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Moora
361 km²
Full-time employment is much more common in Moora than in most similar areas. This regional Western Australian community is a mix of young families and a significant senior population, with over 21% of residents aged 65 or older. It is a place where a high proportion of people identify as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander. Life here is largely centered around detached houses and a strong volunteer spirit, though typical household incomes are well below the state and national figures.
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The community has a strong First Nations presence, with 15.8% of residents identifying as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, which is far above the national figure. The population is noticeably older than the state and national average, with a typical age of 42.
Most residents were born in Australia (76.2%), and the area has far fewer overseas-born people than the state or national average. Those with overseas heritage most commonly cite English, Scottish, or Irish ancestry.
English is the primary language for the vast majority of the community. The proportion of people using another language at home is far below the state and national figures, and very few people speak little or no English.
Religion is common here, with 45.1% of residents identifying as Christian. About 39.5% of people report having no religion, which is slightly below the state average.
Educational attainment is much lower than in most similar areas, with only 8.2% of adults holding a bachelor degree. Year 12 completion is also far below the national figure, at 38.7%.
Typical household incomes are well below those in the rest of the state and nation. Only 13.8% of households earn $3,000 or more a week, which is well below the national figure.
Health challenges are more common here than in many other areas, with 30% of people reporting a long-term health condition. Arthritis is the most frequent long-term condition reported.
Volunteering is a standout feature, with 22.1% of residents volunteering, which is well above the national average. However, rates of unpaid care and housework are much lower than in most similar areas.
The First Nations community is large for this level, though it faces significant challenges. Unemployment is far above the national average at 24.4%, and typical household incomes are much lower than those of the general population.
One-parent families are much more common here than in most areas. There is also a high number of people living alone, which is well above the state average.
Most people live in separate houses, and home ownership is strong, with 35.6% owning their home outright. Both typical weekly rents and mortgage payments are far below the national figure.
The area is heavily reliant on cars, with 71.2% of workers driving to work and very few using public transport. It is a long commute to the city, taking around 117 minutes.
About 31.7% of residents have moved in the last five years, which is well below the national average. Recent arrivals from overseas are also well below the national figure.
Full-time employment is well above the national average, and the local economy is driven by agriculture, forestry, and fishing. However, the overall rate of people working or looking for work is lower than in most areas.
Moora is mostly car-dependent, with a walkability score far below the state average. While many people can walk to a school, no homes are within a 15-minute walk of groceries.