# Camdale

Suburb / Locality · Area profile

Located in: Tasmania › Rest of Tas. › Burnie › 7320, TAS

Area: 1 km²

A very high proportion of residents identify as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander in Camdale, where 16.5% of the population is First Nations. This is a remarkably young community with a typical age of 36 and no residents aged 65 or over. It is a family-oriented area where children under 15 make up 20.3% of the population. The community is mostly non-religious and is characterised by larger households compared to the rest of the state.

## Demographics & Identity

The area is much younger than most, with the typical resident aged 36 and a notable 20.3% of people being children. In contrast to the rest of the state, there are no seniors aged 65 or over and no one in a de facto relationship.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Total population | 79 | — |
| Median age | 36 yrs | — |
| Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander population | 16.5% | — |
| People aged 65 and over | 0.0% | — |
| Children under 15 | 20.3% | — |
| People in a de facto relationship | 0.0% | — |

**Age structure** — Young adults (25–44) 24.1%, Children (0–14) 20.3%, Older adults (45–64) 17.7%, Youth (15–24) 11.4%

**Marital status** — Married 41.3%, Never married 36.5%, Divorced 4.8%, Separated 4.8%

## Ancestry & Birthplace

Most residents were born in Australia, with only 6.3% born overseas, which is far below the national figure. Australian and English are the most common ancestries.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| People born overseas | 6.3% | — |

**Country of birth** — Australia 91.1%

**Ancestry** — Australian 54.4%, English 29.1%, Scottish 5.1%, Irish 3.8%

## Language

English is the primary language for 91.1% of people. While 6.3% use another language at home, which is higher than many similar areas, no one reported speaking little or no English.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| People using another language at home | 6.3% | — |
| People who speak little or no English | 0.0% | — |

**Language used at home** — English only 91.1%

## Religion

The community is overwhelmingly non-religious, with 70.9% of people reporting no religion. This is far above the Tasmanian figure of 50% and the national figure of 38.9%.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| People with no religion | 70.9% | — |

**Religious affiliation** — No religion 70.9%, Christianity 24.1%, Not stated 6.3%

## Education & Qualifications

Educational attainment is much lower than most areas, with only 30.9% of residents completing Year 12 and 6.3% holding a bachelor degree or higher. Many adults hold a Certificate III or IV.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Completed Year 12 | 30.9% | — |
| Adults with a bachelor degree or higher | 6.3% | — |
| Schools within 3 km | 8 | — |
| Average school size | 416 | — |
| Average school ICSEA | 974 | — |

**Highest year of school** — Year 10 45.5%, Year 12 30.9%, Year 11 12.7%, Year 9 or below 7.3%

**Highest qualification level** — Certificate III / IV 62.5%, Bachelor degree 12.5%, Advanced diploma / diploma 12.5%

**Field of qualification** — Engineering & related 37.5%, Society & culture 25.0%, Architecture & building 12.5%, Management & commerce 12.5%, Health 9.4%

## Income

Typical weekly household income is $1,458, which is about the same as the state average. However, typical family income at $1,375 is well below the national figure of $2,120.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Median personal income (weekly) | $662 | — |
| Median household income (weekly) | $1,458 | — |
| Median family income (weekly) | $1,375 | — |
| People earning $2,000+ a week | 4.8% | — |
| Households earning $3,000+ a week | 13.0% | — |

**Household income distribution** — $650–$1,499 21.7%, $1,500–$2,999 13.0%, $4,000 or more 13.0%

**Personal income distribution** — Under $650 44.4%, $650–$1,499 41.3%, $3,000 or more 4.8%

## Health & Disability

A small number of people—21.5%—have a long-term health condition, which is well below the national average. However, 11.4% of the population lives with a mental health condition.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| People with a long-term health condition | 21.5% | — |
| People with a mental health condition | 11.4% | — |
| People needing help with daily activities | 7.6% | — |

**Long-term health conditions reported** — Mental health 11.4%, Other condition 11.4%, Arthritis 7.6%, Diabetes 5.1%

**Number of long-term health conditions** — None 59.5%, One condition 13.9%, Two conditions 3.8%

## Community Participation

Caring for children is common here, with 31.7% of people providing unpaid childcare. The area also has a higher rate of former Defence Force members than most, though volunteering is very low at 7.9%.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Volunteers | 7.9% | — |
| People providing unpaid care | 6.3% | — |
| People caring for children unpaid | 31.7% | — |
| People who served in the Defence Force | 6.8% | — |
| People doing 15+ hours of unpaid housework | 22.2% | — |

## First Nations

The First Nations community is young, with a typical age of just 8 years. Both typical personal and household incomes for First Nations residents are well above the state and national figures.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people | 13 | — |
| First Nations median age | 8 yrs | — |
| First Nations median personal income | $824 | — |
| First Nations household income | $2,124 | — |

## Family & Households

Homes are larger than usual, with an average of 3.2 people per dwelling. While 66.7% of households are couples with children, 30.4% of people live alone.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Average household size | 3.2 | — |
| One-parent families | 10.6% | — |
| People living alone | 30.4% | — |

**Family composition** — Couples with children 66.7%, One-parent families 10.6%, Other families 10.6%, Couples without children 9.1%

