Glenormiston South

The area is far older than the state and national figure, with a typical age of 49. While children under 15 make up only 13.8% of the population, about 18.7% of residents are seniors, which is slightly above the national average.

Most residents were born in Australia, and the community is far less diverse than the state average, with only 8.1% born overseas. Those with European roots mostly identify as Australian, English, or Irish.

English is the main language for 69.1% of the community. While this is far below the state and national figures, it is actually higher than most similar areas.

Faith remains more common here than in other similar areas, with 25.2% of people reporting no religion, a figure far below the national average of 38.9%.

Education levels are much lower than the state average, with only 30.8% of people completing Year 12. Only 16.7% of adults hold a bachelor degree or higher.

Typical personal weekly incomes are $900, which is much higher than most similar areas and a little above the national figure. However, only 15% of households earn $3,000 or more per week.

A higher number of people need help with daily activities compared to most areas, at 7.3%. Long-term health conditions are reported by 25.2% of residents, which is slightly below the national figure.

This area has one of the highest proportions of Defence Force veterans among similar places at 7.7%. Conversely, it has very low rates of unpaid housework and childcare compared to the state.

There are no Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people living here, which is lower than most similar areas.

Homes are smaller than average with 2.2 people per dwelling, and 30% of residents live alone. This is higher than the state average and consistent with the high number of couples without children.

Every home in the area is a separate house, and 45% are owned outright, which is far above the national figure. Rent is much lower than the state average at $220 per week.

The community is entirely dependent on cars, with no one using public transport to commute. Working from home is very common, at 35.8%, which is far above the national average.

The population is very stable, with only 20% of people moving in the last five years, far below the national figure of 40.7%.

Agriculture, forestry, and fishing are the main industries for 37.7% of workers. While full-time employment is slightly above the national average, the unemployment rate is also a little higher at 6.9%.

The area is strictly car-dependent with a walkability score of 0.2. There are no groceries, schools, or health services within a 15-minute walk.