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Nanga

1,803 km²

Sparse landscapes and few neighbours define Nanga, a largely non-residential area in the Shark Bay region. With only 4 people living here, the community is very small and far older than the national average. Life in this remote setting is deeply car-dependent, with no local shops, schools or public transport. It is a quiet, isolated place where the typical resident is 53 years old.

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The population is tiny and much older than most areas. The typical resident is 53, which is far older than the Western Australian and national figures of 38 years.

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 125%, ahead of Mandarin (0%).

The most common religious affiliation is No religion at 125%, ahead of Christianity (0%).

There are no schools within 3 km, which is a common feature for about 59% of similar areas.

Incomes here are among the lowest at this level. The typical family and household both earn $900 a week, which is far below the state figure of $1,815.

The most common long-term health conditions reported is Arthritis at 0%, ahead of Asthma (0%).

There are no Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people recorded here, though the typical age for First Nations people in the area is 53, far older than the national figure of 24.

Homes are smaller than usual, with only 2.0 people per home, well below the state and national average of 2.5.

Despite fewer people per home, the number of people per bedroom is 2.0, which is far above the national figure of 0.80.

Public transport is non-existent here, with no routes or stops available for the small population.

Nanga is completely car-dependent with a walkability score of 0.0. There are no groceries, health services or schools within a 15-minute walk, leaving the area far below state averages for accessibility.

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