3115, VIC

The community is noticeably older than most, with a typical resident aged 45. While the number of seniors has risen since 2011, there are far fewer people in de facto relationships compared to the state average.

Most residents were born in Australia, and those from overseas represent only 13.8% of the population, which is far below the national figure. English and Australian ancestries are the most common.

English is the primary language for 91.9% of the community. Only 5.9% of people use another language at home, a figure far below the Victorian average.

A large number of residents report having no religion, which is well above the national figure and has risen by 18 percentage points since 2011.

The area is highly qualified, with 64.8% of residents completing Year 12 and 26.6% holding a bachelor degree or higher, both of which are much higher than in most similar areas.

Incomes are among the highest at this level; 43.1% of households earn $3,000 or more a week, a figure that has risen by 19 percentage points since 2011.

Residents generally report good health, with much lower rates of long-term health conditions and mental health issues than most other areas.

This is a supportive community where people are much more likely to provide unpaid care or look after children than in most areas.

Families are the norm here, with 68.7% of homes consisting of couples with children and very few people living alone.

The area is dominated by large, separate houses, with 95.8% of homes having three or more bedrooms and a very low rental rate of only 5.4%.

Cars are essential, as almost every home has a vehicle and 51.3% of workers drive to work, although 29.5% now work from home.

The population is very stable, with far fewer people moving house in the last five years compared to the rest of the state.

Working life is active here, with 69.6% of adults working or looking for work, and an unemployment rate of 3.1% which is much lower than most areas.

This area ranks among the most advantaged in the country for its access to money, resources, and job skills.

Walking is difficult for many, as the area has a steep terrain and very few homes are within a 15-minute walk of health services or groceries.