Yarrowford

Yarrowford is far older than most areas, with 26.4% of people aged 65 and over. Children under 15 make up 14.5% of the population, which is well below the national figure.

The community is predominantly Australian born, with only 8.2% of people born overseas, a figure far below the state and national averages.

English is the main language for 87.3% of residents. Very few people use another language at home, at just 2.7%, which is far below the national figure.

Christianity is the most common religion at 62.7%. Those with no religion make up 28.2% of the population, which is far below the national figure.

A higher than usual number of residents hold a bachelor degree or higher, at 23.5%. However, only 39.1% completed Year 12, which is far below the national average.

Typical personal weekly income is $816, about the same as the national figure. Typical household income is $1,333, which is well below the national figure.

Mental health conditions are a little more common here than in the rest of the state, at 9.1%. However, the rate of people needing help with daily activities is well below the national average.

Volunteering is very high, with 24.7% of people participating, far above the national figure. A high number of residents also do unpaid housework and care for children.

The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander population is 0%.

People living alone are much more common here than in other areas, at 32.4%. Most homes consist of couples, with 63.7% having children.

Every home in Yarrowford is a separate house with three or more bedrooms. Home ownership is very high, with 62.2% of homes owned outright, far above the national figure.

The area is entirely dependent on cars, as 0% of residents use public transport to commute. Most homes have two or more motor vehicles.

The community is relatively stable, with only 25% of people moving in the last five years, which is far below the national average.

Working or looking for work is more common here than in most areas, at 65.9%. Many residents work in agriculture, forestry, and fishing, or as managers.

The area is completely car-dependent, with a walkability score of 0.1. There are no groceries, schools, or health services within a 15-minute walk.