McCracken, South Australia facts for kids
Quick facts for kids McCrackenVictor Harbor, South Australia |
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Kleinigs Hill Lookout, McCracken
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 McCracken
Location in South Australia
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| Population | 1,958 (2016 census) | ||||||||||||||
| Postcode(s) | 5211 | ||||||||||||||
| Location | 68 km (42 mi) S of Adelaide | ||||||||||||||
| LGA(s) | City of Victor Harbor | ||||||||||||||
| Region | Fleurieu and Kangaroo Island | ||||||||||||||
| State electorate(s) | Finniss | ||||||||||||||
| Federal Division(s) | Mayo | ||||||||||||||
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McCracken is a lovely place in South Australia, Australia. It's about 68 kilometers (42 miles) south of Adelaide, which is the capital city of South Australia. McCracken is part of the City of Victor Harbor, a local government area.
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Who Lives in McCracken?
This section tells us about the people who live in McCracken.
Population and Age
In 2006, a count by the Australian Bureau of Statistics showed that 1,549 people lived in McCracken. About 47% were boys and men, and 53% were girls and women.
The people living in McCracken are generally older than the average Australian. In 2006, about 79% of residents were over 25 years old. This is higher than the Australian average of 66.5%. Only about 21% of residents were younger than 25 years old.
Where People Are From
Most people in McCracken (about 77%) were born in Australia. Another 13% were born in England.
Local News and Community
McCracken has its own local newspapers. These include the Independent Weekly and the Times. They help keep everyone in the community updated on local happenings.
Places to Visit and Things to Do
McCracken has some interesting places for residents and visitors.
McCracken Country Club
One of the main places is the McCracken Country Club & Resort. This is a large club with a resort where people can stay. It often has things like golf courses, pools, and restaurants.
Cootamundra Reserve
On the northeast side of McCracken, you'll find Cootamundra Reserve. A reserve is a special area of land, often kept natural, where people can enjoy nature.
How to Get Around
Getting to and from McCracken is easy with its main roads.
Main Roads
Hindmarsh Road connects McCracken to Victor Harbor. Victor Harbor Road forms the eastern edge of McCracken. These roads help people travel to nearby towns and areas.
