Gnarwarre

The community is older than the state and national figures, with over 21% of residents aged 65 and over. Children under 15 make up 18.5% of the population, which is higher than most similar areas.

Most residents were born in Australia, and those born overseas make up only 9.1% of the population, a figure far below the national average. English, Scottish, and Irish ancestries are the most common heritages.

English is the primary language here, with 91.6% of people using it at home. Only 3.4% use another language, which is far below the Victorian average.

Religious patterns are similar to the rest of the country, with 43.4% of residents identifying as Christians and 41.1% reporting no religion.

The area is highly educated, with 61.6% of residents completing Year 12 and 25.3% holding a bachelor degree or higher, which is much higher than most similar areas.

Gnarwarre is quite wealthy, with 35.5% of households earning $3,000 or more a week, far above the national figure. Typical household incomes are also well above those in Victoria and Australia.

Residents generally enjoy good health, as those with long-term health conditions (21.5%) and mental health conditions (5.4%) are both well below the state and national averages.

Volunteering is common here, with 19% of people helping out, well above the state average. A higher than usual 26.2% of people also spend 15 or more hours a week on unpaid housework.

First Nations residents are far younger than the state average, with a typical age of just 11. Their household and personal incomes are also far above the national figures.

Homes are larger than usual, with 3.0 people per household and very few people living alone. About 58% of households consist of couples with children.

Housing is dominated by large, detached homes, with 89.2% having three or more bedrooms. While 46.2% of homes are owned outright, those with mortgages pay typical monthly payments well above the state average.

The area is entirely car-dependent, as every home has at least one vehicle and no one commutes by public transport. About 19.7% of the workforce operates from home.

The population is relatively stable, with 31.9% moving in the last five years, which is well below the national average. However, recent arrivals from overseas make up 14.8% of the community.

The workforce is centered on management, professionals, and labourers, with a strong presence in agriculture and construction. The unemployment rate is 2.7%, which is lower than most areas.

The area is completely car-dependent with a walkability score of 0.3. There are no shops, schools, or health services within a 15-minute walk, and no public transport stops available.