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Minmi
2 km²
A much younger population than usual defines Minmi, where the typical resident is just 35 years old. This is a growing community of 686 people, with a high number of children and a noticeable rise in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents since 2011. The area is distinct for its large family homes and a strong shift toward people identifying with no religion. It feels like a stable residential hub where most people have deep roots and strong ties to their households.
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Families with children are common here, as 21.9% of residents are under 15, which is well above the national figure. The community has become younger over the last decade, with the typical age dropping by six years to 35.
The area is very homogeneous, with 90.7% of people born in Australia. Only 7.6% were born overseas, a figure far below the state and national averages.
English is the dominant language, with 96.6% of people using it at home. Very few people use another language, and no one in the area reported speaking little or no English.
A large number of residents identify with no religion, reaching 46.5% in 2021. This is a significant increase of 24 points since 2011 and is well above the national average.
The workforce is well qualified in trades, with 50% of people holding a Certificate III or IV. While 42.2% finished Year 12, this is far below the state average.
Typical household incomes have risen sharply by $962 since 2011 to reach $1,875 per week. This is higher than most similar areas and is now about the same as the national figure.
Mental health conditions are much more common here than in most areas, affecting 12.5% of residents. This is well above the national figure of 8.8%.
Unpaid care is a key part of local life, with 31.9% of people caring for children, which is well above the national average. However, volunteering has fallen since 2011.
Homes are larger than usual, with an average of 2.9 people per dwelling. This is consistent with a high proportion of couples with children, who make up 61.4% of families.
The landscape is dominated by large separate houses, with 90.6% of homes having three or more bedrooms. Renting is far less common here than across the state, at just 13.7%.
Cars are essential, as 0% of people commute by public transport and almost every home has a vehicle. Working from home has become more popular, rising to 14.7% since 2011.
The community is very stable, with far fewer people moving in the last five years compared to the rest of the country. No recent arrivals from overseas were recorded.
A high proportion of adults are working or looking for work, at 70.1%, which is far above the state average. Full-time employment rose by 8.3 points since 2011.
The area is very walkable, with almost all homes within a 15-minute walk of groceries, schools, and parks. However, there are no health services within a 15-minute walk.