3708, VIC

This is an older community where 22.7% of people are seniors, though children under 15 have risen sharply to 28.8%. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people make up 6.1% of the population, which is well above the state figure.

Most residents were born in Australia, and those born overseas make up only 7.6%, far below the national figure. English, Australian, Irish and Scottish are the most common ancestries.

English is the main language here, though 7.6% of people use another language at home. This is far below the state and national averages, and no one reported speaking little or no English.

Christianity is the most common religion at 48.5%. Those reporting no religion make up 36.4%, a figure slightly below the national average.

Education levels are generally lower than the state average, with only 7.3% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. Over half of residents completed Year 12, and there are no schools within 3 km.

Incomes are much lower than the national figure, with a typical weekly household income of $974. No households earn $3,000 or more per week, which is far below the state average.

Health outcomes are generally positive, with 22.7% of people having a long-term health condition, which is well below the national figure. Only 4.5% of residents need help with daily activities.

Volunteering is very common here at 40%, far above the national figure. Many residents also spend significant time on unpaid housework, with 34.5% doing 15 or more hours a week.

The community consists mostly of couples, with 56.3% being couples without children. On average, there are 2.2 people per home, which is a little below the state average.

Every home in the area is a separate house, and 80% have three or more bedrooms. While 36% of homes are owned outright, renting has risen since 2016 to 28%.

The area is entirely car-dependent, with every home owning at least one motor vehicle. No one uses public transport to get to work, and the nearest stop is a 44-minute walk away.

The population is relatively stable, as only 27% of people moved in the last five years, far below the national figure of 40.7%.

Unemployment is non-existent at 0.0%, though full-time employment is far below the state average at 44.4%. Common industries include agriculture, forestry and fishing, as well as professional and technical services.

Residents have a high level of access to money and resources, ranking higher than about 80% of similar areas. Overall, the community's advantage score is slightly below the national average.

The area is highly car-dependent with a walkability score of 1.8. There are no groceries, health services or schools within a 15-minute walk.