Pyramid Hill

The population is far older than the national average, with a typical age of 46. While 24.6% of residents are seniors, there is also a higher-than-usual proportion of children under 15 at 19.1%.

A significant 19.2% of people were born overseas, which is much higher than most similar areas. Filipino heritage is prominent here, with 14.2% of residents claiming this ancestry.

Language diversity is high for a small town, as 15.1% of people use a language other than English at home. Tagalog is the most common non-English language, spoken by 5.4% of the community.

Religious affiliation is more common here than in the wider state, with 55.9% of people identifying as Christian and only 32.9% reporting no religion.

Education levels are far below the national average, with only 33.4% of residents completing Year 12. Qualifications are often focused on the local environment, with 14.8% in agriculture and environment.

Typical incomes are much lower than in the rest of Victoria, with the usual weekly household earning $964. Only 4.6% of households earn $3,000 or more per week, far below the state figure.

Health challenges are more frequent here, as 33.6% of people have a long-term health condition. This is well above the national average, and 7.4% of residents need help with daily activities.

Volunteerism is a standout feature, with 24.2% of people volunteering, far above the national rate of 14.1%.

The First Nations population is small and notably young, with a typical age of just 14. Personal income for this group is among the lowest at this level, at $200 per week.

Living arrangements are unusual, as 36.1% of people live alone and 19.3% of families are one-parent homes, both of which are well above state figures.

Housing is dominated by separate houses, and half of all homes are owned outright. Typical weekly rents are much lower than the national average at $170.

While the area has more public transport stops than most similar places, no one uses it for commuting. Most residents rely on cars, though 7.5% of homes have no motor vehicle.

The community has seen a significant influx of new residents, with recent arrivals from overseas making up 15.7% of the population.

Agriculture, forestry, and fishing are the primary industries, employing 37.6% of the workforce. The unemployment rate is 6.7%, which is a little above the national figure.

The town is somewhat walkable, with many residents living within a short walk of health services and groceries. However, access to parks and schools on foot is far below the state average.