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Mowbray
9 km²
A far higher proportion of people are born overseas in Mowbray than in most similar areas, with 31.1% of the population hailing from outside Australia. This creates a diverse, international character in a community where the typical resident is just 32, making it noticeably younger than the rest of the state. While the area has grown by about 7.9% since 2011, it remains a place of lower typical incomes and a high rental population. These factors combine to create a transient, multicultural hub within the Launceston region.
The area's schools rate above its broader socio-economic standing.
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Mowbray is much younger than most areas, with a typical age of 32 and only 13.7% of people aged 65 or over. The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander population has risen to 5.1%, which is much higher than most similar areas.
People born overseas make up 31.1% of the community, a figure that has risen by 8.5 points since 2011 and is far above the Tasmanian average. Nepal, India, and China are among the most common birthplaces outside Australia.
Language diversity is very high, with 28.4% of people using a language other than English at home. This is far above the state average and consistent with the high number of overseas-born residents.
People with no religion make up 43.4% of the population, which is well above the national figure. This has seen a significant increase of 15 points since 2011.
A bachelor degree or higher is held by 21.9% of adults, which is about the same as the state average. Since 2011, the share of adults with a degree has risen by 11 points.
Typical weekly incomes are much lower than in most areas, with the typical household earning $1,138. Only 6.1% of households earn $3,000 or more per week, which is among the lowest for its level.
Mental health conditions are reported by 11.6% of residents, which is much higher than most areas. Additionally, 6.9% of people need help with daily activities, slightly above the national figure.
Unpaid work is less common here than elsewhere; for example, the share of people caring for children unpaid is much lower than most areas and has fallen since 2011.
There are 206 First Nations people in the area, with a typical age of 25. Year 12 completion for this group is 30.2%, which is well below both the state and national figures.
One-parent families are very common at 22.6%, which is well above the national average. Meanwhile, 31.3% of people live alone, a figure much higher than most similar areas.
Renting is very common, with 48.1% of households renting, far above the state average. Homes tend to be smaller, with 61.7% having three or more bedrooms, which is far below the national figure.
A high 12.0% of homes have no motor vehicle, which is well above the national average. However, public transport access is limited, with a long 23-minute walk to the nearest stop.
The population is highly mobile, with 49.8% of people moving in the last five years. Recent arrivals from overseas make up 41.2% of the community, among the highest for its level.
Unemployment is high at 9.2%, which is well above the national figure. Full-time employment is also far below the national average at 45.8%.
Mowbray is ranked among the most disadvantaged areas, with an overall advantage score of 853. It has a low number of businesses and limited access to money and resources.
The area is generally warmer than other parts of Tasmania, with an average maximum temperature of 18.4 degrees. Annual rainfall is a little below the state average.
Mowbray is very walkable, with 84.5% of homes within a 15-minute walk of a 'city' environment. Most residents can easily reach health services, groceries, and parks on foot.