Running Creek

The area has a high proportion of children and seniors, with 22.2% of residents aged 65 and over. De facto relationships are far more common here than in the rest of Victoria, accounting for 35.7% of the population.

The community is almost entirely Australian-born, with 91.7% born here and no residents born overseas.

Everyone in the area speaks only English at home, which is far below the national figure for language diversity.

A large majority of residents report no religion, at 66.7%, which is far above the national average.

Educational attainment is among the lowest in the region, with no adults holding a bachelor degree and only 16.1% having completed Year 12.

Incomes are much lower than the national figure, with a typical household earning $866 a week and no one earning $2,000 or more weekly.

Health challenges are common here, as 44.4% of people have a long-term health condition and 8.3% need help with daily activities.

Local participation is very high, with 33.3% of residents volunteering and 45.5% spending 15 or more hours a week on unpaid housework.

There are no Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people living in the area.

Families with one parent make up 21.2% of households, which is well above the state and national figures.

Housing is much more affordable than in most areas, with a typical weekly rent of $195 and home-loan payments far below the state average.

While the area has a high number of public transport stops per person, 52.4% of workers drive to work and 42.9% work from home.

The population is very stable, with no one moving into the area in the last five years.

Employment is strong with a 0.0% unemployment rate, and 71.4% of the workforce is employed full-time.

The area is entirely car-dependent, with no homes within a 15-minute walk of a school, park, or grocery store.