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Yilliminning
187 km²
A remarkably high proportion of children live in Yilliminning, which sets it apart from most similar areas. This small community of 47 people is noticeably older than the state average, with a typical age of 42, yet it feels young because over a third of residents are under 15. It is a place of high engagement and relative prosperity, where almost half the population volunteers and typical incomes sit well above the state and national figures.
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Families are a central feature here, with children under 15 making up 36.2% of the population, a figure far above the national average of 18.2%. Conversely, seniors aged 65 and over make up only 8.5%, which is well below the state average.
The community is almost entirely Australian-born, with no residents born overseas and a heritage primarily linked to Australian, English, Irish, and Scottish roots.
English is the only language spoken at home, meaning there are no residents who speak another language or struggle with English, which is far below the state and national figures.
A majority of the community identifies as having no religion, at 55.3%, which is far above the national figure of 38.9%.
Year 12 completion is much higher than in most similar areas at 56.4%. Qualifications are often linked to the local landscape, with 31% of degrees in agriculture and environment.
Typical weekly household incomes are $2,333, which is well above the state figure of $1,815. This prosperity is reflected in the fact that 17.9% of people earn over $2,000 a week, a rate well above the national average.
A high proportion of residents, 10.6%, need help with daily activities, which is well above the national average of 5.8%. Long-term health conditions are reported by 27.7% of the population.
Yilliminning is an exceptionally active community, with 48.7% of people volunteering—far above the state average of 15.9%. About one in five people also provide unpaid care, which is well above the national figure.
There are no Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people recorded here, which is smaller than about 60% of similar areas.
Homes are slightly larger than usual, with 2.8 people per household. Most families are couples, and one-parent families are much less common here than in most other areas.
Weekly rent is very affordable at $200, which is far below the state average of $340 and the national figure of $375.
The area is entirely dependent on cars, with no public transport stops or routes. However, 21.4% of the workforce works from home, which is far above the state average.
The population is relatively stable, with 27.7% of people moving in the last five years, far below the national average of 40.7%.
The local workforce is very active, with 71.8% of adults working or looking for work, far above the national figure. Unemployment is non-existent at 0.0%, with many residents employed in agriculture, forestry, and fishing.
The area is highly car-dependent with a walkability score of 0.1. There are no groceries, schools, or health services within a 15-minute walk, leaving only parks as a reachable amenity.
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