McCracken, South Australia
| McCracken Victor Harbor, South Australia |
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| Population | 1,549 (2006 Census)[1] | ||||||||||||||
| Postcode(s) | 5211 | ||||||||||||||
| Location | 68 km (42 mi) S of Adelaide CBD | ||||||||||||||
| LGA(s) | City of Victor Harbor | ||||||||||||||
| State electorate(s) | Finniss | ||||||||||||||
| Federal Division(s) | Mayo | ||||||||||||||
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McCracken is a suburb in the City of Victor Harbor.[2]
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Demographics
The 2006 Census by the Australian Bureau of Statistics counted 1,549 persons in McCracken on census night. Of these, 47.3% were male and 52.7% were female.[1]
The majority of residents (77%) are of Australian birth, with an additional 13.2% declaring England as their country of birth.[1]
The average age of McCracken residents is higher than the greater Australian population. 79.1% of residents were over 25 years in 2006, compared to the Australian average of 66.5%; and 20.9% were younger than 25 years, compared to the Australian average of 33.5%.[1]
Community
The local newspapers are the Independent Weekly and the Times.[citation needed]
Attractions
McCracken is notable as the location of the McCracken Country Club & Resort.[according to whom?]
Parks
Cootamundra Reserve lies on the northeast boundary of the suburb.[citation needed]
Transportation
Roads
McCracken is serviced by Hindmarsh Road, linking the suburb to Victor Harbor. Victor Harbor Road forms the eastern boundary of McCracken.[citation needed]
References
External links
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