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Bangor
13 km²
Older adults make up a large part of the population in Bangor, where the typical resident is 48. This small community of 77 people is far older than the national average and has very few children. It is a stable, residential area where most people own their homes outright and lead quiet lives. The community is largely Australian-born and speaks only English, creating a consistent local character in this part of Tasmania.
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The area is noticeably older than the state average, with 20.8% of people aged 65 and over. This trend is mirrored by a very low number of children under 15, at only 10.4%.
Most residents were born in Australia, and those with overseas ancestry primarily identify as English, German, Irish or Scottish.
English is the only language used at home here, which is far below the national figure for linguistic diversity.
Christianity is the most common faith at 45.5%, while 42.9% of residents report having no religion, a figure well above the national average.
Educational qualifications are much lower than in most areas, with only 4.3% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher and just 27.0% having completed Year 12.
Typical weekly household incomes are about $1,375, which is well below the national figure. No households in the area earn $3,000 or more per week.
Health needs are high here, as 11.7% of people need help with daily activities and 35.1% have a long-term health condition, both of which are well above the national average.
While 11.6% of people volunteer, a higher than usual 27.5% of residents spend 15 hours or more each week doing unpaid housework.
The First Nations population is very small, consisting of zero people according to the count.
Families are varied, with 56.6% being couples with children, though 27.6% of people live alone.
Housing is very stable, as 100% of homes are separate houses and 51.7% are owned outright, far above the national figure. No one in the area rents.
The area is entirely car-dependent, with every home owning at least one vehicle and no one using public transport to commute.
The community is very settled, with only 19.7% of people moving into the area in the last five years, far below the national rate.
Workforce participation is much lower than in most areas, though those who are working show a strong presence in transport, construction and healthcare.
The area is completely car-dependent, with a walkability score of 0.0 and no shops, schools or health services within a 15-minute walk.
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