Sunbury - West

This is a relatively young area where the typical resident is 36, which is a little younger than the national figure. It has a higher proportion of children under 15 and a much higher rate of de facto relationships than most similar areas.

The community is predominantly Australian-born, with 80.7% born here. The proportion of people born overseas is far below both the Victorian and national figures.

English is the main language for 87.9% of residents. The use of other languages at home is far below the national figure, and very few people speak little or no English.

A large number of residents report having no religion, at 45.5%, which is well above the national figure. Christianity is the next most common affiliation at 46.0%.

The typical level of education is around the middle for similar areas, though the rate of adults with a bachelor degree is well below the national figure. Local schools are larger than those in most similar areas.

Incomes are higher than in most similar areas, with a typical weekly household income of $1,987. This is a little above the Victorian and national figures.

A much higher proportion of residents have a long-term health or mental health condition compared to most areas, though the need for help with daily activities is about the same as the national average.

Caring for children unpaid is much more common here than in most areas. Unpaid care generally is also very high, while volunteering is a little below the national figure.

First Nations residents in this area have a much lower unemployment rate and a weekly income that is well above the national figure.

Homes here are larger than usual, with 2.7 people per household. This is consistent with the high number of couples with children, who make up 61.1% of families.

The area is almost entirely made up of separate houses, with 95.2% of homes being detached. A huge 93.8% of homes have three or more bedrooms, which is far above the national figure.

Most residents rely on cars, and very few homes have no motor vehicle. While there are many public transport stops, it takes a long time to walk to the nearest one.

The population is relatively stable, with a lower rate of people moving in the last five years than most areas. Recent overseas arrivals are also well below the national figure.

Working or looking for work is much more common here than in most similar areas. Full-time employment is also a little above the national average, with many people working in construction.

The area has a high level of access to money and resources, ranking higher than 80% of similar areas. Population growth since 2021 has been well below the state average.

This area is cooler than most, with an average maximum temperature that is a little below the Victorian figure. It also receives more rain than the state average.

While most homes are within a short walk of a park or school, the area is far below the national average for walking access to groceries and health services.