Allambee Reserve

The area has a high number of children and a far higher rate of de facto relationships than the state average. Seniors are much less common here than in most other areas, making up only 10.4% of the population.

People born overseas make up 14.6% of the community, which is higher than in similar areas but far below the Victorian average. Australian and English are the most common ancestries.

English is the main language for 72.9% of residents. While the share of people using another language at home is higher than in similar areas, it remains far below the national figure.

A majority of the community reports having no religion, at 53.1%. This is far above the national average of 38.9%.

Educational qualifications are lower than in most areas, with only 11.3% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. This is far below the state and national figures.

While 28.6% of households earn $3,000 or more a week—well above the national average—the typical family income of $1,625 is well below the national figure.

Residents are generally healthier than those in other areas, with much lower rates of long-term health conditions and no one needing help with daily activities. However, mental health conditions are a little more common than the state average.

Unpaid care is common here, with a rate far above the national average. The area also has a much higher proportion of former Defence Force members compared to most other areas.

There are no Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people living in this area.

Homes are larger than usual, with 2.8 people per household. This is consistent with the high number of children and the fact that 55.6% of families are couples with children.

Every home in the area is a separate house, and 57.1% are owned outright—far above the national average. No one in the community rents their home.

The area is entirely car-dependent, with no public transport stops and every home owning at least one vehicle. A high 28.2% of people work from home.

About 33.7% of the population moved into the area in the last five years, which is higher than in similar areas but well below the state average.

Full-time employment is far above the national average at 71.8%, and there is no unemployment. Many residents work in agriculture, forestry, and fishing.

The area is completely car-dependent, with no shops, schools, or parks within a 15-minute walk. The terrain is also quite steep, with a slope far above the state average.