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Marracoonda
58 km²
A total population of just 17 people makes Marracoonda a sparsely populated area in the Katanning region. The community is small and largely non-residential, with a typical resident aged 39. It is a car-dependent area where homes are far from basic services and the landscape is very quiet. Living costs here are remarkably low compared to the rest of the state.
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The population is very small, with only 17 residents. The typical person is 39, which is a little older than the national figure of 38.
The most common country of birth is Australia at 76%, ahead of England (24%).
The most common language used at home is English only at 82%, ahead of Mandarin (0%).
The most common religious affiliation is Christianity at 53%, ahead of No religion (29%).
There are no schools within 3 km of the area.
Typical weekly personal income is $880, which is a little above the national figure. However, typical household income is $1,375, which is well below both the state and national figures.
The most common long-term health conditions reported is Arthritis at 0%, ahead of Asthma (0%).
First Nations residents in this area are far younger than the state average, with a typical age of just 8. The typical First Nations household income is $2,250, which is well above the national figure.
There are about 2.4 people per home, which is about the same as the national figure.
Housing costs are very low, with typical weekly rents at $138 and home-loan payments at $433, both far below the state and national figures. There are also far fewer people per bedroom than is usual.
The area has no public transport stops or routes, and departures are far below the state average.
The most common industries people work in is Agriculture, forestry & fishing at 63%, ahead of Mining (0%).
Marracoonda is completely car-dependent, with no parks, shops, or health services within a 15-minute walk. Its walkability score of 0.0 is far below the Western Australian average.
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