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What is Northwood?
A 'community'
What is the population?
22000
How many households are there?
8200
Where in LA is Northwood situated?
On the Southern edge of LA
What was Northwood formerly?
Irvine ranch
What percentage of people here own their own house?
90%
Describe the housing conditions here
Houses on relatively large plots with big gardens. Streets lined with trees
What fraction of households contain school aged children?
1/3
What are the pollution levels like in Northwood?
Pollution is low, not much smog
What are the average yearly earnings?
$86500 per year
What are the healthcare services like here?
Very good, excellent even for an AC. As air pollution is low, there are less respiratory issues
How many high schools are there in Northwood?
5
What percentage of the population (25+) have degrees?
69%
What percentage of the population (25+) have masters degrees?
20%
What percentage of the population are white?
50%
What is the second largest ethnic group in Northwood?
Asian
migrants from Vietnam
What percentage lower is the crime rate than the national average?
70% lower than national average
What may threaten Northwood in the future?
As it's on the outskirts of LA, urban sprawl may threaten Northwood