Telopea Downs

The area is far younger than the state and national figures, with 43.2% of people being children under 15. Conversely, seniors aged 65 and over make up only 6.8%, which is well below the Victorian average.

Most residents were born in Australia, though 11.4% were born overseas. English and Scottish ancestries are common among those with European roots.

English is the only language spoken at home, which is far below the state and national figures for language diversity.

About 59.1% of the community identifies as Christian, while 40.9% report having no religion, a figure slightly above the national average.

While 18.5% of adults hold a bachelor degree or higher, this is far below the Victorian average. Nearly half of residents have completed Year 12.

Typical personal weekly income is $1,042, which is well above the national figure. However, no one in the area earns $2,000 or more per week.

The community is very healthy, with a long-term health condition rate of 13.6%, which is far below the national average. No one reported needing help with daily activities.

Volunteering is very high here, with 48.1% of people participating, far above the state average. A large proportion of the population also provides unpaid childcare and housework.

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

Homes are typically larger than average, with 2.9 people per household. Most families are couples with children, while one-parent families are less common than in the rest of the state.

Rent is very affordable, with a typical weekly cost of $160, which is far below the national figure.

The area is entirely dependent on cars, as there are no public transport stops or routes. About 13% of the workforce works from home.

The population is quite mobile, with 44.1% of people having moved house in the last five years, which is well above the national average.

Employment is very strong, with 85.2% of adults working or looking for work and an unemployment rate of 0.0%. The vast majority work in agriculture, forestry, and fishing.

The area is car-dependent with a walkability score of 0.1. There are no schools, shops, or health services within a 15-minute walk.