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Omeo Valley

18 km²

A car-dependent lifestyle defines Omeo Valley, where a very small population of just 9 people lives across a sparse landscape. This is a far older community than the national average, with a typical resident aged 55. The area is largely non-residential and remote, with few services or public transport options available within reach. It serves as a quiet, sparsely populated pocket of East Gippsland.

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The community is much older than most other areas; the typical resident is 55, which is 17 years older than the typical person in Victoria or Australia.

The most common country of birth is Australia at 89%, ahead of England (0%).

The most common language used at home is English only at 89%, ahead of Mandarin (0%).

The most common religious affiliation is Not stated at 44%, ahead of Christianity (33%).

There are no schools within 3 km of this area, a figure that is lower than about 59% of similar places.

Typical family and household weekly incomes are much lower than most areas and fall well below the national figures, though typical personal weekly income is $900, which is a little above the national figure.

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 count that is smaller than about 60% of similar areas.

Homes here are very small, with only 1.3 people per home, which is far below the Victorian and national figure of 2.5.

The density within homes is also among the lowest at this level, with only 0.50 people per bedroom compared to the national figure of 0.80.

Public transport is non-existent here, with zero routes and stops, leaving the area far below the state average for transport access.

The most common industries people work in is Agriculture, forestry & fishing at 75%, ahead of Mining (0%).

The area is entirely car-dependent with a walkability score of 0.3, as no homes are within a 15-minute walk of groceries, health services, or schools.

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