Scotchmans Lead

The community is far older than the state and national average, with a typical age of 50. While about 17% of residents are seniors, there is also a fair number of children, with 17.1% under age 15.

Most residents were born in Australia, and only 4.8% were born overseas, which is far below the national figure. Those with overseas roots primarily cite English, Irish, and Scottish ancestry.

English is the only language used at home in this area. This is far below the national and state figures for language diversity.

About 40% of people report having no religion, which is about the same as the Victorian average. Christianity is the next most common affiliation at 37.1%.

While the area has a higher share of bachelor degrees than most similar areas, it is far below the state average at 18.7%. Many adults have not completed Year 12, a figure far below the national average.

Wealth is high here, with typical personal weekly incomes well above the national figure. Household earnings are also strong, and 28.2% of households earn over $3,000 a week.

Mental health conditions are much lower here than in the rest of the country. However, a slightly higher number of people need help with daily activities compared to most areas.

This area has a much higher rate of former Defence Force members than most other areas. About 15.4% of residents are volunteers, which is a little above the national figure.

The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander population is 0%, which is lower than most similar areas.

Families with children make up 63% of households, and one-parent families are much less common than in most areas. Very few people live alone, which is well below the state average.

Homes here are typically large, with 89.7% having three or more bedrooms. Ownership is high, with 46.2% of homes owned outright, and no one in the area rents.

The area is completely car-dependent, with no one using public transport to commute. Most homes have multiple vehicles, and some have four or more.

The population is relatively stable, with 24.2% of people moving in the last five years, which is far below the national average.

More adults are working or looking for work here than in most areas, and full-time employment is well above the national figure. However, the unemployment rate is also a little above the national figure.

This is a car-dependent area with no amenities, parks, or shops within a 15-minute walk. There are no public transport stops available within the neighborhood.