Thornbury

The population grew to 18,919 people by 2021 and is a little younger than the national typical age of 38. It is a community with few children and seniors, but a high proportion of people in de facto relationships, which has risen 5.9 points since 2011.

Born overseas, 26.7% of residents come from other countries, which is a little below the national figure. The most common ancestries are English, Australian, Irish, Italian, and Greek.

About 25.3% of people use a language other than English at home, though this has fallen 9.1 points since 2011. Greek and Italian are the most common non-English languages spoken.

Thornbury is far more secular than the rest of the country, with 54.4% of people reporting no religion. This figure has risen sharply by 23 points since 2011.

The area is far more qualified than most, with 46.9% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. Year 12 completion is also far above the national average at 75.4%.

Incomes are well above the national figure across the board, with typical weekly family income reaching $2,710. This has risen significantly since 2011, and 29.5% of households now earn over $3,000 a week.

Mental health conditions are reported at a rate of 12.9%, which is well above the national figure of 8.8%. About 29.8% of residents live with a long-term health condition.

Unpaid care for children and housework is lower than in most areas. However, the rate of people providing some form of unpaid care is higher than the national figure.

The First Nations community here is noticeably older than the national typical age, with a median of 30. Education and income are also far above the national figures for First Nations people.

One in three people live alone, a rate well above the national average. Homes are generally smaller than usual, with a typical size of 2.3 people.

Renters make up 41.5% of the population, far above the national figure. Detached houses are also much less common here than elsewhere in the state, and typical weekly rents are higher than the national average at $396.

Thornbury is a hub for flexible work, with 42% of people working from home—far above the national figure. While 14.4% of homes have no car, public transport use has fallen 14 points since 2011.

The area is relatively mobile, with 42.9% of people having moved house in the last five years. Recent arrivals from overseas make up 9.2% of the population.

More adults are working or looking for work here than in most similar areas. Professionals make up nearly 40% of the workforce, with health, professional and education services as the main industries.

The area ranks in the top 10% for overall advantage and education skills. It is also a significant local business hub with 1,752 businesses.

The area sees more rainfall than the state average. Typical maximum temperatures are slightly lower than the Victorian average of 21.0 degrees.

Described as a walker's paradise, 100% of homes are within a 15-minute walk of groceries, parks, and public transport. This makes it far more walkable than the state average.