Wardrop Valley

The area is much younger than the state average, with children under 15 making up 21.3% of the population. It has a strong First Nations presence at 7.5%, which is well above the national figure of 3.2%.

Most residents were born in Australia, though 13.8% were born overseas, which is higher than in similar areas. Common ancestries include Australian, English, and Dutch.

English is the primary language here, with 98.8% of people using it at home. This means that no one in the community speaks another language or has little to no English, a figure far below the state and national averages.

A striking 66.3% of residents have no religion, a figure far above the national average of 38.9%. Christianity is the only other significant affiliation at 27.5%.

Educational attainment is lower than the state average, with 44.1% completing Year 12. About 13.2% of adults hold a bachelor degree or higher, and many who are qualified have backgrounds in engineering or management.

Household incomes are generally well below the national figure, with a typical weekly income of $1,312. However, 28.1% of households earn $3,000 or more per week, which is much higher than in most similar areas.

Health challenges are more common here than elsewhere, with 31.3% of people living with a long-term health condition. Additionally, 11.3% of residents need help with daily activities, which is well above the national average.

Caregiving is a major part of local life, with 19.1% of people providing unpaid care and 32.4% caring for children. The area also has a very high number of former Defence Force members at 9.5%.

First Nations residents in the area are notably young, with a typical age of just 3 years. Their typical personal income of $725 is well above the national figure.

Families are common, with 58% of households consisting of couples with children. About 14.5% of families are one-parent households, which is slightly higher than most areas.

Every home in the area is a separate house, and 75% have three or more bedrooms. While 31.3% of households rent, those who own their home are much less likely to own it outright compared to the national average.

The community is entirely car-dependent, with every home owning at least one vehicle. No one uses public transport to commute, as there are no bus or train stops in the area.

The population is quite mobile, with 39.7% of residents having moved house in the last five years.

More adults here are working or looking for work than in most similar areas, though the unemployment rate is high at 9.1%. Many residents work in transport, warehousing, or construction.

The area is completely car-dependent with a walkability score of 0.0. There are no groceries, health services, or schools within a 15-minute walk, and the terrain is notably steep.