McCracken is a

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in the Australian state of

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located about south of the state capital of

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in the local government area of the

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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. The majority of residents (77%) are of Australian birth, with an additional 13.2% declaring

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as their country of birth. 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%.

Community

The local newspapers are the Independent Weekly and the Times.

Amenities

McCracken is notable as the location of the McCracken Country Club & Resort. Cootamundra Reserve lies on the northeast boundary of the suburb.

Transportation

McCracken is serviced by Hindmarsh Road, linking the suburb to Victor Harbor. Victor Harbor Road forms the eastern boundary of McCracken.

References

External links

City of Victor HarborLocal Government Association of SA – City of Victor Harbor
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