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Cranbrook

189 km²

A typical resident of Cranbrook is 54, making it far older than most similar areas and the national figure. This small community of 60 people is mostly made up of older adults and seniors, with a high number of couples in de facto relationships. While many residents have long-term health conditions, the area is largely non-residential in feel, consisting entirely of separate houses. It is a quiet, car-dependent pocket of Tasmania where few people have moved in recently.

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The community is notably older, with 26.7% of residents aged 65 and over, which is well above the national figure. Children under 15 make up only 13.3% of the population, far lower than the Australian average.

English ancestry is common here at 56.7%, and 15% of residents were born overseas. This is about the same as the Tasmanian average, though far below the national figure.

English is the primary language for nearly all residents, with only 5% using another language at home. This is higher than most similar areas, but still well below the state average.

More than half of the population (55%) report having no religion, a figure that is far above the national average.

Education levels are high, with 57.7% of residents completing Year 12, which is far above the Tasmanian average. Many adults hold certificates or degrees, particularly in agriculture and environment.

Typical incomes are lower than the state and national figures, with the usual weekly household income sitting at $1,312. Only 12.5% of households earn $3,000 or more per week.

Half of the residents have a long-term health condition, which is far above the national average, though no one requires help with daily activities. Arthritis and mental health are the most common conditions reported.

This area has a very high rate of people caring for children unpaid (34.6%) and doing housework. Additionally, 10.2% of residents have served in the Defence Force, well above the state average.

First Nations people are not represented in this area's population data, and there are no recorded First Nations households.

Homes are typically occupied by couples, with 43.4% being couples with children. People living alone (20.8%) and one-parent families (7.5%) are both well below the national average.

Every home in Cranbrook is a separate house, and 45.8% are owned outright, which is far above the national figure. Rents are very low, with a typical weekly cost of $155.

The area is entirely dependent on cars, as there are no public transport stops and every home has at least one vehicle. About 14.7% of people work from home.

The community is very stable, with only 25% of people moving in the last five years, which is far below the national figure of 40.7%.

Full-time employment is very high at 67.6%, far above the state average, and the unemployment rate is 0.0%. Most people work in management or the agriculture, forestry and fishing industry.

The area is completely car-dependent with a walkability score of 0.1. There are no grocery stores, schools, or health services within a 15-minute walk.

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