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Cox Peninsula
779 km²
Only six people live in the sparsely populated Cox Peninsula, making it one of the smallest areas at its level. This remote community is remarkably young, with a typical resident aged just 25, which is far younger than the national figure. Despite its small size, the area is distinctive for its high incomes, with typical household earnings far exceeding those seen across the Northern Territory and Australia.
Household incomes here are high, yet Cox Peninsula's schools draw a notably less advantaged community.
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The area is very small and has a young population, with the typical resident aged 25, which is far younger than the national typical age of 38.
The most common country of birth is Australia at 150%, ahead of England (0%).
The most common language used at home is English only at 150%, ahead of Mandarin (0%).
The most common religious affiliation is Not stated at 117%, ahead of Christianity (50%).
There is one government school within 3km, though the area's average school size and school advantage scores are among the lowest at this level.
Typical incomes are among the highest at this level; for example, the typical weekly household income of $3,749 is far above the national figure of $1,746.
The most common long-term health conditions reported is Arthritis at 0%, ahead of Asthma (0%).
First Nations residents here are far older than the national typical age of 24, with a typical age of 57 and a typical personal income of $1,499, which is far above the national figure.
Homes usually hold 2.5 people, which is about the same as the national figure and a little below the Northern Territory average of 2.8.
Housing is less crowded than most areas, with only 0.60 people per bedroom, and typical monthly home-loan payments of $975 are far below the national figure.
There are no public transport routes or stops in the area, leaving it far below the Northern Territory average for service availability.
The most common industries people work in is Transport & warehousing at 100%, ahead of Agriculture, forestry & fishing (0%).
The area is completely car-dependent with a walkability score of 0.0, as no homes are within a 15-minute walk of groceries, health services, or schools.
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