Chesney Vale

The typical resident is 42, which is noticeably older than the national figure. About 19.1% of the population are seniors, a little above the state and national averages.

Most people were born in Australia, and those with overseas births make up 12.7%, which is far below the Victorian average. Common ancestries include Australian, English, Irish, and Scottish.

English is the primary language for 89.2% of residents. While 5.9% use another language at home—higher than most similar areas—this is still far below the state and national figures.

A large portion of the community reports no religion at 46.6%, which is well above the national figure. Christianity is the next most common affiliation at 43.1%.

Education levels are lower than most areas, with 15.2% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher, far below the state average. Most residents have completed Year 12 or hold a certificate.

Typical weekly household income is $1,562, which is a little below the state and national figures. Personal weekly incomes are also lower than most areas, typically sitting at $666.

Health challenges are more common here than in most areas, with 35.3% of people reporting a long-term condition. Mental health conditions are among the highest at this level, affecting 15.2% of residents.

Community spirit is high, as 23.6% of people volunteer, which is far above the state average. There is also a strong military connection, with 5.2% of residents having served in the Defence Force.

There are 3 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in the area. Among First Nations residents, the typical age is far younger than the national figure at 7 years, and personal incomes are much higher than most areas.

Homes tend to be larger, with 2.7 people per household. This is higher than most areas, and families with children make up 58.9% of the community.

Housing is dominated by detached houses, 91.8% of which are separate dwellings. A high 45.2% of homes are owned outright, far above the national figure, though typical mortgage payments are much higher than most areas.

The area is entirely dependent on cars, with 0% of people using public transport to get to work. Most households own multiple vehicles, with 45.1% owning two and 26.8% owning three.

There has been significant movement recently, with 45.5% of people moving in the last five years, which is well above the state average. However, there have been no recent arrivals from overseas.

Full-time employment is much higher here than in most areas at 64.6%. The unemployment rate of 7.1% is a little above the national figure, and many residents work in public administration or agriculture.

Chesney Vale is completely car-dependent, with a walkability score of 0.3. There are no schools, groceries, or health services within a 15-minute walk.