3378, VIC

The area is much younger than most, with 25% of the population being children under 15, a figure that rose 6.3 points since 2011. Conversely, people aged 65 and over make up 11.4%, which is well below the national figure of 17.2%.

This is a very homogenous community, with 91.4% of residents born in Australia. Only 2.9% were born overseas, which is far below the Victoria state average of 30%.

English is the only language spoken at home for 92.9% of the population. No residents reported using another language at home, a figure far below the national average.

A majority of residents (59.3%) report having no religion, which is far above the national figure of 38.9%. This represents a significant increase of 40 points since 2011.

While 60% of residents completed Year 12, those with a bachelor degree or higher (15.8%) are far below the state average. Qualifications are heavily weighted toward agriculture and the environment.

Incomes are high here, with the typical personal weekly income of $1,137 being well above the national figure. Typical family weekly incomes are also a little above the national average at $2,416.

The community is in good health, with no residents needing help with daily activities. Long-term health conditions are reported at 27.1%, which is about the same as the national figure.

Volunteerism is exceptionally high at 60.4%, far above the national average. There is also a high rate of unpaid care, with 34.7% of people caring for children, which helps explain the large number of families in the area.

Homes are larger than usual, with 2.7 people per household. While 75.2% are couples with children, there has been a sharp increase in people living alone, which rose 20 points since 2011.

Every home in the area is a separate house, and 100% have three or more bedrooms. Half of all homes are owned outright, and typical weekly rents of $135 are far below the state average.

The area is entirely car-dependent, with no one using public transport to commute and every home owning at least one vehicle. However, 39% of workers operate from home, which is far above the national average.

The population is very stable, with only 15.2% of people moving in the last five years. This is far below the national figure of 40.7%.

Employment is strong, with a 0.0% unemployment rate and 81.2% of adults working or looking for work. Most of the workforce is employed in agriculture, forestry, and fishing.

The area ranks very high for overall advantage, scoring 9 out of 10. It is particularly strong in education and job skills, placing it among the highest for its level.

The area is completely car-dependent, with a walkability score of 0.2. There are no grocery stores, schools, or health services within a 15-minute walk.