Morass Bay vs Steppes

Morass Bay and Steppes are both sparsely populated areas in Tasmania. They differ sharply in demographics and wealth, with the typical resident in Morass Bay being just 25 years old while the typical resident in Steppes is far older at 67. This age gap is matched by a large difference in income; typical weekly household income in Morass Bay is $2,250, which is far higher than the $824 seen in Steppes. Homes in Morass Bay are also much more crowded, with an average of 5.0 people per home compared to 1.7 in Steppes.

Both areas have tracked similarly since 2011, remaining largely non-residential and car-dependent. They share a complete lack of local services, with no homes within a 15-minute walk of groceries, health services, schools, or public transport. While Morass Bay is a little more walkable, both areas sit well below the national figure for access to amenities.