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Shorewell Park, Australia

Tasmania · Australia

Shorewell Park is a small town in Tasmania, Australia with a population of 2,020. Elevation: 430 ft (131 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
2,020 Population 399/sq mi density
430 ft Elevation 131 meters
46°F Avg Temperature 8°C
36.4 in Annual Rain
Australia / Hobart Timezone
$16,663 Median Income
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Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
1.9 / 5.0
$16,663 median income, 12.3% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.5 / 5.0
$124,000 home value, $620/mo rent

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About Shorewell Park

Shorewell Park is a residential locality in the local government area (LGA) of Burnie in the North-west and west LGA region of Tasmania. The locality is about 4 kilometres (2.5 mi) south-west of the town of Burnie. The 2016 census recorded a population of 2008 for the state suburb of Shorewell Park.
It is a south western suburb of Burnie, Tasmania, which was established in the 1970s as a broadacre social housing area. The residential housing expanded in the 1980s and in 2012 the Tasmanian Government released a plan for the next 20 years.

People

Population2,020
Median Age40.0 yrs
Density399/mi²

Economy

D
Median Income$16,663
Per Capita$16,663
Unemployment12.3%

Housing

C
Home Value$124,000
Rent$620
Ownership40.7%
Housing Units808

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
Rain36.4 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation430 ft (131 m)
Population2,020
Population Density399 / sq mi
Elevation430 ft (131 m)
Coordinates-41.0699°, 145.8769°
TimezoneAustralia/Hobart
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceTasmania
Average Temperature46°F (8°C)
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average42°F (5°C)
Annual Precipitation36.4 inches (923 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$16,663
Median Age40.0 years

About Shorewell Park

Shorewell Park is a small town in Australia (Tasmania) with a population of 2,020. The city sits at an elevation of 430 feet (131 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 46°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 54°F in January to 42°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.4 inches. The timezone is Australia/Hobart.

Shorewell Park has a population of 2,020 with a density of 399 people per square mile, spread across 5.1 square miles. The median age is 40.0 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

2,020
Total Population
399
People / sq mi
40.0yrs
Median Age
3% above Australia avg
5.1mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Shorewell Park vs Australia Average

The median household income in Shorewell Park is $16,663, which is 78% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $16,663 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $320, 78% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 12.3% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 192 business establishments.

Income: Shorewell Park vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$16,663
78% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$16,663
Avg Weekly Wage$320

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment12.3%
242% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)192

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Shorewell Park is $124,000, 56% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $620 (47% below the national average of $1,163). 40.7% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 808 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.4x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$124,000
56% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$620
47% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership40.7%
Owner-Occupied40.7%
Renter-Occupied59.3%
Housing Units808

Property Tax

Climate in Shorewell Park

Shorewell Park has an average annual temperature of 13.5°C (56°F). The hottest month is Feb (17.8°C), the coldest is Jul (10°C). Average annual precipitation is 869 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 17.4°C / 63°F 13.4° / 21.5° 50.4
Feb 17.8°C / 64°F 13.9° / 21.8° 35.2
Mar 16.4°C / 62°F 12.4° / 20.5° 47.0
Apr 14.3°C / 58°F 10.6° / 18° 58.8
May 12.2°C / 54°F 8.8° / 15.7° 79.4
Jun 10.6°C / 51°F 7.4° / 13.9° 91.2
Jul 10°C / 50°F 6.7° / 13.2° 106.5
Aug 10°C / 50°F 6.6° / 13.4° 110.5
Sep 11°C / 52°F 7.4° / 14.6° 97.7
Oct 12.3°C / 54°F 8.4° / 16.2° 71.5
Nov 14.2°C / 58°F 10.2° / 18.2° 63.0
Dec 15.8°C / 60°F 11.7° / 19.9° 57.5
Shorewell Park experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 42°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 293 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 36.4 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 430 feet.

Temperature

54°F Jan (12°C) 42°F Jul (5°C)
Annual Average46.1°F
15% below Australia avg
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average42°F (5°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Geography

Elevation430 ft (131 m)
Area5.1 sq mi (13.1 km²)
Population Density399/sq mi
Coordinates-41.0699°N, 145.8769°W
TimezoneAustralia/Hobart

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 36.4"
4% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 6.06"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.81"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.0. Most recent: M3.4 on Jan 12, 2013.

Aug 23, 1997 21 km S of Sheffield, Australia M4.0 71 km
Jan 12, 2013 9 km NE of Wynyard, Australia M3.4 16 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 54°F (12°C) 2.4 in
February 62°F (17°C) 1.8 in Warmest, Driest
March 60°F (15°C) 2.3 in
April 56°F (13°C) 3.7 in
May 52°F (11°C) 4.5 in
June 48°F (9°C) 4.8 in
July 42°F (5°C) 6.1 in Coldest, Wettest
August 48°F (9°C) 5.4 in
September 50°F (10°C) 4.7 in
October 52°F (11°C) 3.9 in
November 56°F (13°C) 3.1 in
December 59°F (15°C) 3.1 in

Shorewell Park has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 42°F in July to 62°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 45.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (6.1") and February the driest (1.8").

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Radio Stations near Shorewell Park

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Coast (NZ) AAC+ 64 kbps
Star 104.5 adult, contemporary AAC+ 48 kbps

Museums in Shorewell Park

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Burnie Regional Museum
Wonders of Wynyard

Libraries in Shorewell Park

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Burnie Library0.0
Penguin Library0.0
TFHS Burnie Branch Library0.0
Wynyard Library0.0

Airports Near Shorewell Park

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Devonport AirportDPOMedium Airport
Wynyard AirportBWTMedium Airport
Long Hill AirportSmall Airport
Mole Creek AirportSmall Airport
The Vale AirportSmall Airport
Waratah AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Australia/Hobart

🇦🇺 About Australia

Capital Canberra
Population 24,992,369
Area 7,686,850 km²
GDP (USD) $1,734,451,264,656
GDP per capita $65,058
HDI 0.946
Life expectancy 83.1 years
Internet users 97.1%
Urban population 87.5%
Currency AUD (Dollar)
Languages English
Calling code +61
TLD .au
Driving side left

Public Holidays in Australia

25 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 26 Australia Day Australia Day
Mar 2 Labour Day Labour Day
Mar 9 Adelaide Cup Day Adelaide Cup Day
Mar 9 Canberra Day Canberra Day
Mar 9 Eight Hours Day Eight Hours Day
Mar 9 Labour Day Labour Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 4 Holy Saturday Easter Eve
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Easter Sunday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
Apr 25 Anzac Day Anzac Day
Apr 27 Anzac Day Anzac Day
May 4 Labour Day Labour Day
May 4 May Day May Day
Jun 1 Reconciliation Day Reconciliation Day
Jun 1 Western Australia Day Western Australia Day
Jun 8 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Aug 3 Picnic Day Picnic Day
Sep 28 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 Labour Day Labour Day
Nov 3 Melbourne Cup Melbourne Cup
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Shorewell Park

What is the population of Shorewell Park?

Shorewell Park has a population of 2,020 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 399 people per square mile, spread across 5.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.0 years.

Is Shorewell Park expensive to live in?

The median household income is $16,663, 78% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $124,000 (56% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $620 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.4x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Shorewell Park?

Shorewell Park has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 54°F in January, while summers reach an average of 42°F in July. The area receives 293 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.4 inches.

How is the job market in Shorewell Park?

The job market in Shorewell Park faces challenges, with unemployment at 12.3% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $320. There are 192 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Shorewell Park?

The median home value in Shorewell Park is $124,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $620. The homeownership rate is 40.7%.

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