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Statistical area level 1 (SA1) code (ASGS 2011) N(11)

Definition

A code set representing the smallest unit for the release of Census data.

Representation

Data Type String
Format N(11)
Maximum character length 11

Comments

Guide for use:

SA1 coding structure:

SA1s are identified by an 11-digit fully hierarchical code. The SA1 identifier is a 2-digit code, assigned within an SA2. An SA1 code is only unique within a state/territory when it is preceded by the state/territory identifier.

For example:

State/territory SA4 SA3 SA2 SA1
N NN NN NNNN NN

Context:
For the 2011 Edition of the Australian Statistical Geography Standard (ASGS), Statistical area level 1 (SA1) closely reflect local government area (LGA) boundaries.

Origin:
1270.0.55.001 - Australian Statistical Geography Standard (ASGS): Volume 1 - Main Structure and Greater Capital City Statistical Areas, July 2011 http://www.abs.gov.au/AUSSTATS/abs@.nsf/DetailsPage/
1270.0.55.001July%202011?OpenDocument

Comments:
There are approximately 55,000 SA1s. In aggregate, they cover the whole of Australia without gaps or overlaps.

References


This content Based on Australian Institute of Health and Welfare material. Attribution provided as required under the AIHW CC-BY licence.

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