Lavers Hill

The typical resident is 44, which is noticeably older than the national average. A very high 27.9% of people are in de facto relationships, far above the state figure, while children under 15 make up a small 14.9% of the population.

People born overseas make up 17.2% of the community, which is higher than most similar areas but far below the state and national figures. Most residents identify as Australian, English, or Irish.

English is the only language used at home by 89.7% of residents. No one in the community reports using another language at home, a figure far below the state and national averages.

A huge 72.4% of people report having no religion, which is far above the national and state figures. Christianity is the only other significant affiliation at 17.2%.

Residents are well-qualified, with 30.3% holding a bachelor degree or higher, which is well above the national average. Most adults have completed Year 12, and many have qualifications in society, culture, or engineering.

Typical household income is $1,375 a week, well below the state figure. However, there is a gap in earnings, as 15.8% of people earn $2,000 or more weekly, which is well above the national average.

The community is healthier than most, with only 20.7% of people reporting a long-term health condition, which is well below the national average. Only 3.4% of residents need help with daily activities.

Volunteering is very common here, with 30.3% of people volunteering, far above the state figure. More people also provide unpaid care or perform significant housework compared to most other areas.

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

Homes are smaller than usual, with a typical size of 2.1 people. About 32.4% of people live alone, a figure well above the national average.

Housing is dominated by separate houses, with 47.1% owned outright—far above the state average. Rent is very affordable at a typical $100 a week, far below the national figure.

The area is highly car-dependent, though 40.4% of people work from home, which is far above the national average. While there are a few bus stops, no one uses public transport to commute.

The population is very stable, with only 24.4% of people moving in the last five years, which is far below the national and state rates.

More adults are working or looking for work (68.4%) than in most similar areas, though the unemployment rate is high at 9.6%. Many residents work in education, agriculture, or as managers.

The area is mostly car-dependent with a low walkability score and steep terrain. Many homes are far from parks and health services, though about half are within a 15-minute walk of groceries.