Deddick Valley vs Suggan Buggan

Deddick Valley and Suggan Buggan are both sparsely populated areas in East Gippsland. There are large differences in typical weekly incomes; Deddick Valley's typical family income is $2,250, which is far higher than the $900 seen in Suggan Buggan. Typical weekly household income is also far higher in Deddick Valley at $1,625 compared to $725 in Suggan Buggan. Additionally, Deddick Valley has far higher typical weekly rent at $50, while Suggan Buggan's is $175.

Both areas are car-dependent and lack basic amenities within walking distance, such as schools, groceries, and health services. The two areas have stayed similar in their lack of public transport and infrastructure, but the gap in typical weekly incomes has widened over time. While both have residents who are far older than the national figure, those in Suggan Buggan are noticeably older, with a typical age of 65 compared to 59 in Deddick Valley.