion at 78.8%, which is far above the national figure of 38.9%.
Half of the residents have completed Year 12, which is higher than most similar areas, though the 16% with a bachelor degree or higher is far below the national figure of 26.3%.
Typical personal weekly incomes are $1,062, which is well above the national figure of $805. Typical household incomes are also a little above the state and national averages.
Residents are in good health, with only 18.2% having a long-term health condition, which is well below the national figure of 27.7%. No one reported needing help with daily activities.
Community spirit is very high, with 56% of people volunteering, a figure far above the national average of 14.1%. Unpaid care and housework are also much more common here than in most areas.
The area has a very small First Nations population, which is well below the state average of 3.3%.
Homes are larger than usual, with 3.1 people per home, slightly above the national average of 2.5. Most families consist of couples with children.
Typical weekly rents are $200, which is far below the national average of $375. Monthly home loan payments are also a little lower than the state average.
The area is entirely car-dependent, with no public transport stops. However, 35% of people work from home, which is far above the national figure of 21%.
The population is relatively stable, with only 24.3% of people moving in the last five years, far below the national figure of 40.7%.
Job prospects are strong, with 80% of adults working or looking for work, far above the national average. Most people work in agriculture, forestry, and fishing.
The area is completely car-dependent with a walkability score of 0.0, as there are no shops, schools, or health services within a 15-minute walk.
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