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Cowrie Point
3 km²
A small population of just 16 people defines the sparsely populated area of Cowrie Point. The community is noticeably older than the rest of the state, with a typical resident aged 49. It is a place of stark contrasts, where typical incomes are far below the national figure but weekly rents remain well above the state average. Residents live in relatively large households in a landscape that is largely car-dependent.
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The area is sparsely populated with only 16 residents. It is a noticeably older community, with a typical age of 49, which is far older than the Australian average of 38.
The most common country of birth is Australia at 75%, ahead of England (0%).
The most common language used at home is English only at 100%, ahead of Mandarin (0%).
The most common religious affiliation is No religion at 56%, ahead of Christianity (50%).
There are no schools located within 3 km of the area.
Typical incomes are very low, with families earning $1,124 a week, a figure that is well below the Tasmanian average of $1,720 and far below the national figure.
The most common long-term health conditions reported is Arthritis at 19%, ahead of Cancer (19%).
No Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people live here. The typical First Nations resident is far older than the national average at 69 years, and their typical personal income of $450 is a little below the national figure.
Homes here are slightly larger than usual, with 2.7 people per home, which is a little above the Tasmanian average of 2.4.
Typical weekly rents are $380, which is well above the state average. However, typical monthly home-loan payments are $1,182, a figure that is a little below the state average and well below the national figure.
Public transport stops are very high for the population size at 62.5 per 1,000 people, though weekly departures are far below the state figure. The only available mode of public transport is the bus.
The area is car-dependent, with no groceries, health services, or schools within a 15-minute walk. However, 82.6% of homes are within a 15-minute walk of a park, and most are within 10 minutes of public transport.
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