**Household size** — 4 people 56.5%, 1 person 30.4%, 2 people 26.1%

## Housing & Dwellings

Renting is very common at 43.5%, far above the national average. Typical weekly rent is $210, which is well below the state figure of $290.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Median rent (weekly) | $210 | — |
| Median mortgage repayment (monthly) | $998 | — |
| Average people per bedroom | 1.00 | — |
| Households renting | 43.5% | — |
| Homes owned outright | 39.1% | — |
| Separate (detached) houses | 69.6% | — |
| Homes with three or more bedrooms | 65.2% | — |

**How homes are owned or rented** — Rented 43.5%, Owned outright 39.1%, Owned with a mortgage 39.1%

**Types of homes** — Separate house 69.6%, Townhouse / semi-detached 13.0%, Flat or apartment 13.0%

**Bedrooms per home** — 2 bedrooms 39.1%, 3 bedrooms 34.8%, 4 bedrooms 30.4%

**Weekly rent distribution** — $200–$349 90.0%

**Monthly mortgage distribution** — Under $1,000 44.4%

## Transport & Vehicles

While almost every home has a motor vehicle, there are many public transport stops relative to the population. Very few people use public transport to commute, and 14.7% of workers operate from home.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Homes with no motor vehicle | 0.0% | — |
| People working from home | 14.7% | — |
| Commuting by public transport | 0.0% | — |
| Public transport stops | 5 | — |
| PT stops per 1,000 people | 63.29 | — |
| Weekly PT departures per 1,000 people | 4,949.4 | — |
| Public transport routes | 2 | — |
| Walk to nearest stop (min) | 5 | — |
| Drive time to the city (min) | 203 | — |

**How people get to work** — Car (driver) 64.7%, Worked at home 14.7%

**Motor vehicles per home** — 3 vehicles 34.8%, 2 vehicles 26.1%, 4 or more 17.4%, 1 vehicle 13.0%

## Migration & Movement

The population is very stable, with only 17.9% of people moving in the last five years. This is far below the national figure of 40.7%.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| People who moved in the last 5 years | 17.9% | — |

## Jobs & Industry

The area has no reported unemployment, and 58.8% of people work full-time. Common industries include transport, warehousing, and retail trade.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unemployment rate | 0.0% | — |
| Labour-force participation | 55.6% | — |
| Employed full-time | 58.8% | — |

**Industries people work in** — Transport & warehousing 14.7%, Retail trade 11.8%, Accommodation & food 11.8%, Health care & social assistance 11.8%, Construction 8.8%, Other services 8.8%

**Occupations people work in** — Technicians & trades 29.4%, Community & personal service 23.5%, Sales workers 11.8%, Labourers 11.8%, Clerical & administrative 8.8%, Machinery operators & drivers 8.8%

## Walkability

Most homes are within a short walk of a park, groceries, and public transport. However, no homes are within a 15-minute walk of a school.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Walkability score | 4.7 | — |
| Amenity types within a 15-minute walk | 4.0 | — |
| Homes with a 15-minute-city walkshed | 19.7% | — |
| Homes within 15 min walk of groceries | 79.5% | — |
| Homes within 10 min walk of public transport | 98.4% | — |
| Homes within 15 min walk of a school | 0.0% | — |
| Homes within 15 min walk of a park | 99.2% | — |
| Homes within 15 min walk of health services | 18.9% | — |
| Walkable amenities per 1,000 residents | 88.6 | — |
| Street connectivity (intersections/km²) | 25 | — |
| Mean terrain slope | 9.0% | — |

## Schools serving Camdale

8 schools, 3,331 students, average ICSEA 974.

By sector: Government 5, Catholic 2, Independent 1

By type: Primary 4, Secondary 3, Combined 1

| School | Sector | Type | Distance | Students |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Burnie High School | Government | Secondary | 1.6 km | 502 |
| Cooee Primary School | Government | Primary | 1.6 km | 174 |
| Somerset Primary School | Government | Primary | 2.4 km | 370 |
| Australian Christian College - Burnie | Independent | Combined | 3.1 km | 28 |
| Marist Regional College | Catholic | Secondary | 3.4 km | 889 |
| Stella Maris Catholic School | Catholic | Primary | 3.6 km | 382 |
| Hellyer College | Government | Secondary | 3.6 km | 656 |
| Burnie Primary School | Government | Primary | 3.7 km | 330 |

## Nearby areas

[Ocean Vista](https://censusatlas.au/region/sal/SAL60474/ocean-vista) · [East Cam](https://censusatlas.au/region/sal/SAL60175/east-cam) · [Cooee](https://censusatlas.au/region/sal/SAL60126/cooee) · [Park Grove](https://censusatlas.au/region/sal/SAL60490/park-grove) · [Shorewell Park](https://censusatlas.au/region/sal/SAL60600/shorewell-park) · [Somerset](https://censusatlas.au/region/sal/SAL60608/somerset) · [Parklands](https://censusatlas.au/region/sal/SAL60492/parklands) · [Hillcrest](https://censusatlas.au/region/sal/SAL60274/hillcrest)

Interactive profile: https://censusatlas.au/region/sal/SAL60091/camdale