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Pinelands

4 km²

Located within the Palmerston region of the Northern Territory, Pinelands is a very small, sparsely populated area. It is a community of older residents, with a typical age of 58, which is far older than the national figure. While the area has a high number of public transport stops for its size, it is largely car-dependent for daily needs. The community is characterized by low typical incomes compared to the rest of the territory.

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The population is very small, with only 19 residents. It is an older community, as the typical resident is 58, which is far older than the Northern Territory average of 33.

The most common country of birth is Australia at 53%, ahead of England (0%).

The most common language used at home is English only at 111%, ahead of Mandarin (0%).

The most common religious affiliation is No religion at 68%, ahead of Christianity (58%).

There are four schools within 3 km, which is more than about 73% of similar areas. Most of these are government primary schools.

Incomes are very low in this area. The typical weekly family income is $1,062, which is far below both the Northern Territory figure of $2,213 and the national figure of $2,120.

The most common long-term health conditions reported is Arthritis at 37%, ahead of Asthma (16%).

There are no Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people living here. The First Nations median age is 17, which is much lower than most areas.

Homes here are smaller than usual, with the typical household containing only 1.9 people, well below the national figure of 2.5.

Monthly home-loan payments are among the highest at this level, at $3,000, which is far above the national figure. Typical weekly rent is $275, which is well below the Australian average of $375.

The area has a high number of public transport stops and routes, with 157.89 stops per 1,000 people. However, transit time to the city is longer than in most areas, taking 66 minutes.

The most common industries people work in is Other services at 42%, ahead of Transport & warehousing (33%).

The area is mostly car-dependent, with a walkability score far below the territory average. While nearly 80% of homes are within a 15-minute walk of groceries, no homes are within walking distance of a school or health service.

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