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Urana
4 km²
A far older population than most similar areas defines Urana, where the typical resident is now 60. This small community of 248 people has seen a significant shift since 2011, with a sharp rise in seniors and a fall in children. It is a place of modest means and high home ownership, where many residents are retirees. The town's character is shaped by this ageing demographic, which is reflected in the high need for health support and a strong spirit of volunteering.
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Urana is far older than the state and national averages, with 38.3% of residents aged 65 and over. Children under 15 make up only 8.9% of the population, which is well below the national figure of 18.2%.
Most residents were born in Australia, though those born overseas now make up 8.1% of the community. The most common ancestries are English at 40.7% and Australian at 39.5%.
English is the main language for 90.3% of the community. Only 3.6% of people use another language at home, which is far below the New South Wales average of 26.6%.
Christianity is the dominant faith at 68.5%. Those reporting no religion make up 24.6% of the population, a figure that is well below the state average.
Educational attainment is lower than most areas, with only 6.5% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. A typical resident's highest school year is Year 10.
Typical weekly household income is $770, which is far below the national figure of $1,746. No households in the area earn $3,000 or more per week.
Health challenges are common here; 53.6% of people have a long-term health condition, and 17.7% need help with daily activities. This is far above both state and national levels.
Volunteering is very common at 23.0%, which is far above the state average. Many residents also provide unpaid care, with 15.7% doing so.
Living alone is much more common here than elsewhere, accounting for 37.4% of households. This helps explain why the typical home is smaller, with only 2.1 people per dwelling.
Urana is dominated by separate houses, making up 99.1% of homes. A huge 65.4% of these are owned outright, which is far above the national average of 31%.
Most people rely on cars, with 53.2% driving to work. No one in the community uses public transport to commute.
About 31.1% of residents have moved in the last five years, which is well below the national average. Recent arrivals from overseas make up 15% of the population.
Working or looking for work is much less common here than in other areas, at 39.1%. For those employed, the most common sector is public administration and safety at 26%.
The area is very walkable, with nearly all homes within a 15-minute walk of a school, health services, and groceries. This accessibility is far above the state average.