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Forester
90 km²
A typical resident in Forester is 46, making the community noticeably older than the state and far older than the national figure. This is a sparsely populated area with only 11 people. The small population lives in large households with more people per home than most areas, though typical incomes are among the lowest for its level.
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The community is small, with only 11 people. Residents are generally older than those in the rest of Tasmania and Australia.
The most common country of birth is Australia at 45%, ahead of England (0%).
The most common language used at home is English only at 45%, ahead of Mandarin (0%).
The most common religious affiliation is Christianity at 82%, ahead of No religion (27%).
There are no schools within 3 km of the area.
Typical weekly incomes are very low. Family income is far below the state and national figures, and personal income is among the lowest at this level.
The most common long-term health conditions reported is Arthritis at 36%, ahead of Mental health (27%).
There are no Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people living in this area.
Households here are large, with 3.7 people per home, which is well above the typical figures for Tasmania and Australia.
Homes are crowded, with 2.3 people per bedroom, far above the state and national figures. However, typical weekly rent of $180 is far below the national figure.
There are no public transport routes or stops in the area, and weekly departures are far below the state figure.
The most common industries people work in is Agriculture, forestry & fishing at 167%, ahead of Mining (0%).
The area is completely car-dependent with a walkability score of 0.0. No homes are within a 15-minute walk of groceries, health services, or schools.
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