Shannon vs Steppes

Steppes and Shannon (Tas.) are both sparsely populated areas in Tasmania. Steppes has a very small population of just 4 people, while Shannon (Tas.) is largely non-residential with no residents. The most notable difference is the travel time to the city, which is 73 minutes for Steppes but well higher in Shannon (Tas.) at 96 minutes. Shannon (Tas.) also has a slightly steeper terrain slope at 9.2% compared to 7.4% in Steppes.

Both areas have remained very similar over time, with neither recording any residents or businesses since 2011. They are both car-dependent, with no public transport stops, schools, or shops within walking distance. The typical experience in both places is one of extreme isolation, as no homes in either area are within a 15-minute walk of a park or health service.