Statistical Area 2 (SA2) · Area profile
Vermont South
6 km²
A far older population than the national average defines Vermont South, where the typical resident is 46. This is a high-income community of large, mostly detached family homes, and it has become increasingly diverse. Nearly half of the residents were born overseas, with a strong Chinese presence helping to explain the high number of people speaking another language at home. It is a well-qualified and wealthy area that prioritizes home ownership and local walkability.
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The area has a significant senior population, with those aged 65 and over making up 26.9% of residents, a figure far above the national average. In contrast, children under 15 are much less common here than in most other areas.
Overseas birthplaces are very common, as 46.2% of people were born outside Australia. This is far above the national figure and has risen nearly 10 points since 2011, with Chinese ancestry being the most prominent.
Language diversity is high, with 45.4% of people using a language other than English at home. Mandarin is the most common second language, and the proportion of people who speak little or no English is well above the national average.
Religious affiliation is similar to the rest of the country, with 44.1% identifying as Christian. Those with no religion make up 38.1%, a figure that has risen by 17 points since 2011.
Residents are highly qualified, and 38.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is far above the national average, and 69.3% of people have completed Year 12.
Household wealth is strong, with 28.7% of homes earning $3,000 or more a week. While typical household incomes are a little above the national figure, typical personal weekly income is slightly lower.
The proportion of people with a long-term health condition is a little below the national average at 26.3%. Mental health conditions are also much less common here than in most other areas.
Unpaid care is common, with 13.3% of people providing such support. This is slightly higher than the national figure, though the number of volunteers has fallen since 2011.
The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander population is very small, consisting of just 19 people. Typical personal income for First Nations residents is about the same as the national figure.
Homes are larger than usual, with 2.8 people per household. One-parent families and people living alone are both much less common here than in most other areas.
Home ownership is very high, with 48.2% of homes owned outright. Large homes dominate the landscape, as 91% of dwellings have three or more bedrooms, though typical rents and mortgage payments are well above the national average.
Working from home is very popular at 32.5%, which is far above the national figure. While most homes have two or more vehicles, the area is well served by public transport stops.
The community is relatively stable, with 28.5% of people moving in the last five years, which is far below the national average. Recent overseas arrivals make up 9.9% of the population.
Adults working or looking for work are fewer than in most areas, at 56.0%. Professionals and managers make up the largest share of occupations, with many working in health or technical fields.
This is a highly advantaged area, ranking in the top 20% nationally for overall advantage. It also scores very high for access to money, resources, and job skills.
The local climate is slightly cooler than the state average, with a typical maximum temperature of 20.1 degrees. Annual rainfall is far above the Victorian average.
The area is very walkable, with 100% of homes within a 15-minute walk of a park. Residents have excellent access to health services and groceries on foot, far exceeding state averages.