Norwood, Tasmania facts for kids
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 Norwood
Location in Tasmania
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| Population | 3,734 (2016 census) | ||||||||||||||
| Postcode(s) | 7250 | ||||||||||||||
| Location | 5 km (3 mi) SE of Launceston | ||||||||||||||
| LGA(s) | City of Launceston | ||||||||||||||
| Region | Launceston | ||||||||||||||
| State electorate(s) | Bass | ||||||||||||||
| Federal Division(s) | Bass | ||||||||||||||
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Norwood is a place where people live, located in the City of Launceston area of Tasmania. This area is managed by the local government. Norwood is about 5 kilometers (or 3 miles) southeast of the main town of Launceston.
In 2016, a count of all the people living in Norwood was done. This count, called a census, showed that 3,734 people lived there. Norwood is a suburb found southeast of Launceston's main city center, also known as the CBD. The smaller suburb of Queechy is also considered part of Norwood.
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About Norwood's Development
Norwood started to be built up in the 1960s. It grew a lot during the 1970s and 1980s. You can find many different types of homes here. There are large, older family houses and also newer, more modern homes. These modern homes are mostly in the middle-eastern part of the suburb.
Norwood sits on a fairly flat area that is about 60 to 80 meters (200-260 feet) high. This area is like a raised flat land. To the east, you'll find the valley of the North Esk River. To the north is the Punchbowl Reserve, a natural park. To the west are the Carr Villa Flora Reserve, Carr Villa Cemetery, and the Kings Meadows Golf Course.
History of Norwood
Norwood was officially named as a locality in 1963. This means it was formally recognized as a specific place on maps and for local government.
Norwood's Location
The North Esk River forms most of the eastern and northern edges of Norwood. This river helps define where Norwood ends and other areas begin.
Getting Around Norwood
A main road, called Route C403, goes through Norwood. This road is also known as Quarantine Road and Johnston Road. It runs from the west side of Norwood to the east side.
Places in Norwood
Norwood has several important places for its residents:
- A supermarket called IGA
- A primary school for younger students
- A high school for older students
- A facility that provides care for older people
Schools in Norwood
Norwood has two public schools for students.
- Norwood Primary School is for students in years 1 to 6.
- Queechy High School is for students in years 7 to 10.
