Denver

Seniors make up 37.8% of the population, which is far above the national figure of 17.2%. De facto relationships are also much more common here than in most similar areas, at 16.9%.

Most residents were born in Australia, and the community is predominantly of English, Australian, and Irish descent. Only 12.8% were born overseas, which is far below the Victorian average of 30.0%.

English is the primary language for almost everyone, with only 2.7% of people using another language at home. This is far below the national figure of 22.3%.

More than half the community (52.7%) reports having no religion, a figure far above the national average of 38.9%.

Higher education is more common here than in many similar areas, with 22.4% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. However, this is still well below the Victorian average of 29.2%.

Typical household income is $1,774 a week, which is about the same as the national figure. Personal incomes are a little below the state and national averages, with a typical weekly amount of $700.

Residents here need help with daily activities less often than most areas, at 2.7%. This is well below the national figure of 5.8%.

Unpaid housework is much more common here than in most areas, while child care is far less common. A higher proportion of the population has served in the Defence Force compared to the state average.

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

Families are generally small, with a typical 2.2 people per home. One-parent families are much more common here than in most similar areas, reaching 16.8%.

Every home in Denver is a separate house, and 50.8% are owned outright, which is far above the national figure of 31.0%. Renting is very rare here, at only 6.8%.

The area is entirely car-dependent, with no public transport stops and 0% of people commuting via public transit. This is consistent with a high rate of people working from home (27.7%).

The community is very stable, with only 20.1% of people moving in the last five years—far below the national average of 40.7%.

Far fewer adults are working or looking for work here than in most areas, at 47.8%. Common industries include agriculture, manufacturing, and professional services.

The area is highly car-dependent with a very low walkability score. There are no groceries, schools, or health services within a 15-minute walk.