Charam

The typical resident is 56, which is far older than the national figure of 38. Seniors aged 65 and over make up 21.4% of the population, a figure well above the national average.

About 14.3% of people were born overseas, which is higher than in most similar areas, though this remains far below the Victorian average.

English is the only language used at home for 90.5% of residents, and no one in the community speaks little or no English.

Half of the community identifies as Christian, while 38.1% of people report having no religion, which is about the same as the national figure.

Education levels are lower than most areas, with only 11.4% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher, far below the national figure of 26.3%.

Weekly incomes are much lower than most areas, with the typical personal income sitting at $593, well below the national figure of $805.

Health outcomes are positive compared to other areas, as no one reported needing help with daily activities or living with a mental health condition.

Volunteering is very common here, with 37.1% of people volunteering, a figure far above the national average of 14.1%.

There are no Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people recorded in this area, which is smaller than about 60% of similar areas.

One-parent families make up 21.2% of households, which is well above the national figure of 14.1%.

Home-loan payments are much lower than most areas, with a typical monthly payment of $803, far below the national figure.

The area has no public transport stops or routes, leaving residents entirely dependent on private vehicles.

The population is very stable, with only 13.2% of people moving in the last five years, far below the national figure of 40.7%.

The unemployment rate is 0.0%, which is well below the national figure of 5.1%.

Charam is completely car-dependent, with no groceries, health services, or schools within a 15-minute walk.