3529, VIC

The typical resident is 36, making the area a little younger than the national figure. This youthfulness is seen in the high proportion of children under 15, though the number of seniors has risen sharply since 2016 to nearly 20%.

Most residents were born in Australia, and the area has a much lower proportion of overseas-born people compared to the state and nation. English and Australian are the most common ancestries.

English is the primary language for nearly everyone, and the share of people using another language at home is far below the national figure. No one in the area reported speaking little or no English.

About 39% of people report no religion, which is about the same as the Victorian average. This figure has risen significantly since 2016.

A much lower share of adults hold a bachelor degree or higher compared to most areas. This is consistent with the lower rate of Year 12 completion, which is far below the national figure.

Income levels are varied; while typical personal and household incomes are lower than the national figures, a much higher share of households earn $3,000 or more a week.

The community reports fewer long-term health and mental health conditions than most areas. About 25% of people have a long-term health condition, with asthma being the most common.

Volunteering is exceptionally common here, with over half the population pitching in. This high level of community support is also seen in the high rates of unpaid housework and childcare.

Homes are larger than usual, with 2.7 people per household. There is a high proportion of both couples with children and people living alone.

Every home in the area is a separate house, and 62.5% are owned outright, which is far above the national figure. Typical rents and mortgage payments are much lower than across Victoria.

The area is entirely car-dependent, with every home owning at least one vehicle. No one uses public transport to commute to work.

The population is relatively stable, with a lower share of people moving in the last five years compared to the state average.

Employment is strong, with a much higher rate of adults working or looking for work than most areas. Agriculture is the biggest industry, and 40% of workers are managers.

The area ranks reasonably well for overall advantage, particularly in education and job skills, where it scores higher than about 80% of similar areas.

The area is heavily car-dependent and lacks local amenities. There are no schools, groceries, or health services within a 15-minute walk.