Rippleside

The population is far older than the state and national figures, with 24.2% of residents aged 65 and over. Children under 15 make up 15.7%, which is a little below the national average.

English and Australian ancestries are the most common here. While 18.1% of people were born overseas, this is far below the Victorian average of 30.0%.

English is the primary language for 87.5% of the community. However, the 9.7% of people using another language at home is much higher than in most similar areas.

About half of residents identify as Christian, while 43.1% report having no religion. This lack of religious affiliation is well above the national figure of 38.9%.

This is a highly educated area, with 36.4% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher, which is far above the national average. Most residents have completed Year 12, and many hold qualifications in management, commerce, and health.

Incomes are much higher than in most areas, with a typical weekly family income of $2,650. About 21.7% of people earn $2,000 or more a week, a figure well above the national average.

Long-term health conditions are more common here than in most areas, affecting 31.1% of people. Arthritis and asthma are the most frequently reported conditions.

Giving back is common, with 17.0% of people providing unpaid care, which is well above the national average. Volunteers make up 16.7% of the population.

The First Nations community is small, with seven people. Those residents are far older than the national typical age and earn much higher personal incomes than the state average.

Most homes are occupied by couples, with 51.0% having children and 37.2% without. Household sizes are typical for the state, averaging 2.4 people per home.

Home ownership is strong, with 44.8% of homes owned outright, far above the national figure. Most dwellings are large, as 84.2% of homes have three or more bedrooms.

A striking 32.5% of people work from home, which is far above the national average. Most households have two cars, and very few are without a vehicle.

The area is experiencing significant movement, with 44.5% of people having moved house in the last five years. Recent arrivals from overseas make up 15.0% of the population.

Professionals and managers make up the bulk of the workforce, with many employed in health care, social assistance, and technical services.

The neighborhood is very walkable, with all homes within a 15-minute walk of a park and groceries. While public transport and shops are close, no homes are within walking distance of a school.