Gorae

The typical resident is 40, which is a little older than the state average, but the area has far fewer seniors than most other places. De facto relationships are much more common here than in the rest of Victoria.

This is a very traditional Australian community, with 89.8% of people born here. Consequently, the proportion of overseas-born residents is far below the national figure.

English is the only language used at home for 94.5% of the population. There are no residents who speak little or no English, a figure far below the state and national averages.

More than half of the residents (51.3%) report having no religion, which is far above the national figure of 38.9%.

Educational qualifications are lower than the state average, with only 13.3% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. Year 12 completion is also far below the national figure.

Typical personal and household incomes are about the same as the national figures. However, the proportion of high earners making over $2,000 a week is well below the state average.

Residents here are generally healthier than those in most other areas, with fewer people reporting long-term health conditions or needing help with daily activities.

Community spirit is high, with 22.7% of people volunteering, which is well above the state average. Unpaid care for children and housework is also far more common here than in most other areas.

First Nations people make up 1.7% of the population. This group is far older than the national average, with a typical age of 59.

Homes are larger than usual, with 2.8 people per household. Most families consist of couples with children, and very few people live alone compared to the state average.

Every single home is a separate house, and 46.7% are owned outright, which is far above the national figure. Renting is non-existent in this community.

The area is entirely car-dependent; every home has at least one vehicle, and nobody uses public transport to commute. Working from home is also far less common than in the rest of Victoria.

The population is relatively stable, as the proportion of people who moved in the last five years is well below the national figure.

A high number of adults are working or looking for work compared to most areas. Local employment is spread across manufacturing, health care, and construction, with no reported unemployment.

The area is completely car-dependent with a walkability score far below the state average. Almost no homes are within a 15-minute walk of groceries, health services, or schools.