Bonang

This is an older community where the typical resident is 58, which is 20 years older than the national figure. Children under 15 make up only 5.8% of the population, a figure far below the national average.

The population is almost entirely Australian-born, with 0.0% of residents born overseas, far below the Victorian and national figures.

English is the only language used at home, with no residents reporting another language or speaking little to no English.

A large majority of residents report having no religion, at 57.7%, which is far above the national figure of 38.9%.

While 18.6% of adults hold a bachelor degree or higher, those who completed Year 12 are far below the national average at 25.6%.

Typical incomes are very low, with the usual household earning $762 a week, far below the national figure of $1,746.

Long-term health conditions are reported by 28.8% of people, though no residents currently require help with daily activities.

Unpaid housework is very common, with 44.2% of people doing 15 or more hours a week, far above the national average.

There are no Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people recorded in this area.

Living arrangements are varied, with 33.3% of people living alone and 21.4% of families being one-parent households, which is well above the national average.

Housing is dominated by detached houses, and 85.7% of homes are owned outright, far above the state and national figures.

Every home has a motor vehicle, which is essential as there are no public transport stops or routes in the area.

The population is very stable, with only 12.8% of people moving in the last five years, far below the national figure of 40.7%.

About 60.5% of adults are working or looking for work, but the unemployment rate is 19.2%, far above the national average.

The area is completely car-dependent with a walkability score of 0.0, as there are no shops, schools, or health services within a 15-minute walk.