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Norwood
4 km²
Seniors make up a far greater share of the population in Norwood than in most other areas, with 31.8% of residents aged 65 and over. This creates a community that is noticeably older than the rest of Tasmania, where the typical resident is 48. Many people here live alone or in their own homes, which helps explain the high demand for health services. The area is very convenient for daily needs, with most homes within a short walk of shops and parks.
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The community is far older than the national figure, with the typical resident aged 48 and over 31% being seniors. This is reflected in the family structures, as people living alone are more common here than in most areas.
Most residents were born in Australia, and those who identify with an ancestry are predominantly Australian or English. The share of people born overseas is 11.7%, which is well below the Tasmanian average.
English is the main language for 91.4% of the community. While 5.4% of people use another language at home, this is far below the national figure.
About 42.3% of residents report having no religion, which is well above the national figure but well below the state average. Christianity is the most common affiliation at 49.1%.
The area has a higher share of adults with a bachelor degree or higher than most similar areas. There are also many schools nearby, with 19 located within 3 km.
Typical weekly household income is $1,440, which is about the same as the state average. However, typical personal weekly income of $691 is a little below the national figure.
Health needs are high here, with 37.1% of people living with a long-term health condition. This is well above the national average, and 9.6% of residents need help with daily activities.
Volunteering is more common here than across Australia, at 18.4%. There is also a notably higher proportion of people who served in the Defence Force compared to most other areas.
First Nations residents have a higher typical household income than the state or national figures. About 7.5% of the community speak a First Nations language, which is well above the state average.
Homes here are smaller than usual, with 2.3 people per home. Nearly 30% of households consist of a single person, which is well above the national figure.
Home ownership is strong, with 42.8% of homes owned outright, far above the national average. Most are separate houses, and 78.6% of homes have three or more bedrooms.
Public transport is very accessible, with 94.3% of homes within a 10-minute walk of a stop. Despite this, most people still drive to work, and very few work from home.
The area sees a fair amount of movement, with 37.7% of people moving in the last five years. Recent arrivals from overseas are also much more common here than in most similar areas.
Fewer adults are working or looking for work compared to the state and national figures. Many of those employed work in health care and social assistance.
Norwood is very walkable, with 95.1% of homes within a 15-minute walk of groceries. This is far above the state average and is supported by a high number of nearby parks and health services.