Matlock

The population is very small and far older than the state and national average, with a typical resident aged 54.

The most common country of birth is Australia at 0%, ahead of England (0%).

The most common language used at home is English only at 114%, ahead of Mandarin (0%).

The most common religious affiliation is Not stated at 43%, ahead of Christianity (0%).

There are no schools within 3 km, which is a common trait for about 59% of similar areas.

Incomes are among the lowest in the region; the typical weekly household income is $687, which is far below the national figure of $1,746.

The most common long-term health conditions reported is Arthritis at 0%, ahead of Asthma (0%).

There are no Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people living here, a figure smaller than about 60% of similar areas.

Homes are small in scale, with only 1.5 people per home, which is far below the Victorian average of 2.5.

Despite small household sizes, there are 1.10 people per bedroom, which is well above the national figure of 0.80.

Travel is dominated by cars, with a long 214-minute drive to the city and no public transport stops or routes available.

The most common industries people work in is Agriculture, forestry & fishing at 0%, ahead of Mining (0%).

The area is completely car-dependent with no parks, schools, or shops within a 15-minute walk, made more difficult by a terrain slope that is far above the state average.