Archdale

The community is far older than the state and national averages, with a typical age of 54 and 26.1% of residents aged 65 and over. In contrast, children under 15 make up only 13.0% of the population, which is well below the national figure.

Most residents were born in Australia, though 17.4% were born overseas, a rate higher than most similar areas. English is the most common ancestry at 65.2%, followed by Australian at 34.8%.

Everyone in the community speaks English at home, meaning there are no residents who speak another language or have little to no English, which is far below the state and national figures.

Christianity is the most common religious affiliation at 87.0%. About 39.1% of people report having no religion, which is about the same as the state and national figures.

The area has a very small school presence, with only one primary school within 3km. This school is a government institution and is among the smallest in the region.

Incomes are far below state and national levels, with a typical weekly family income of $1,166 and a typical personal income of just $350.

Long-term health conditions are very common here, affecting 52.2% of residents, which is far above the national figure. This includes a high rate of diabetes at 26.1% and mental health conditions at 13.0%.

No residents in the area have served in the Defence Force, a figure that is a little below the state and national averages.

There are no Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people living here, which is smaller than about 60% of similar areas.

Households are smaller than usual, with only 2.0 people per home. Half of the families are couples without children, and there are no one-parent families.

Homes are not crowded, with only 0.60 people per bedroom. Typical monthly home-loan payments are $1,429, which is well below the state and national figures.

The area has no public transport stops or routes, which is far below the Victorian average.

The population is very stable, with 0.0% of residents having moved in the last five years, far below the national average of 40.7%.

The most common industries people work in is Agriculture, forestry & fishing at 100%, ahead of Mining (0%).

Archdale is heavily car-dependent with a walkability score of 0.2. No homes are within a 15-minute walk of groceries, health services, or schools, and only 27.3% are near a park.