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Mount Stirling
208 km²
Far from the city and largely rural, Mount Stirling is a sparsely populated area with only 16 residents. It is a remarkably young community where the typical resident is just 30, far younger than the national figure. This youthful profile helps explain why homes are so crowded, with an average of 4.3 people per household. Life here is very quiet and car-dependent, with almost no local services or public transport available.
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The population is very small, consisting of only 16 people. Residents are far younger than those in the rest of the state and country, with a typical age of 30.
The most common country of birth is Australia at 100%, ahead of England (0%).
The most common language used at home is English only at 75%, ahead of Mandarin (0%).
The most common religious affiliation is No religion at 63%, ahead of Christianity (19%).
There are no schools located within 3 km of this area.
Typical household and personal incomes are about the same as the national and state figures. The typical weekly family income is $1,875, which is a little below the state and national averages.
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 here. The First Nations resident has a typical personal income of $450, which is a little below the national figure.
Homes in Mount Stirling are far more crowded than most areas, with 4.3 people per home compared to the state and national figure of 2.5.
Rental costs are far below the state and national averages, with a typical weekly rent of $150. Bedrooms are also more crowded than usual, with 0.90 people per bedroom.
Residents are heavily reliant on cars, as there are no public transport stops or routes. The drive time to the city is very long at 141 minutes.
The most common industries people work in is Agriculture, forestry & fishing at 43%, ahead of Education & training (43%).
The area is almost entirely car-dependent, with a walkability score of 0.1. There are no groceries, schools, or health services within a 15-minute walk, and only 10.5% of homes are near a park.
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