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Whitlam
3 km²
A tiny population of just 7 people makes Whitlam a sparsely populated and largely non-residential area. It is an exceptionally young place, with a typical resident aged only 27. While the few people living here face very low incomes, they reside in crowded conditions with an unusual number of people per home. This small pocket of the ACT is largely car-dependent despite having many public transport stops for its size.
Modest local incomes, but the area's schools serve a more advantaged intake.
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The area is far younger than both the territory and the nation, with a typical resident aged 27. This is among the lowest ages seen at this level.
The most common country of birth is Australia at 57%, ahead of India (57%).
The most common language used at home is Punjabi at 100%, ahead of English only (0%).
The most common religious affiliation is Other religions at 100%, ahead of Christianity (0%).
Whitlam has an average school advantage score among the highest at this level, with ten schools located within 3 km.
Typical weekly incomes are far below the national and territory figures, with the typical personal income at just $75.
The most common long-term health conditions reported is Arthritis at 0%, ahead of Asthma (0%).
There are no Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people living here, a figure smaller than about 60% of similar areas.
Homes here are very crowded, with 6.0 people per home, which is far above the national and territory figure of 2.5.
Living conditions are dense with 1.50 people per bedroom, while typical monthly home-loan payments are well above the territory average at $2,750.
Public transport stops and weekly departures per 1,000 people are among the highest at this level, though the transit time to the city is higher than most areas.
The area is mostly car-dependent with a walkability score far below the territory average, as no homes are within a 15-minute walk of groceries, health services, or schools.