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Stuart
8 km²
A very young population defines Stuart, where the typical resident is just 28 years old. This community has a strong First Nations presence and a high number of children, which is consistent with the larger-than-usual households found here. While many residents rent their homes and face lower incomes, there is a notable group of high earners and professionals. The area is a mix of young families and a significant proportion of people living alone.
Household incomes here are high, yet Stuart's schools draw a notably less advantaged community.
Families are well catered for: 13 schools serve Stuart.
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First Nations people make up 53.2% of the population, far above the national figure of 3.2%. Children under 15 are also well represented at 28.5%, making this area much younger than most of Australia.
Most residents were born in Australia, though 15.7% were born overseas, a rate higher than in most similar areas. Common ancestries include Australian and English, both at 12%.
About 32.5% of people use a language other than English at home, which is far above the national figure of 22.3%. Despite this diversity, very few people speak little or no English.
About 48.8% of residents identify as Christian, while 37.9% report no religion, which is about the same as the Northern Territory and national figures.
A higher-than-usual 18.6% of adults hold a bachelor degree or higher. However, Year 12 completion is far below the national figure, with only 44% of residents finishing school.
Typical household incomes are a little above the national figure at $2,025 per week. The area also has a much higher share of households earning $3,000 or more weekly than most similar places.
Residents are generally healthier than average, with long-term health conditions affecting 18.1% of people, which is well below the national figure of 27.7%.
Unpaid care for children is more common here than in most areas, though volunteer rates are a little below the national figure of 14.1%.
First Nations residents are typically younger than average, with a typical age of 20. While 40.6% speak a First Nations language, typical personal income is far below the national figure.
One-parent families are very common at 24.1%, which is well above the national figure of 14.1%. About 26.8% of people live alone, and typical homes hold 2.6 people.
Renting is far more common here than elsewhere in Australia, at 65.9%. While typical weekly rents are far below the national figure, home ownership is also among the lowest for its level.
Public transport use is much higher than in most areas, supported by a high number of stops. However, 19.8% of homes have no motor vehicle, which is far above the national figure.
About 34.6% of residents moved in the last five years. Recent arrivals from overseas make up 12.5% of the population, which is higher than in most similar areas.
Full-time employment is far above the national figure at 74.1%, and the unemployment rate is very low at 1.7%. Many people work in public administration and safety.
Most homes are within a short walk of groceries and parks, though health services are far less accessible than in other parts of the Territory.
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