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Franklin (Huon)
6,117 km²
A much older population than most similar areas defines Franklin (Huon). The typical resident is 44, and seniors over 65 make up 21.2% of the community. It is a place of detached houses and high home ownership, where a strong Indigenous presence and a high number of volunteers set it apart from the state average. This is a quiet, car-dependent region where many residents are retired or work from home.
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This area has a much higher Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander population than most similar places, at 7.6%. The community is older than the national figure, with a typical age of 44.
The population is predominantly Australian or English, and far fewer people were born overseas compared to the national average, at 15.7%.
English is the primary language for 89.9% of residents. The proportion of people using another language at home is 5.0%, which is far below the national figure.
A large majority of residents report no religion at 54.7%, a figure far above the national average.
A higher number of adults hold bachelor degrees or higher compared to similar areas. Over half of residents have completed Year 12, which is well above the Tasmanian average.
Incomes are much lower than in most similar areas, with a typical weekly household income of $1,439. This is a little below the national figure of $1,746.
Long-term health conditions are much more common here than in most similar areas, affecting 32.5% of people. This includes a higher-than-average rate of mental health conditions at 11.3%.
Residents are highly active in their community, with volunteering rates and unpaid housework levels among the highest at this level. This is consistent with a high number of people providing unpaid care.
Families with children are common, and there are fewer people living alone than in most similar areas. The typical home holds 2.5 people.
Detached houses are the norm for 96.2% of homes, and 43.3% are owned outright, which is far above the national figure. Renting is very uncommon here at 15.3%.
Most people rely on cars, with only 1.7% commuting by public transport. This dependence is reflected in the fact that very few homes lack a motor vehicle.
The community is relatively stable, with fewer people moving in the last five years than in most similar areas. Recent arrivals from overseas are also far below the Tasmanian average.
Fewer adults are working or looking for work compared to the national average. Many of those employed work in health care, social assistance, or education.
The area is mostly car-dependent, with a walkability score far below the Tasmanian average. Very few homes are within a 15-minute walk of groceries or health services.