3356, VIC

The area is slightly older than the national figure, with a typical resident aged 39. Seniors are a prominent group, making up 21.7% of the population, which is well above the 17.2% national average.

People born overseas make up 9.8% of the population, a figure far below the 27.7% seen across Australia. English and Australian ancestries are the most common, accounting for 42.2% and 40.9% respectively.

English is the primary language here, with only 5.2% of people using another language at home. This is far below the national figure of 22.3%, and very few residents speak little or no English.

A majority of residents have no religion, at 49.8%, which is far above the national figure of 38.9%. This trend has grown significantly, rising by 22 percentage points since 2011.

Education levels are lower than in most areas, with only 39.2% of residents completing Year 12, far below the national figure of 58.8%. Similarly, just 11.8% hold a bachelor degree or higher.

Incomes are much lower than the national average, with a typical weekly household income of $1,112 compared to the national $1,746. Only 6.5% of households earn $3,000 or more per week.

Health challenges are common here, as 41.3% of people have a long-term health condition, far above the national figure of 27.7%. This includes a high rate of mental health conditions at 16.4%.

More people provide unpaid care here than in most areas, at 14.0%. However, volunteering is much lower than in other regions, with only 11.2% of the community participating.

Household structures are quite distinct, with 34.4% of people living alone and 25.9% of families being single-parent households, both of which are far above national figures.

Rental properties are common, with 36.0% of households renting, well above the national figure of 30.6%. Most homes are separate houses, and typical weekly rents are well below the national figure at $270.

Most residents rely on cars, as only 0.9% commute by public transport. While 9.3% work from home—a rise since 2011—this is still far below the national figure of 21.0%.

The area has seen a fair amount of movement, with 38.9% of people moving in the last five years. Recent arrivals from overseas make up 13.9% of the population.

Job activity is much lower than in most areas, with only 53.1% of adults working or looking for work. The unemployment rate is 6.6%, which is a little above the national figure of 5.1%.

The area ranks among the lowest for overall advantage, scoring a 1 out of 10 for access to money, resources, and job skills.

The community is very safe, with only 6 recorded offences per 100,000 people, which is much lower than most areas.

The area is very walkable, with 99.9% of homes within a 15-minute walk of a park and 94.4% within 10 minutes of public transport.